Soggy start to summer sales
Grocery sales have proved disappointing, with Nielsen finding a “significant drop” in spending for the four weeks to 19 May .
Morrisons Daily set to close 100 stores across UK
Supermarket chain Morrisons has confirmed it will close around 100 stores that were part of the retail firm's McColl's acquisition.
A dozen new Lidl stores for Scotland
Lidl has announced plans for further expansion in Scotland, with 12 new stores to open in the next three years .
Bestway launches World Cup activity for Costcutter and Best-one
Bestway has unveiled its new support package for Costcutter and Best-one retailers to help them make the most out of the Fifa World Cup tournament.
Record market share for Aldi
While other retailers struggle, Lidl and Aldi continue to flourish .
Parfetts rewards employees with maximum 4% bonus
Employee-owned wholesaler Parfetts has awarded staff its maximum annual sales bonus of 4% after delivering record turnover of £807millioin, up 10.6% on the previous year.
Green light for more Go Local
THE Scottish Government has given approval for the third phase of a scheme aimed at encouraging c-stores to stock up on Scottish produce.
Nakey Bakey secures Scotmid listings
Fife-based allergen-free foods brand Nakey Bakey has secured new retail listings across Scotmid Co-op stores for its range of granola and snacks.
Mixed fortunes at supermarkets
As the crucial Christmas trading period approaches, the UK’s grocery market continues to experience sluggish sales growth.
Toolkit helps retailers to fight charges
Scottish retailers are being urged to campaign to councils to reduce parking charges.
This year’s Scottish Grocer Awards host will be…
We are delighted to announce that this year’s Scottish Grocer Awards host will be…
Advice on offer
RETAILERS looking for advice on the approaching menthol ban, the vaping category and what’s going on with deposit return have been invited to a trade evening at United Wholesale (Scotland).
Grants for all stores
Scottish Government u-turns on grant rules to offer funding for multiple properties in a single business
More cash access
THE Post Office has increased access to cash for those affected by coronavirus.
Post Office has made two of its products – Payout Now and...
Dressing impresses with charity
Salad dressing brand Tigg’s has been doing its bit for good causes during the coronavirus pandemic
Deadline for scheme near
Horizon compensation applications closing
