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.

Scottish wholesaler JW Filshill has strengthened its teams across the business through new internal promotions for key employees.

The SGF has shared its respects and condolences following the passing of former Co-op chief executive Charlie Faulkiner.

Frozen fizzy drinks brand Skwishee is bringing back its hugely popular Free Skwishee Day this Saturday (12 September).

Nisa operator Co-op Wholesale has launched only its second store in Scotland to feature the symbol's new-look proposition.

The Scottish Grocers' Federation has published a succinct guide to help retailers with the new HFSS regulations that come into force on 1 October this year.

The 2026 Local Shop Report from the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) says taxes such as higher employer National Insurance contributions and business rates are holding back investment in the sector.

DRS organiser for the UK, Exchange for Change, is inviting retailers to take part in a monthly survey to deepen understanding of how they are preparing for the scheme ahead of its launch in October 2027.

Brownings the Bakers are inviting pie lovers across Scotland and the UK to celebrate Kilmarnock Pie Day on Saturday 12 September by taking part in a nationwide photo competition to be in with a chance of winning a year's worth of the savoury treats.

The Scottish Grocers’ Federation (SGF) is calling for a multi-party initiative to tackle the growing problem of illicit products on the Scottish market.

Convenience retail chain Scotmid Co-op has launched its Scottish Favourites 2026 competition to enable Scottish food and drink producers to secure store listings and connect with shoppers.

The UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) is calling on millions of adult vapers, former smokers and their families to back a new Fair Deal for Vaping as part of a new Enough is Enough campaign

The new president of the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA), Jon Mack, has paid tribute to predecessor Tom Slaven for his leadership over the past two years and laid out his aspirations for the trade body.

A massive 84% Scots want to buy more Scottish food and drink products, according to data from The Knowledge Bank, released to mark the start of Scottish Food & Drink September.

Day-Today and usave symbol groups operator United Wholesale Scotland (UWS) has hailed its record-breaking recent trade show as a huge success.