AIS pays tribute to outgoing Chair Neville Moore
The Association of Independent Stores (AIS) has commended outgoing Chair Neville Moore for his dedication to the leading membership organisation for independent retail in the UK and Ireland. After a
The Association of Independent Stores (AIS) has commended outgoing Chair Neville Moore for his dedication to the leading membership organisation for independent retail in the UK and Ireland. After a
Just a Card, the campaign that encourages people to support, value and buy from artists, makers, independent shops and small businesses, will once again be running its Indie Friday initiative
Sustainable children’s brand MORI is opening a new retail store in Westfield London in early November, as the company continues its ambitious expansion on the high street. October also saw
Spring Fair, the UK home, gift and fashion trade show which takes place on 2-5 February 2025 at NEC Birmingham, has launched a new Retail Insights podcast series for retail,
CWB speaks to JoJo Maman Bébé’s marketing director, Georgina Drew, to learn more about the company’s transformative developments. Laura Turner: What can we expect from the ‘new’ JoJo Maman Bébé? Georgina Drew:
Back in 2018, a time when people were starting to become increasingly conscious of adopting a more environmentally friendly lifestyle, Charlotte Loving established Loving by Nature to provide an in-person
The Kappahl Group’s brand, Newbie, continues its growth journey with the opening of three new stores in the London area. The expansion is part of Newbie's strategy to establish more
Launched in June by Paola Nyderek, Apple & Pink is a new online boutique offering luxurious newborn gifts. The collection is handmade in Peru using Peruvian Pima cotton and includes
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) is encouraging independent retailers to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) to help revolutionise the high street in its latest podcast. The new episode from the High
Boutique children’s accessories brand, Rockahula Kids, has opened a Halloween pop-up at Harrods. Located on the 4th floor in Childrenswear, the pop-up showcases the brand’s Halloween range and will run
During the school holidays, Ealing Broadway shopping centre provided relief to local families through a free Uniform Store, which included schoolwear donated by SchoolUniformShop.co.uk and the local community. Commenting on the
At the end of 2023, Jess Reed found herself at a crossroads in her career, feeling stuck and in need of a new direction. Opening a children’s concept store had
Childrenswear rental and resale platform, thelittleloop, has launched a pioneering take-back service that enables brands to become circular. Named Reloop, the initiative allows brands to passively increase revenues, customer loyalty
M&S Kids, YoungMinds and The Doodle Boy are collaborating once again on a limited edition ‘Hello Yellow’ kidswear collection to support World Mental Health Day on 10 October. The collection
John Lewis has reaffirmed its commitment to customers on “quality products, brilliant service and competitive prices,” with a refreshed brand promise to reflect how customers shop today. Never Knowingly Undersold is
Childrenswear rental company, thelittleloop, has expanded into the secondhand clothing market, offering a one-stop shop for quality, preloved clothing with a guaranteed buy-back service. Parents can now shop for ethical
Childrenswear brand JoJo Maman Bébé is partnering with Action for Children to support vulnerable children, young people and families across the UK. Money raised through the partnership will help provide
With over 15 years of experience in the leisure and hospitality industry, Samantha Rowley-Corns had always wanted a business of her own. Last year, after becoming a proud mum to
Small Business Saturday has confirmed plans for its next national roadshow, with small businesses across 21 UK towns and cities set for a moment in the spotlight. Kicking off in
Born in Dubai, sustainable children’s swimwear and essentials brand Bodi Loves is now available in the UK exclusively through The Little Place. As consumer demand continues to grow, the brand
M&S has launched The Parent Hood, its very first baby club and also the first club from its loyalty programme, Sparks. The Parent Hood is a community for parents and