A technical take on DRS
Excel Vending boss John MacDonald says retailers could make money if deposit return is done right.
Fit for the 21st century?
Adam Matthew, partner with Miller Hendry Solicitors, which has offices in Perth, Crieff and Dundee, says ‘Fit and proper’ raised thorny issues in the...
Symbols set to change?
Much of the news on the symbol sector is still very positive. Forecasts for future trading and market share are robust. But symbol-branded shops...
Franchise call for retailers
One Stop makes case for retail model
Have your say on crime
The ACS is calling on retailers to provide information from the last 12 months for its 2020 Crime Survey
Pick your partner
It’s important to know what you’re getting into when considering a new symbol group. Here’s our checklist.
THERE are obvious benefits to partnering with a...
HR firm questions need for tribunal insurance
HUMAN resources adviser HR4UK has repeated its claim that small retailers may find themselves paying for legal fees insurance that is largely worthless if...
Control of your business with a touch
INDEPENDENT fuel retailers across the country are in need of easier, faster access to data, giving them greater visibility and control over their business,...
Employee shares – tread carefully
Involving staff in ownership of retail and other businesses could be beneficial. But it could also lead to confusion over the status of different...
PayPoint improves accessibility with new translated guides
Payment services firm PayPoint has introduced new translated guides in three different languages to help improve accessibility of its technology.
Facebook and Twitter – take care out there
It might seem prudent, useful and modern to check a job candidate’s social media activities. But would-be employers have to be careful about just...
Certas Energy joins the SGF
CERTAS Energy has announced a tie-up with the Scottish Grocers’ Federation as it looks to further strengthen its retail business. With a Scottish network...
One Stop Franchise
Looking for something different?
We’re really excited to be bringing the One Stop brand to new communities this year, providing them with our renowned range,...
Immigration after Brexit transition
New rules on foreign workers come into force on 1 January
Interesting times
Oil prices are down, environmental concerns are up, and Tesco could be on the verge of radically reshaping the independent forecourt market. To help...
Scottish EPOS firm prepares for expansion
MOTHERWELL-BASED EPOS company MHouse Solutions has announced it is taking its systems south of the border.
The firm, which already services over 400 stores in...







































