ScotGov urges extension of post office compensation law
Angela Constance MSP has once again urged a UK-wide approach to clearing the convictions of sub-postmasters in a written letter to Westminster.
SGF crime conference calls for more cooperation in the future
‘COOPERATION’ was the word of the day at the second annual Scottish Grocer Federation Crime Seminar at the Police Scotland College in Tulliallan.
Speakers at...
Imperial Brands offers tobacco accessories advice
Imperial Brands reckons there are 4.5million roll-your-own smokers in the UK and the firm has been offering advice on how convenience retailers can make the most of the substantial sales opportunity.
New charge for old PayPoint terminal
Independent retailers who continue to use the traditional yellow PayPoint terminal are to be charged a new monthly fee as the payment services firm...
Trends insights that can drive growth
Insights experts from The Knowledge Bank and Lumina Intelligence have been sharing trends analysis that is set to benefit both convenience retailers and Scottish food and drink producers.
Tortillas top take home
THE taste of tortilla chips is proving to be a big hit on the Big Night In occasion according to Walkers brand owner Pepsico.
Cadbury announces new partnership with Lotus Biscoff
Sweet treats giants Cadbury and Lotus Biscoff has announced a new partnership with co-branded and innovative products set to launch in 2025.
Cleaning up the car wash
Environmental groups step up
A NEW set of guidelines for vehicle washing and cleaning businesses has been produced in a joint partnership between Scottish, Northern...
Franklin & Sons adapts to changing tastes
As consumers' tastes shift in the spirits market, so too will their desire for the mixers that come with them and Franklin & Sons reckons it can meet this.
Campaign thrives with Idris
Britvic is continuing its #ThriveOn campaign for multivitamin drink brand, Purdey’s, partnering with film star Idris Elba for a second year.
The new campaign aims...
Aldi seek 300 staff in Scotland
DISCOUNTER Aldi has announced it is on a major recruitment drive, with the German firm aiming to employ 300 new staff members across Scotland...
Cheese gets itself in a bit of a pickle
PICKLE brand Branston has been popping up on TV screens as part of a new marketing campaign targeted at younger consumers.
The ‘Please The Cheese’...
New surprises in store
KINDER Surprise, worth £62m, is aiming to bring some excitement to the kids confectionery category with its latest launch.
No deal no option for retail says SRC
The SRC claims failure to strike a deal with the EU could send prices soaring
Lidl not letting up on Scottish expansion
Discounter dealing with more local producers than ever.
Retailers react to Nisa deal
NISA retailers have accepted The Co-op’s £143m offer to purchase the symbol group
