Scottish wholesalers make parliamentary delivery
Politicians have been given an insight into all channels of Scotland’s food and drinks sector during a Scottish Wholesale Association parliamentary reception at Holyrood.
Scotmid kicks in with footie deal
SCOTMID Co-operative and Fairtrade sports ball co-operative Bala Sport are joining forces to supply footballs to the Homeless World Cup international soccer tournament, which...
Convenience in brief | Mackie’s, Eldorado and PayPoint news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Mackie's of Scotland, Eldorado and JW Filshill, and PayPoint.
Fee increase for Postmasters
POST Officer retailers are set to receive a 10% increase in commission payouts by 2021.
Following a six-month review, the Post Office announced it will...
The scale of Scotland’s illicit vape trade
A new report has found that nearly 16,000 illicit vape devices were seized in Scotland last year, highlighting the scale of the illegal trade in the country.
Lind & Lime attains B-Corp certification
Edinburgh-based gin firm Lind & Lime has achieved B Corp certification marking it as only one of four Scottish gin distillers to achieve this title.
Advance moves onto smart phones
JTI has widened its range of digital retailer communications services by launching the JTI Advance app.
The app features a barcode scanner and fingerprint sign-in,...
Nisa enhances convenience in Thurso
Nisa has unveiled the results of a £260k investment into one of its symbol stores in Thurso following an investment from a local retailer.
Fresh sales soaring
NISA says its fresh produce range has shown major growth with sales up 21.9%. The delivered wholesaler said iceberg lettuce sales had jumped 400%,...
Coffee category is full of beans
The continued growth of the coffee category provides convenience retailers with an opportunity to increase sales, says private-label coffee manufacturer Lincoln & York.
A sweet success
Awards profile - Confectionery Retailer of the Year
THE first thing you see when you go through the door into Spar, Market Street, Forfar is...
Taylors Snacks celebrates first year
Perthshire-based premium snacks brand Taylors Snacks is celebrating its first full year of business noting a strong year of trading in 2023.
Savoury success
CRISPS are a snack staple in Scotland’s convenience sector and for good reason.
With customers continuing to grab bags when they’re on the go or...
MHouse urges retailers to invest in tech
A savvy approach to tech management will make all the difference for convenience stores across Scotland, helping to aid the shopping experience for customers and improving the sales for retailers, reckons EPOS provider MHouse.
Promotions hit an 11 year low
SPENDING on supermarket promotions has hit its lowest level in 11 years, consumer insight firm Nielsen has revealed, with deals generating 26% of all...
SGF calls for retail support in general election manifesto
The SGF has set up its stall for the General Election as part of its new manifesto which highlights five key areas the next government needs to prioritise.
