All SGF (Scottish Grocers' Federation) articles
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NewsSGF writes to Health Secretary over nicotine pouch guidance
Trade leaders say industry and government can work collaboratively on pouch sale guidelines
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NewsSRC responds to latest sales figures and warns Scottish retail could be under threat
The SRC responds to latest data, highlighting two threats to the sector in Scotland
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NewsScottish Grocers’ Federation issues retailer advice on nicotine pouches
The Scottish Grocers’ Federation has issued advice on selling pouches for stores
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NewsSGF reveals 6,000 job cuts for local shops linked to employment costs
Annual report on the Scottish convenience store sector published at SGF’s 2025 Conference
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NewsOne in five Scottish retailers selling vapes to minors
Test purchases in Scotland reveal concerning levels of illegal vape and tobacco sales to children
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NewsTrading Standards in Scotland face crisis as officer numbers hit record low
Trading Standards officers in Scotland has dropped below 250 for the first time, according to a recent workforce survey
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NewsScottish retailers call for tougher response to shoplifting crisis
Indie retailers across Scotland demand urgent government and police intervention as new figures reveal shoplifting incidents have surged by 17% in the past year
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NewsShop theft in Scotland jumps 17% in past year, up 124% since 2021
Recorded incidents of shop theft in Scotland have increased by 17% to 40,554 offences for the year ending June 2025
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NewsLeading retailers and trade bodies urge tax reforms in letter to Chancellor
60 retail leaders and trade bodies have written to the Chancellor calling for tax reforms ahead of the Autumn Budget
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NewsScottish Grocers’ Federation updates its retail crime site with fresh advice
The Scottish Grocers’ Federation has updated retail crime-specific website
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NewsSGF urges next Scottish Government to support local shops
The SGF has published its manifesto ahead of the 2026 election, with retail crime and reducing business costs topping the agenda
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NewsShoplifting soars in Scotland as cases more than double since the pandemic
Shoplifting incidents in Scotland have more than doubled since the pandemic, according to Police Scotland data
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NewsIllicit trade is ‘biggest threat’ to convenience stores
The SGF has warned that the illicit trade will further damage Scottish convenience stores
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Features and analysisSGF issues poster and guidance in advance of disposable vapes ban
The SGF has issued retailer guidance for the upcoming disposable vape ban which is due on 1 June
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Features and analysisFresh update for a website dedicated to tackling Scottish retail crime
The SGF in partnership with Retailers Against Crime have just updated their website
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Features and analysisSGF study highlights impact of new cost hikes on convenience stores
New SGF study highlights true cost of national living wage and NI hikes for local Scottish shops
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Features and analysisSGF Go Local Programme wins ScotGov approval until May 2026
The SGF’s project to promote locally sourced Scottish produce enters phase six, with 158 stores flying the Go Local banner
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Features and analysisRetail crime cost Scottish retailers almost £20,000 per store last year
The Scottish Grocers’ Federation has released its latest Crime Report
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Features and analysisSGF seeking input into survey on upcoming National Living Wage changes
The SGF is asking retailers for their input on the upcoming increases to wage costs coming in April
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Features and analysisSGF’s Go Local programme goes from strength to strength in its fifth year
A new report from the SGF has underlined the success of its Go Local programme