Staying legal and protected
THE Association of Convenience Stores has worked with Trading Standards officers to create a guide for storing and selling fuel
Pushing forward in convenience
Chris Gallacher says UWS has big plans for 2019, with plenty of support for independents .
Expansion for Henderson
A JET-branded forecourt in Lanarkshire has become the latest site to install Henderson Technology’s EDGEPoS system
Choosing the right retail brand
Wholesalers have plenty to offer independents
Flurry of food to go refits for Nisa retailers
Nisa retailers have been embracing the symbol’s ‘to go’ proposition, through a flurry of store refurbishments at the tail end of 2020
RVM solutions for convenience
DEPOSIT return is coming. The scheme may have suffered from delays, but the Scottish Government is wedded to the policy so, like it or not, retailers would do well to prepare.
Convenience in Brief | Jisp, PO and BFFF news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that provide insights to convenience retailers about shopper habits during recent months.
Multi-site supermarket water: efficient payment options
In the supermarket industry, efficiency is key. Even the largest supermarket brands are working within tight profit margins. Castle Water specialises in multi-premise water management, which could be the ideal way for you to gain back precious admin hours as well as save money on your final water bill.
Time to look at your holiday pay system
Pay for holiday periods is in the spotlight following rulings by the Employment Appeal Tribunal that overtime should figure in the calculation of...
Misconduct can be a tricky dismissal
When an employee’s bad behaviour goes too far and becomes a problem for the business, managers and owners tend to feel justified in dismissing for misconduct. However, even straightforward cases can lead to a tribunal .
High demand for freeholds
DEMAND for retail properties in Scotland was high in 2019, resulting in some strong sales – particularly in the petrol filling station sector.
Best practice for ‘firing and rehiring’
Legal expert Laura Morrison, from Dentons UK and Middle East LLP, based in Scotland, explains why employers should check out the Draft Code on 'firing and rehiring'.
City depot aims for a top three spot
WHOLESALE giant Bestway group has officially opened its new depot just south of the River Clyde in Glasgow’s Kilbirnie Street.
The new unit becomes the...
CJ Lang ship is sailing ahead with increased turnover
Course correction leading to growth
Keep cashing in
CASH management company Cashmaster International has expanded its range of count-by-weight products with the launch of Cashmaster One.
The firm says the new offering...
ATM: an untapped business ally?
An ATM in a retail space holds appeal for both businesses and consumers, but remains an opportunity many retailers are yet to explore. Below,...
