End of an era in Glasgow
PLADIS Global has confirmed that it will be closing the McVitie’s Tollcross factory in Glasgow’s East End in 2022.
Pandemic support
INDUSTRY charity GroceryAid has reported a rise in demand for its services during the pandemic.
Spar Show This Month
SPAR Scotland will welcome retailers and suppliers back for another virtual event.
Ensuring dismissal is handled well
Dentons associate Amy Gordon discusses the correct approach to dismissing an employee.
Covid still biting retail
SCOTTISH retail sales growth continues to be sluggish, as total retail sales figures lag behind pre-pandemic levels.
Peterhead makes eight
EROS retail has expanded yet again, opening its eighth convenience store under its Greens branding.
Boosting Border
BORDER Biscuits has secured a lucrative listing deal with Sainsbury’s.
A virtual return for an event
NOVEMBER will see the return of the Showcasing Scotland Regional: North-East and Highlands & Islands food and drink event.
Full access for retailers
BESTWAY is offering all Costcutter and Bestway retailers access to its full cash and carry depot network, as the UK’s retail sector continues to struggle with availability issues.
Crime Doesn’t Pay
IMPERIAL Tobacco has relaunched its anti-illicit tobacco trade website as part of its ongoing ‘Suspect it? Report it!’ trade campaign.
Green fuel for SWA
THE Scottish Wholesale Association has teamed up with Arcola Energy to launch a hydrogen-powered road freight trial.
DPD deal for Post Office
HE Post Office has entered into a new partnership with French parcel delivery firm DPD, the first time the retail brand has joined forces with an external mail carrier in its 360 year history.
Snappy is Soaring
HOME delivery platform Snappy Shopper recorded record delivery numbers in July.
NY ban is slammed
INDUSTRY bodies have united to condemn the Scottish Government’s plans to ban large shops from trading on New Year’s Day.
Covid rules relaxing for retail
FROM Monday (9 August) self isolation rules are set to change in Scotland, in a move that could reduce staff shortages for retailers.
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Lidl plans to reduce emissions
DISCOUNTER Lidl has revealed ambitious climate targets, including becoming carbon neutral by 2022.
