Scotland Food & Drink sets date for Industry Conference
Industry body Scotland Food & Drink has set its date for its upcoming Industry Conference, offering local producers to chance to meet with key retail buyers.
Co-op’s Kate McCrae to become SGF Vice President
The SGF has revealed Co-op director Kate McCrae will become the first female vice president of the industry body this November.
Nisa opens its doors in Wishaw
Nisa Wishaw has opened up its doors in the Lanarkshire town following a complete refit of the store after the owner changed from its former fascia.
Over 100,000 illegal cigarettes seized in Dumfries
Over 100,000 illegal cigarettes have been seized across Dumfries and Galloway as part of Police Scotland's ongoing Operation Machinize initiative.
Exchange for Change publishes certified RVM list
Exchange for Change has published its list of certified RVM suppliers and machines to support retailers in making the right choice for DRS.
Macb donates £6k to community groups
Scottish soft drinks brand Macb has donated £6,000 to six organisations across Scotland this year, with the aim of helping communities enjoy healthier, happier lives. Applications are now open for its 2027 funding.
Scottish Illicit Tobacco Team seizes over half a million cigarettes
The Scottish Illicit Trade Team has reported that it has seized over half a million illegal cigarettes within the first five months of the team's operations.
New rules on nicotine come into force
New legal requirements on nicotine products have come into force restricting the ways in which retailers can market and sell these products to customers.
Budget aims to offer ‘breathing space’ for businesses
The UK Government has announced its plans to help reduce the burden of the cost of living crisis as part of its latest Autumn Budget announcement.
Booker drives festive sales with new Christmas guide
UK wholesaler Booker has announced a new programme for the Christmas period to help support its retail customers sales throughout the season.
Nathalie Fullerton highlights retailer issues to local MSP
Glasgow retailer Nathalie Fullerton has met with Bob Doris MSP to highlight the ongoing pressures affecting store owners across the whole of the UK.
The Famous Grouse backs grassroots rugby with competition
Whisky brand The Famous Grouse has announced a new competition in partnership with Scottish Rugby to support grassroots clubs across the country.
Facewatch rolls out new crime intelligence platform
Security tech firm Facewatch has introduced a new trial for its Facewatch Live tech, offering retailers a new tool that will help combat theft in their stores.
Bestway strengthens support with new team
Bestway is set to strengthen its support of its customers with the introduction of a new dedicated territory field sales team for the UK.
Industry calls on ScotGov to act before rates soar out of control
Trade bodies across Scotland have called on the Scottish Government to ensure rates are fair across the UK following new stats from the SRC.
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.
