A leading retail association representing thousands of independent businesses across the UK has outlined its key priorities ahead of the Chancellor's Spring Statement. Andrew Goodacre, CEO of the British Independent
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
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
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
Seven in ten independent retailers across the UK are boycotting Black Friday this year, as rising operational costs and economic pressures continue to impact small businesses, according to the latest
Independent retailers are discovering how local visibility technology can help drive footfall to high street stores, according to a new podcast released by Bira. The latest episode of High Street
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
Independent retailers across Britain are calling on Keir Starmer's new Labour government to prioritise high street revival in a special episode of Bira's High Street Matters podcast. Bira, which works with
Following Labour's landslide victory in the July general election, Bira, the British Independent Retailers Association, is urging the new government to make good on its promise of change by prioritising
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has released the second episode of its High Street Matters podcast series, this time tackling the issue of accessibility for independent retailers. The episode 'Accessibility
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) is giving independent businesses across the UK a powerful new resource with the launch of its High Street Matters podcast. Hosted by journalist Steve
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has compiled a five-item 'wish list' for the Chancellor to address in the Spring Budget. Bira, which works with over 6,000 independent businesses of
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) is once again championing the high street with the return of its 'Show Some Love' campaign for the second consecutive year. The Association, which
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 the British Independent Retailers Association
The British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA) is launching a campaign called Love Your High Street Week to support retailers in the run up to Christmas. BIRA will be running its
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira), which works with over 6,000 independent businesses of all sizes across the UK, commends the UK Government's commitment to the revitalisation of left-behind towns,
The British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA) has launched a campaign to show some love for the high street. The association, which works with over 6,000 independent businesses of all sizes
The British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA) has commented on the recently published High Street Report, which showcases how the High Street has changed since 2020. The Association, which works with over
Members of the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) have reacted to news of the mini budget and energy announcements by outlining what would help them the most in the coming
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) welcomes the government's announcement that it will help cut energy bills for businesses. Having campaigned tirelessly for clarification from the government for almost a
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has welcomed the news that the government is intervening in the energy crisis for businesses, and will be getting a support package for the
