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1 in 5 people in the UK have a disability or situation making it difficult for them to use a website without a barrier, such as sight loss, a physical or neurological disability or learning difficulties. Unfortunately, websites are not accessible by default – they need to be made that …

Joining John Lewis in the newly-created role of design director for home is former IKEA director, Charlotta Elgh. Elgh spent 14 years at IKEA, most recently as development leader of concept, and will be responsible for the direction and vision for John Lewis’ home range. John Lewis said Elgh’s vision …

Marks & Spencer has appointed Cheryl Potter to its board as a non-executive director, effective from March 1. Potter joins following a 20-year career at global private equity firm, Permira as head of the global consumer team. As well as leading the global consumer practice she served on the boards …

Leading retail executives, market data analysts and consumer trend and colour forecast experts will share their home and housewares industry vision in special keynote presentations during The Inspired Home Show 2023. The Show will be held March 4-7 at Chicago’s McCormick Place Complex. The keynotes are set for Saturday, Sunday …

Spring and Autumn Fair has partnered with Products of Change to create a set of five whitepapers to assist retailers and brands with their journey to operating a more sustainable, ethical, and regenerative business as part of its Power of One campaign.         The first whitepaper, titled …

The Exclusively Show’s ever-popular Brand Showcase feature, where media and influencers gather to see a curated edit of the highlights from the main show will this year include live potting demonstrations courtesy of Denby. Denby’s craftsman potter, Sean Flint, will be carrying out the demonstrations, showing off the traditional craft …

Data protection & cybersecurity controls are an essential part of business resilience, and are growing more important by the day. On Thursday 2nd March, join Small Business Britain and IT & cybersecurity expert, Brian Chappell, to explore the opportunities cybersecurity offers in a 1-hour webinar. In the webinar you’ll learn: …

In an effort to stabilise the family-owned business and accelerate its turnaround, Wilko CEO Mark Jackson has announced changes to its management structure. As part of the changes, Wilko group finance director Dave Murphy has become chief finance officer, succeeding Karen Mackay who has resigned and will be leaving next …

The Creative Retail Awards and SaveTheHighStreet.org have agreed a partnership for the 2023 awards. The partnership aims to celebrate and recognise the vital role that independent retailers play in the success of the high street, and to encourage the public to support their local independent stores.  The category is open …

BHETA has partnered with Birmingham-based training provider, Selling Interactions, to offer an eight-session virtual sales training course for Key/National/Senior Account Managers at member companies. The course includes: Eight interactive two-hour virtual workshops, delivered every two weeks starting March 2023 • Group size four to eight people • On-the job assignments that …