Store bought by first-time purchasers
A local convenience store situated in the Morayshire village of Hopeman has been sold through specialist business property adviser Christie & Co, with funding...
Convenience in brief | Belhaven, Snappy Shopper and Nisa news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Belhaven, Snappy Shopper and Nisa.
Should you bring a refit forward?
Changes to drinks licence overprovision rules could mean moving or extending your in-store licensed areas will become much more difficult.
ARE you mulling over a...
Focus on the future
Interview with Saleem Sadiq, owner of Spar, Paisley Road, Renfrew
The winner of the Retail Technology Award 2015 – sponsored by
the Retail Data Partnership
Winner details
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Facing big challenges
Nisa has been adapting to the challenges of the coronavirus outbreak by finding new ways to support its retailers
SRC boss warns on Scots tax rates
RETAIL industry group the Scottish Retail Consortium held its annual reception last month – meeting with MSPs from the new Scottish Parliament and hearing...
A convenient climate truth
OVER one third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment, according to a new report from TWC.
Landmark sales growing
LANDMARK Wholesale, whose members include Scottish wholesalers like JW Gray, Forteith, Sutherland Brothers and United Wholesale Grocers, says is latest financial year got off...
Fast-moving security
MOTHERWELL-based Tyger Security says that in the last three years it has seen vast increases in available securities technologies and in customer demand for...
Sparklers fizz in name clash
Defending trade marks from infringement is important for businesses seeking to protect their brands. Cristal Champagne recently went to lengths to do just that.
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Are the days of cash coming to an end?
Bank cash handling charges and changes to payment service commissions have put independent retailers under pressure but some consumers now expect to give up...
Employee theft moves up the list – Security focus
ARE stores seriously affected by criminal activity carried out by staff?
A study published recently by consultancy firm Retail Knowledge, sponsored by a cash security...
Highland expansion for Jet
Jet extends its Scottish footprint with Dingwall deal
Promotions a big hit for Jet
Four in five forecourts on board
Sweet year is the best yet
THE best year to date is how confectionery wholesaler Hancocks summed up 2014.
Chief executive officer Mark Watson said: “Last year was perhaps Hancocks’ best...
Cleaning up fuel supplies
Certas Energy used last month’s Clear Air Day to launch its Energy Reality Series, helping businesses to understand alternative fuels .
