New app is sorted
Off-sales delivery app DrinkSorted has rebranded as Deliveries Sorted and is rolling out a new app solution for convenience retailers
App aims at illegal sites
The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) teamed up with anti-modern slavery campaign The Clewer Initiative to launch a new Safe Car Wash app .
Ambitious start to a new decade
Certas Energy has been overhauling its offer with hopes of further expansion for Gulf in Scotland
Pension obligations for part-time staff
In an industry where working hours often vary for staff on flexible employment arrangements, the advent of pension auto enrolment has left many retail businesses unsure as to who has to be included in the company scheme. Mark Hamilton of Dentons offers practical advice
Overwhelmed by overtime? Don’t be
With the busy Christmas period upon us, many retailers will once again be relying on staff working overtime to make the most of the increased footfall. Claire McKee, an associate in the employment team at Dentons, looks at the impact of overtime and other incentives on the season’s holiday pay
FSS says shape up or face tax
‘We’ve been missing the Scottish dietary goals for the last 15 years, despite the range of changes already made’.
FOOD Standards Scotland – the country’s...
News in the centre of town
PROPERTY agent Christie + Co is selling the freehold interest in Soroba Stores, a community shop to the south-east of Oban town centre.
The...
Van insurance price rises on the way?
A price hike in business motor vehicle insurance may be on the cards, according to the National Association of Bodyshops (NAB). It predicts that...
Contract a big deal for EPOS firm
Multiple forecourt operator Euro Garages has reached a new agreement with EPOS supplier HTEC covering over 300 filling stations
Legal advice – Don’t pay the price for careless chat
Be very careful who you discuss pricing with. It will soon become easier for authorities to prosecute on price fixing.
By Catriona Munro
COMPETITION in food...
Retailers head to the Riviera
Over 100 independent Jet dealers head to Cannes for fuel conference
Convenience in brief | Irn-Bru, Luciditi and food show news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Irn-Bru, Luciditi and the Speciality Food & Drink Show.
Changing habits to create growth
GLASGOW independent food and drink wholesaler JW Filshill is predicting it will return to sales growth within three years because of changing shopping habits...
An electric charity drive
NEW and used car dealer Lookers has been charging ahead with an alternative fuel themed charity initiative.
Expo ends with Awards
Nisa recognises retailers and suppliers.
Keeping abreast of immigration rules
From 6 April, new changes to UK right to work checks announced by the Home Office will come into force, but what does it mean for employers?
