Latest data from retail expert Springboard reveals footfall in UK retail destinations rose by +4.1% last week from the week before; a significant acceleration in the rise in the previous
Edx Education, a leading home learning brand for children age 18 months up to 12 years, has won Silver in the Independent Toy Shop UK Awards 2020 for its Eco-Friendly
On 21 August, the World Health Organisation (WHO) issued a new statement regarding when children should wear face coverings. It now advises; “children aged 12 and over should wear a mask
For s/s 21, the Cyberjammies brand continues to build on its strong collection of family brands with new Minijammies styles for children. Furthermore, to allow kids and adults to match, all
New sustainable childrenswear brand Chapter specialises in heirlooms to be lived in and loved whilst also providing a positive social and environmental impact. The London start-up believes in small scale production
Some of the most innovative European minds have utilised their know-how and creativity to produce ad-hoc projects for children via the WORTH Partnership Project funded by the European Commission. Through the
Wood Street Mission, a children’s charity that helps families living on a low income in Manchester and Salford, is hosting a Back-2-School Quiz to help raise funds for its SmartStart
Local authorities across the UK are 'accelerating the decline of the high street' with unnecessary road closures according to the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira). Bira has been inundated with calls
Some of the biggest names in global licensing will be exhibiting at Festival of Licensing, including brands from entertainment, publishing, gaming, sport, lifestyle, not for profit and heritage. Among the first
Mary Urquhart, senior contact centre manager at PFS, highlights why it is key for brands to scale up their operations and prioritise customer service. As the shift to online shopping continues, retailers
Preparations are now underway for Harrogate International Nursery Fair 2021. The industry event, which will take place on 28-30 March 2021, follows the cancellation of this year's fair due to
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) is highlighting the need for 'positive action' to help retail businesses meet rent demands as they continue to recover from the pandemic. Subsequently, Bira is
From Picture Book Fashion, creator of childrenswear brands A*Dee and mitch&son, is the new Little A collection. Available for newborn to 36 months, it offers uniquely designed prints paired with
Mamas & Papas is embracing the power of storytelling in its latest universal, multi-channel campaign. Creative studio Buttercrumble engaged in this project by collaborating on a range of illustrations to
The government has introduced a #backtoschoolsafely campaign to help reassure parents and children that schools are ready for their return in September. Schools have received Public Health England endorsed guidance
Retail businesses are missing out on millions of pounds of unallocated local authority grants according to the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira). It has been revealed that emergency coronavirus funding for
Zach Thomann, executive vice president and general manager at PFS, on navigating a new retail era. Though the rise in online shopping has been inevitable, Covid-19 acted as a catalyst for
The Schoolwear Association (SA), which this year is focusing on giving schoolwear suppliers and retailers a voice in Parliament and providing support during Covid-19, is keen for new members to
Research from social media management platform Maybe* reveals independent retailers have all but stepped away from social media since lockdown ended. Although consumers average over three hours on social media
In conjunction with its continued 30th birthday celebrations, family-owned and run childrenswear brand Trotters is marking the start of the new a/w season with the opening of its very own
The organisers of Harrogate International Nursery Fair have announced that the 2020 show – rescheduled for October this year – is to be cancelled. Focus is now on the 2021
