Convenience retail chiefs voice employment fears
Retail industry chiefs have voiced concerns about changes that are part of the Employment Rights Act and the youth unemployment crisis.
Bestway launches World Cup activity for Costcutter and Best-one
Bestway has unveiled its new support package for Costcutter and Best-one retailers to help them make the most out of the Fifa World Cup tournament.
Plea for help on HFSS regulations
Convenience retailers have voiced their concerns about Scotland’s HFSS regulations, which will come into force on 1 October.
Henderson Technology reaches installation milestone
In-store tech firm Henderson Technology has marked a new milestone across the UK with the installation of its 1,000th digital media screen.
Scottish Wholesale Achievers Awards open for entries
Entries for the 2027 Scottish Wholesale Achievers Awards are now open – with two new categories up for grabs for the 2027 ceremony.
Scotmid moves into former Burghead church building
Retail chain Scotmid has unveiled its new and expanded Newburgh store having taken over a former parish church building in the community.
CJ Lang & Son life president dies
Joan Scott-Adie, granddaughter to the founder of CJ Lang & Son, has sadly died following a long illness.
Graham’s Dairy lands new listings in Asda stores
Local dairy firm Graham's The Family Dairy has announced a major expansion for its products across Scottish Asda supermarket stores.
Fini builds UK distribution with new Bestway partnership
Confectionery brand Fini has strengthened its wholesale distribution routes across the UK with new listings across Bestway Wholesale depots.
Coca-Cola announces sponsorship of Special Olympics GB
Soft drinks firm Coca-Cola has announced it will be the Headline Partner for the upcoming Special Olympics GB National Summer Games.
Inflation remains stagnant as transport costs soar
Inflation remained stagnant between months in May as transport costs soared upwards, though was offset by falls in other categories.
The Fed calls on ScotGov to ensure retailers are heard
Uthayakumar Soundararajan, Scottish president of the Fed, has written to John Swinney to ensure that retailers' voices continue to be heard in parliament.
SGF highlights pressure on retailers at Mini Summit
Industry representatives and retailers from across Scotland gathered to discuss the changes to regulations heading to the Scottish convenience sector at the SGF's annual Mini Summit event.
Spar Condorrat hits major LifeVac milestone
Cumbernauld convenience store Spar Clyne Condorrat has announced a major milestone in its initiative to install LifeVac devices in the local community.
JW Filshill kicks off summer of football campaign
Scottish wholesaler JW Filshill has kicked off a summer of football campaign to help tie in with the upcoming Fifa World Cup tournament.
Industry experts welcome DRS grant support
DRS organiser Exchange for Change has announced new exemption rules for smaller retailers as well as a new grant scheme to support these stores.
