Scottish Grocers' Federation chief executive Pete Cheema.

SGF highlights true cost of Budget hikes in new study

The SGF has highlighted the true cost of employment to convenience store employers following new rises to wages and National Insurance coming into force on 1 April.

Game on for Spar winner

A DUMFRIES gymnastics coach has been awarded £10,000 by Spar after being named the overall winner of the fascia’s People’s Podium Campaign
One Stop retailer Nathalie Fullerton told the SGF Diversity & Inclusion Conference about the shocking sexist remarks and behaviour she has faced.

Retailers take a stand against bigotry

Retailers have spoken out about the sexist and racist behaviour they have faced and steps they have taken to tackle the abuse.

Co-op supply prize

There was no shortage of reasons to celebrate at the first-ever Co-op Scottish Supplier Awards, with winners crowned across 11 categories
Image of a One Stop store.

One Stop offers solutions for convenience retail

Fascia group One Stop has set out the benefits of its offer to those retailers who are considering a switch of symbol this year.

Holidays are coming to Glasgow

HOLIDAYS are coming to Silverburn in Glasgow this weekend as Coca-Cola kicks off its countdown to Christmas tour with the return of its festive...
(l to r) Tom Costello, Carl Johntsone and Adam Harding of Tailored Spirits and Gary McEwan of Scottish Edge.

Tailored Spirits Co. team marks successful year of business

Independent whisky maker Tailored Spirits Co. has marked a successful year of business with its revenue figures up 900% year-on-year.

Sainsbury’s and Asda make CMA appeal

Supermarkets lodge appeal over merger inquiry ASDA and Sainsbury’s have lodged an appeal against the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) over the watchdog’s phase two...
Alex and David Equi stand holding certificates for Great Taste Awards for their products as well as a commercial tub of the brand's ice cream.

Equi’s scoops up Great Taste Awards for ice cream range

Hamilton-born ice cream brand Equi's Ice Cream has scooped up 11 stars across seven of its products at the 2025 Great Taste Awards.

Merry-ish festive sales for grocery

British grocery sales saw a  “reasonable, but not spectacular” final Christmas trading period, according to Mike Watkins, Nielsen’s UK head of retailer insight
Tilda has introduced its new Sticky Rice and Pudding Rice options.

Get adventurous with Tilda’s new rice variants

Tilda has introduced its new Sticky Rice and Pudding Rice options.
Oomph launches next month.

Gulf fuelling store loyalty

GULF retail is set to launch a new forecourt loyalty programme
Paul Cheema, founder of C-Talk, stands in front of Westminster with a bag of signed letters from retailers against the Tobacco & Vapes Bill.

Retailers would close shops if Tobacco & Vapes Bill becomes law

One in 10 convenience store owners have said they would consider closing their shop if the Tobacco & Vapes Bill comes in, according to C-Talk.

Industry Achievement Award

The most special prize at the Scottish Grocer Awards, this year’s Industry Achievement winner was as fitting for recognition as they come .

PayPoint builds on gaming offer with Fortnite vouchers

Payment services provider PayPoint has partnered up with Epic Games to include vouchers for Fortnite as part of its services for retail partners.
Jenny-Blogg-Camelot

Retail boss for Camelot

Camelot has named Jenny Blogg (pictured) as its new retail director