Why change is on the cards
If you’re jumping ship from one side of the retail chain to the other, picking the right product to supply to stores is crucial.
Converting the estate
Morrisons has outlined plans to convert the majority of its McColls stores to the Morrisons Daily format.
Mackie’s and Caledonian Sleeper launch sweet competition
Mackie's of Scotland and Caledonian Sleeper have teamed up once again to bring consumers the chance to win in a massive giveaway from the firms.
Seal of approval warrants concern
Alison Bryce, intellectual property and technology expert at Dentons UK discusses what implications the Queen’s death can have business.
Donations hit milestone at Asda stores
Asda has donated the equivalent of 10 million meals to charities across the entire UK, hitting a new major milestone.
A grim Golden Quarter
Golden Quarter sales in Scotland are off to a weak start, according to the latest KPMG Scottish retail sales monitor collected for the Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC).
Savvy shoppers look for discounts this Christmas
A larger growth in shopping as we approach Christmas is now expected as more consumers aim for the best deal possible.
Calls to delay DRS rejected
The Scottish Government has reaffirmed its commitment to deliver its deposit return scheme (DRS) on time despite calls from drinks and hospitality industry leaders for a pause.
Support plea for retailers
Industry leaders across Scotland have reacted to the UK Government’s new Autumn Budget and the impact it could go on to have on businesses.
New chiefs in role position
Bestway has continued to strengthen its senior teams with three new hires for the wholesaler, along with two further appointments to its retail outfit.
A meaty offer from Lomond
Glasgow-based wholesaler Lomond: The Wholesale Food Co has launched a line of own-label products.
SWA on electric avenue
The Scottish Wholesale Association and Volvo Trucks are running a trial aimed at accelerating the use of electric vehicles in the sector.
Good deals at the Co-op
Financial experts at Moneyboat.co.uk have found the Co-op to have the third-best reward scheme out of eight other supermarkets and retailers.
Spotlight on Spar goods
SPAR UK is to increase distribution of its own-label range across its entire UK estate with a new ‘Spotlight’ initiative.
Scotmid’s high five
Scotmid has revealed the five Scottish producers to win Scotmid Favourite listings.
Snowman is back on TV
Barr is walking through the air once again this Christmas with the return of its Snowman character to Irn-Bru packs.
