Unitas chief executive John Kinney (right) stands with David Cooke (left) chief operating officer.

Unitas CEO steps down

Chief executive of Unitas Wholesale John Kinney has announced he will step down from the role as David Cooke is set to step into position.
An image of the winners at the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards 2026.

Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards winners revealed

The very best of Scotland's food and drink larder was celebrated once again as the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards returned for 2026.
Exterior image of Nisa Local Cambuslang.

Jay Javid plots out expansion with Co-op Wholesale

Co-op Wholesale has extended its partnership with multi-store operator Jay Javid for another five years, supporting the 12 stores with its range.
A can is being processed inside a reverse vending machine.

Unitas launches DRS support tool for retailers

Wholesale group Unitas Wholesale has rolled out its new DRS support tool to help retailers prepare for the incoming scheme.
Sir Kevin Sinfield stands holding bottles of Boost Sport drinks while standing in Old Trafford stadium.

Boost announces sponsorship of Sinfield’s 7-in-7 fundraiser

Energy drinks brand Boost Drinks has sponsored Rugby League legend Sir Kevin Sinfield's 7-in-7 challenge fundraiser for MND research.
Spar Scotland's Barista Bar mascot 'Robert the Brews' stands outside a Spar store in Dumfries.

Spar introduces new Barista Bar mascot

Symbol chain Spar Scotland has introduced its new mascot for the Barista Bar service 'Robert the Brews' following a nationwide competition.
The RaceTrack Pitstop Strathclyde store celebrated its relaunch with Co-op Wholesale by making a £500 donation to the nearby Townhead Village Hall.

RaceTrack Strathclyde relaunches with charity donation

The RaceTrack Pitstop Strathclyde convenience store has marked its move to Co-op Wholesale by making a £500 donation to a local community organisation.
Scotmid Co-op colleague Yla Haren with one of the new robotic cleaners being rolled out across 14 stores.

Scotmid rolls out the robots

Robotic cleaners are rolling into 14 Scotmid Co-op stores after a successful trial showed how the technology could support cleaning teams on the shop floor.
A collage of images showing the exterior of Day-Today Anniesland Road, the fresh fruit and veg section of Girish's Costcutter, a soft drinks cave and a Jet forecourt location.

Demand for stores outstrips supply

Business property adviser Christie & Co has highlighted the strong demand for convenience stores and forecourts from buyers in 2026.
Exterior image of Balfron Filling Station forecourt.

Rising fuel costs push inflation back up

Rising fuel prices across the UK caused overall inflation to climb back upwards by the end of August, says the Office for National Statistics.
Glass cabinet of vaping products lined up against a store wall.

Imperial Brands calls on retailers to make their voices heard

Imperial Brands has called on UK retailers to have their voices heard over the new Tobacco & Vapes Act consultation before it closes on 2 October.
Nathan Evans & The Saint Phnx Band went down a storm with the crowd at this year's Checkout Scotland, held to raise awareness and funds for the GroceryAid charity.

Checkout Scotland 2026 ‘a huge hit’

The organisers of Checkout Scotland have hailed this year’s event a huge success for raising awareness for the GroceryAid charity.
Grocery sales have grown by just 0.4% on average during each of the past 12 months, according to SRC data.

UK and Scottish budgets ‘must help shoppers’

The Scottish Retail Consortium is calling for UK and Scottish budgets that help shoppers amid the economic challenges facing consumers and retailers after disappointing footfall and sales figures for August.
Members of the Spar Scotland team hold banners for the Great Big Giveaway promotion while standing in front of a Spar Scotland delivery truck with the campaign's livery across it.

Spar Scotland kicks off Great Big Giveaway promo

Symbol group Spar Scotland has kicked off a new six-week promotion called the Great Big Giveaway offering shoppers the chance to win from a £50k prize pot.
Headshot of Pete Cheema, chief executive at the Scottish Grocers' Federation, standing outside of Scottish Parliament and an official image of Kirsten Oswald MSP, minister for victims and community safety at Scottish Government.

ScotGov addresses rising illicit trade in retail

The Scottish Government has addressed the rising illicit trade across the retail sector and its impact following a meeting on the topic in early September.
Head shot of Louisa Coursey, programme manager of Scotland Food & Drink's Net Zero Commitment team.

Scotland Food & Drink strengthens Net Zero team

Industry firm Scotland Food & Drink has strengthened its commitment to hit net zero by 2045 with the appointment of a new programme manager for the initiative.