MHouse and Henderson Technology enhance their services
Two leading convenience channel EPOS providers have enhanced their services by teaming up with digital shopping specialists.
Poorest food result in 16 years
THERE was no let up in the tough market for food and drink in Scotland in July in figures from the Scottish Retail Consortium/KPMG...
Disposable ban ‘is not the solution’
Industry leaders urge the government to rethink the ban on disposable vaping products following Humza Yousaf's announcement of a consultation on the matter.
The must haves – old and new
There’s no agreed technical definition of must-stocks. But some lines are simply expected by consumers to be on shelf and others should be...
RELX shows favour in vape flavour
RELX reckons that more variety in vaping flavours could encourage current smokers to make the switch to the devices, working towards the cessation tool goal.
Are you a marketing star?
SCOTLAND’S marketing industry is looking for its own award-winning stars and they don’t need to be part of a big company with a major...
Loyalty a key ingredient for Brownings the Bakers
Heritage and familiarity of a brand are key factors when it comes to consumer choice in the bakery section – and that is something c-store retailers can capitalise on, says Brownings the Bakers.
Barr jobs could go
SOFT Drinks firm AG Barr is consulting employees and could shed 90 jobs by the end of next January as a result of a...
Scotland’s top brands: 8. Malcolm Allan
Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brand No.8 – Malcolm Allan.
Ready for the biggest night
WE’RE almost there. After months of judging visits that reached all across Scotland the finalists have been chosen and we’re all ready for the...
BAT urges regulation over vapes
British American Tobacco is pushing the UK Government to introduce new legislation for the vaping industry to avoid an outright ban on disposables.
Living with the NLW
A month on from its implementation, how are Scotland’s convenience retailers coping with the introduction of the new National Living Wage?
Announced by Chancellor George...
SBF GB&I resolves strike action
Suntory confirms procedures in place to minimise any potential trade disruption after union workers announce strike action on 5 February.
SGF adds legal hotlines
THE Scottish Grocers Federation, in partnership with TLT, has launched two new legal hotlines to provide members with advice on licensing and employment issues...
A night of wholesale success
The Scottish Wholesale Association has once again recognised the very best in the sector at its 21st Achievers Awards ceremony.
SGF talks tax at No 10
Minister says give us your online competition ideas
ONLINE grocery shopping and its effect on convenience retailing headed the agenda when the Scottish Grocers Federation...
