Scottish supermarkets to remove sugary and high-fat snacks from checkouts
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Scottish supermarkets to remove sugary and high-fat snacks from checkouts

1 hour ago · Originally published 2 Oct 2026 7/10 Original headline: Why are fizzy drinks and sweets being banished from supermarket checkouts?
New Scottish Government guidance will restrict the display of high-fat and sugary products at supermarket entrances, checkouts, and end-of-aisle displays. By limiting these impulse-buy locations for larger retailers, the policy aims to reduce the visibility of less healthy food options and support better nutritional choices for shoppers.
Source: STV News Scotland
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