UK Mother’s Day spending to reach £2.4 billion
The UK consumer spending for Mother’s Day 2025 is set to reach £2.4 billion, reflecting a 5% increase from the previous year. With more consumers planning to participate, retailers have
The UK consumer spending for Mother’s Day 2025 is set to reach £2.4 billion, reflecting a 5% increase from the previous year. With more consumers planning to participate, retailers have
Morleys Stores Ltd has confirmed plans to reopen the iconic Jolly's department store in Milsom Street, Bath, bringing a revitalised shopping experience to this historic retail destination. Against a backdrop
Based in the UK, Tracy and Georgia are the South African mum duo behind the online baby store Me and Rae. Having been friends for almost 10 years and both
Loved Before, the UK’s pioneering sustainable soft toy rehoming agency, is entering the US market, launching with luxury department store Bloomingdale’s on 8 March 2025. Known for its mission to
Charlotte Broadbent, UK general manager at Faire, discusses how independent children's stores can capitalise on the latest retail trends. Shoppers will be looking for more adventure-inspired accessories, opulent vintage pieces, natural
British luxury childrenswear brand, Pepa London, has opened its first store located in the USA. Situated in Palm Beach, Florida, the new store at 312A South County Road is located
The makings of Pops & Flo began in November 2023, when Stephanie Sandys started a small online business through Instagram named after her two daughters, Poppy and Florence. “I started Pops
Joanne Barker, owner of the Hettie & Sid chain of independent children’s stores, discusses business growth and the key to retail success. Hettie & Sid began life in April 2007 as
Sustainability is proving to be more than just a buzzword on Britain's high streets, as independent retailers discover that eco-friendly practices are driving both cost savings and increased profits. Exploring
Sarah Liddiard, a senior associate in the corporate and commercial team at law firm Debenhams Ottaway, highlights the key points to include in a celebrity Collaboration Agreement. Celebrity collaborations with retailers
Pamela Freyne is a mother to one son and three daughters and always loved styling her children when they were small. After leaving a career in healthcare, she had the
From the founders of the award-winning Base Childrenswear retail chain, Casa Childrenswear is a new independent, family-owned retail concept focused on high-quality, fashionable and sustainable clothing, gifts and toys from
Bogumila Stroka is the founder and CEO of YNot Design, a London-based company that offers advice, guidance and resources that empower business owners to achieve their goals and develop successful
Children’s retailer JoJo Maman Bébé has introduced a JoJo x Paddington™ Collection, bringing the popular character to life on a range of garments including appliqué sweatshirts and pretty collar dresses. The
Charlotte Broadbent, general UK manager at Faire, the online wholesale marketplace, shares her top retail predictions for 2025. The challenges of the past few years, from the aftermath of the pandemic
Marks & Spencer has committed to train and support a further almost 2,000 hard-to-reach young people through its Marks & Start programme over the next three years, as part of
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has been invited to participate in crucial Treasury discussions on business rates reform, marking a significant step forward in the Association's campaign to reduce
Despite stormy weather conditions hitting the UK last weekend, the nation’s support for small businesses remains strong, according to new research. The study by American Express to mark this year’s
Victoria Leeds, owned and operated by Redical, is ending the year on a high following its strongest ever footfall figures at Victoria Gate and two new store openings across the
The public is being urged to show support for small businesses this weekend, as Small Business Saturday returns with a mission to deliver a vital boost for firms heading into
The latest episode of Bira's High Street Matters podcast takes a look into the psychology of shop theft, exploring why criminals target independent retailers and revealing the complex network behind