Tag: Scottish Grocers’ Federation
UK Government opens vape debate
Industry bodies have set out to allay concerns over disposable vapes after the UK Government launched a consultation amid fears about youth vaping.
SGF and Elfbar unveil vapes recycling campaign
Vapes maker Elfbar and the Scottish Grocers’ Federation (SGF) have announced the free provision of 1,000 co-branded in-store recycling bins to SGF members.
Retailers ‘behave responsibly on slushie sales’
Convenience channel bosses have spoken out to allay fears of irresponsible sales of slushies to youngsters following warnings of health dangers.
Concern over alcohol duty rate changes
Convenience channel leaders have warned of the negative impact changes to alcohol duty rates will have on retailers, consumers and criminal activity.
Call for shop crime statistics transparency
The Scottish Grocers' Federation wants shop crime prosecution figures to be made public in a bid to deter offenders and encourage retailers to report incidents.
SGF welcomes court’s DRS ruling
The Scottish Grocers' Federation has welcomed the news that independent retailer Abdul Majid has won his court battle with Circularity Scotland over the Deposit Return Scheme retailer handling fees.
Campaign aims to cut underage drinking
Police, retailers, alcohol producers and councils are launching a Scotland-wide "It'll Cost You!" campaign to drive down underage drinking and associated anti-social behaviour.
Food prices spark alarm
Industry experts have voiced concerns after food inflation hit its highest rate in over 45 years, according to official data.
Standing up to the criminals
Convenience channel chiefs and workers were given top tips on tackling crime at a major Scottish Grocers’ Federation (SGF) annual event last month.
£190k boost for Go Local
The Scottish Government has approved the fourth phase of the Go Local scheme aimed at encouraging c-stores to stock up on Scottish produce.
We’ll still push for our causes
Convenience and grocery industry leaders have vowed to continue to fight their corner with whoever becomes First Minister at the end of the month.
Calling time on booze curbs
Drink and retail trade bodies have united to condemn proposals to severely restrict alcohol marketing in Scotland.
Learning lessons with Healthy Living Programme
A healthy breakfast doesn’t just set you up for the day… it can also set you up for life.
New bill help ‘not enough’
Convenience and grocery industry leaders have broadly reacted with dismay over the forthcoming changes to the energy bills support businesses will receive from government.
Call for action on rates relief
Industry bodies across the Scottish retail sector are urging deputy first minister John Swinney and ScotGov to match the chancellor’s rates help for retailers in England and Wales.
SGF joins anti-assault vow
The Scottish Grocers’ Federation has joined emergency services, health colleagues and others to launch a National Assault Pledge.
