Swan’s packaging is feeling groovy

SWAN, the RYO filters and papers specialist, is celebrating its 130th anniversary with a range of limited-edition packaging. The pop-art designs are available on Slim...

Supermarkets go into the dark

Trade bodies launch guide and app as small stores enter final two years of tobacco display SCOTLAND’S retail industry has begun its journey into the...
Tobacco gantry

Menthol ban is coming

From 20 May, the sale of menthol cigarettes will be prohibited in the UK
Retailers should ensure the value offer matches consumers' demands, says Imperial Tobacco's Tom Gully.

Value counts across nicotine, says Imperial Tobacco

Demand for value remains a key trend across the nicotine category as shoppers continue to feel the pinch of the cost-of-living crisis – and Imperial Tobacco reckons it has the right range for consumers.

Let the force be with you

Tobacco firm says reps and its online advice service are more important than ever since the shutters came down For tobacco firm JTI, brand owner of...

Dark opportunities – essential tobacco

• Cigarettes and tobacco purchase is one of the top reasons to visit a c-store • Many smokers buy their cigarettes, cigars and tobacco in stores that...

November date for UKVIA day

The UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has announced a new date for its industry forum and dinner.

Value segment is key to success

THE cost of living squeeze is here and consumers are feeling the pinch, so it should come as no surprise that lower price-point brands are driving tobacco volume sales.

Golden changes

TOBACCO giant Imperial Tobacco has made changes to its family of Golden Virginia RYO tobaccos. Original Golden Virginia is now Golden Virginia Classic, available...

Imperial sticks to value

Smokers are seeking value from the gantry and Imperial Tobacco reckons retailers should make the most of this with an effective RYO range of options.

Demanding more from accessories

With more smokers in the post-EUTPDII market expected to shift to RYO, interest in accessories is on the rise.

Twin track market

THE cigar category currently valued by Symphony IRI at £234.5m still presents an important sales opportunity for retailers who stock tobacco products. That’s the view...
Scottish Grocers' Federation chief executive Pete Cheema.

Concern over illicit vape sales inaction

A new study has highlighted a shocking lack of targeted enforcement action against rogue vape traders across 11 major UK cities, including Glasgow.

Be prepared for the darkness

BY the time your customers pack up the last of the tinsel and make their way back to the office-hours life, just after the...

Patterned B&H editions say join the club

JTI is launching new limited-edition packs for Benson & Hedges Gold, which will be available this month for four weeks and while stocks last. The...
Tobacco gantry

Menthol ban arrives

THE sale of menthol cigarettes will be banned from 20 May