Inspiring retail’s creators and curators, Spring Fair puts thousands of new products across home, gift and fashion at the forefront of UK retail. Only available to see at the next show on 4th – 7th February at NEC Birmingham, a host of exclusive Home brands have been revealed including Coach …
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Independent retailers across the UK are set to defy the Black Friday sales frenzy for the third year running, according to a survey conducted by BIRA. The British Independent Retailers Association has revealed that 86% of independent retailers surveyed would not be participating in Black Friday – similar to three …
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As the festive season approaches, The British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA) is urging its members to join the nationwide celebration of Small Business Saturday on December 2nd. Small Business Saturday, a grassroots, not-for-profit campaign, has become a beacon for supporting local businesses across the UK. Now in its 10th year, …
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UK retail sales are predicted to hit £8.74bn across Black Friday Weekend as consumers make the most of the discounts available to them in the run up to Christmas. The VoucherCodes.co.uk, Shopping for Christmas 2023: Black Friday Weekend report predicts that this year total Black Friday Weekend retail sales will …
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On Thursday 23rd November, ProCook will open the doors to its latest store following continued plans to pursue UK retail expansion. The new store at atria Watford Shopping Centre in the Greater London area is the brand’s 60th store to open. The bright and airy 2,000 sq ft store features …
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What More UK, the Lancashire housewares manufacturer, and owner of the well-known brand Wham, recently featured on QVC Germany with its extended range of PushPan round cake tins. QVC is one of the 10 largest mail-order companies in Germany, with a market share of 50%. With the bakeware market also …
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MCR Services, a leading re-work specialist, is expanding its partnership with premium German kitchen appliance brand Gastroback. Staff from the Cramlington-based company will undergo training at its headquarters in Hollenstedt, near Hamburg, allowing them to refurbish any imported appliances which fail to meet its exacting standards. MCR Services is also …
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On 5th July 2024, Housewares Magazine is inviting all industry members to the Connaught Rooms in London for an unforgettable afternoon of celebration and networking. To commemorate the return of the live event, we have introduced some brand-new categories to truly recognise and reward the innovative manufacturers, exceptional retailers and …
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Despite a 10% loss in sales its last financial year, revenues still represented a 26% rise on The Range’s pre-pandemic levels, with a 17.3% jump in like-for-likes, in the year to January 2023. In its current year, sales are back in growth with like-for-like gross profit up over 4% and …
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On November 13-19, BIRA is putting the spotlight on local communities with the introduction of the ‘Love Your High Street’ campaign, a week-long celebration dedicated to shopping with independent retailers. Businesses can get involved by downloading the kit HERE. The kit includes printable window posters, social media assets, and website …
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