Aldi acceleration continues
24 stores were opened across November and December
Spar Scotland Tradeshow sells out for 2025
Spar Scotland is gearing up to host its biggest Tradeshow event yet on 25 September 2025 as the show has once again sold out.
New regs are coming
A European Union directive aimed at tracking the passage of tobacco products through the supply chain is scheduled to come into force on 20 May
Food inflation sees no reprieve in ONS figures
Food and drink inflation continues to rise upwards as costs across some core food groups continue to rise, says the ONS.
Every little bit helps this Easter
Tesci is calling on charities and community groups across the UK to get in touch to receive surplus food as part of a charity drive in the run up to Easter .
Scottish Government and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service launches Firework Safety campaign
New fireworks campaign is launched by the Scottish Government and Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Scottish sales suffer a setback
After a slight recovery in January, Scottish sales fell back again in February
Black tea still king of convenience
TEA shoppers are valuable to retailers. Whether it’s a black tea or a more exotic blend, customers picking up tea in convenience offer plenty of opportunities to increase basket spend.
Spar Scotland hits record-breaking fundraising for charity
Symbol group Spar Scotland has announced a record-breaking year for its charitable donations as the firm hit an impressive £200k donated to good causes.
Highest rates since 1999
Business rate poundage is now at its highest level for 20 years .
Scottish Wholesale Association unveils new website
The Scottish Wholesale Association has unveiled its new and improved website, marking the final step in its overall rebrand which kicked off in 2025.
Plain packs for sweets?
England’s chief medical officer Dame Sally Davies has welcomed a think tank’s proposal to introduce plain packs for sweets and fizzy drinks .
Gulf works with myAutomate on Fuel Finder compliance
Gulf Retail has teamed up with myAutomate to provide its retailers with its FuelSense platform to support Fuel Finder compliance with its locations.
New look for alcohol group
The Scottish Alcohol Industry Partnership has relaunched with a brand new website and logo .
Unitas announces overhaul to support its customers
Wholesale buying group Unitas has announced its new plans to strengthen its relationships further with wholesale and supplier partners across the UK.
Discounter bins plastic
Lidl has introduced reusable fruit and veg bags across its store estate .
