Costs stack up for retail
NEXT year, the minimum wage will increase across all age brackets and, while plenty of retailers would be happy to pay their staff more, it’s the economic reality is complex.
SGF slams snub on vape ban
The SGF has slammed governments across the UK as being undemocratic after it was found that responses to its vape ban consultation had not been considered.
MSPs vote to back retailers
The Scottish Parliament has unanimously backed a bill that would give retailers more protection under the law
CMA Investigation into Asda stores begins
The Competitions and Markets Authority (CMA) has begun its initial investigations into Asda’s purchase of 132 retail sites from the Co-op.
More disability support needed
Retailers should learn about access needs .
It’s a free-from fry-up
Quorn suggests its range of meat-free sausages, bacon and sausage patties can appeal to shoppers looking for a nutritious breakfast.
Aldi trial expanded
Aldi has been trialling an on-demand delivery service in partnership with Deliveroo
Co-op is committed to cash
THE Co-op has pledged to protect access to cash in communities that rely on it.
Time for change – Whisky performance
Whisky is booming abroad and brands want to import the export magic
TRAVEL almost anywhere in the world where things are going well economically and...
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.
Call to act on footfall
THE Scottish Retail Consortium has called for the government to act now, following another set of disappointing footfall figures.
Sunshine means sales for grocery
MORE good weather in June and July led to supermarket sales growing at their fastest rate this year, up by 3.6% for the twelve weeks until 15 July
Bakers who mix it up – Home baking latest
Kits and accessories aim to bring the cup cake revolution to every home and store
THE image of the domestic goddess in her frilly pinny...
Scotmid in merger talks
EDINBURGH-based co-operative Scotmid and Penrith Co-operative in the most north-western region of England have agreed to merge the two societies subject to member...
A coffee that cares
Compostable pod brand earns itself an accolade
Environmentally friendly disposable coffee capsule brand Percol has picked up a ringing endorsement from consumer magazine Which? placing...
Best-in promo on 300 lines
BEST-IN, the own-label range from Bestway Wholesale, is running a promotion till 31 January offering independent retailers up to 80% profit on return, on...
