Excellent cases and doors are very important to efficient refrigeration but it’s also vital to ensure that condensing units are up to the task, says Hubbard Products.

Digital progress

Many c-store owners are keen to improve the energy efficiency of their refrigeration equipment. The cabinets on show to the consumer are important, but...
Mackie's ice creams have increased in popularity across UK and international markets.

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.
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Ready to look into the future

THE development of symbol groups by wholesaling companies and the use of new technologies and digital communications in wholesaling will both figure this month...
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Groups take the show on the road

THE period ahead of Christmas has often seen wholesalers and suppliers work together on trade shows bringing independent and symbol retailers to a one-stop...
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Don’t lose it – Tools for fuel management

WITH fuel prices rising and margins under pressure from every angle it’s essential not to lose stock. Wetstock management specialists provide petrol dealers with...

Certas broadens Scottish network

Certas Energy has strengthened its forecourt network with the acquisition of two sites in Forfar and Nairn, previously owned by The Co-operative. Both are now...

Tread carefully with cash in hand

What are the risks and tax issues associated with paying cash to workers?
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SGF wants Govt support for Police Scotland as shoplifting hits record high

The Scottish Grocers’ Federation is calling for long-term support for Police Scotland to tackle retail crime after the latest Scottish Government figures show a deluge of shop theft devastating local businesses and risking the safety of retail workers.   
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Falling prices keep the pressure on

As the price of oil continues to tumble John McNee talks to Brian Madderson, chairman of the Petrol Retailers Association, about the impact on...
The current National Minimum Wage Rate for persons 21 and over is 6.31 an hour. ACS estimates that if rates continue to rise and proposed auto enrolment pension contributions are taking into account the real cost of the minimum wage in 2020 will be £8.14 an hour

Paying the going rate

What is the National Minimum Wage? The National Minimum Wage  (NMW) is the minimum pay per hour workers are entitled to by law. It doesn’t...

Fresh thinking at wholesale giant

FRESH produce and food to go will be top priorities for wholesale and cash & carry giant Booker. Speaking after the group’s half-year financial results...
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Thousands of EV points to roll out

Shell announces 50,000 charge point commitment as it strengthens its partnership with Waitrose
Allwyn will be taking over the running of The National Lottery on 1 February 2024.

Allwyn sets out online lottery tasks

Allwyn, the incoming operator of The National Lottery, is urging c-store owners to visit its online retailer portal as soon as possible so that their is no interruption to the service.

A year in review: major employment law events

Dentons legal expert Laura Morrison reviews 2021 and looks ahead to 2022.
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Strategic gains says Spar

FOOD and drink to go brand partners and even sit-in licensed trade operations were highlighted by Spar UK managing director Debbie Robinson at the...

City store and PO changes hands

L&Js Grocers, a grocer and Post Office business on the outskirts of Aberdeen city centre has been s old through business broker Bruce &...