SGF Healthy Living Programme
The SGF Healthy Living Programme was established in 2004 by Robert Wiseman Dairies with the support of the Scottish Government and the five main convenience store operators in Scotland at the time – Aberness, Botterills, C.J. Lang & Son, David Sands and Morning, Noon and Night. Its objective was to encourage convenience stores to develop the range of fresh produce and healthier products they offer in their local stores, to help improve the eating habits of people living in Scotland.
Following the tremendous success of the pilot scheme a business plan was developed to take the programme forward. The programme continues to receive the support of the Scottish Government who recognised the unique role convenience stores play in spreading the healthy eating message, particularly in neighbourhoods with low levels of car ownership and limited public transport. Together with the substantial inward investment of the retailers themselves, the programme has developed to include 600 stores.
The key success of the Programme has been its ability to improve access to and take–up of affordable healthier food options, helping to drive forward long-term changes towards a healthier Scottish food culture whilst providing an economic benefit to retailers.
More information on the SGF Healthy Living Programme is available on the attached information sheet.
To find out more about the SGF Healthy Living Programme contact:
SGF Tel: 0131 343 3300 E: info@scotgrocersfed.co.uk
Scottish Grocers Federation