Matthew Easter and Mark Stevenson, co-chairs of The Schoolwear Association, highlight the strengths of the industry in these difficult times. “As an industry, and particularly those who are Schoolwear Association members,
British baby clothing and accessories brand The Little Tailor is responding to the Covid-19 crisis by giving back to those working on the frontline. Throughout April, therefore, The Little Tailor
Jonathan Birch, creative director at SEO and digital marketing agency Glass Digital, shares his top tips for boosting ecommerce sales and encouraging loyalty from customers. Unfortunately, a lot of retailers are
Saving Local is a new, not-for-profit voucher scheme that enables customers to help local businesses survive the UK lockdown. The scheme allows loyal customers to buy vouchers for products now,
The John Lewis Partnership is installing a wellbeing area it has designed for medical staff and volunteers at NHS Nightingale Hospital, London. The retailer is also joining forces with the
If you are one of the many businesses contemplating redundancies as a consequence of Covid-19 then firstly, you are not alone. The retail sector has been hit hard by self-isolation
Donald Moore, chair of ethical schoolwear manufacturer Rowlinson Knitwear, documents the company’s journey through the Covid-19 pandemic. We really value the schoolwear community and we thought we would share a blog
William Turner has confirmed it has a strategy in place to ensure the continued support of its customers during the coronavirus crisis. The manufacturer and supplier of school ties and accessories
UKFT is urging the government to provide support for individuals or companies not eligible for any existing Covid-19 related protection schemes. The Association has been speaking with companies and individuals throughout
Due to the evolving health emergency in Italy and around the world, Pitti Immagine has confirmed new dates for its summer fairs. Childrenswear show Pitti Immagine Bimbo no. 91 will now
The government's pledge to pressure banks to ease up lending to small businesses is welcomed by the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira). On 1 April, Business Secretary Alok Sharma called on
Mothercare has issued an update on its transformation strategy announced in November 2019 and further to the update released in January 2020. The company previously confirmed plans to become a profitable
Due to the ongoing impact of coronavirus, The Schoolwear Association (SA) has made the decision to postpone the SA Awards 2020 launch. Entries were originally set to open on 30 March.
Independents’ Day UK, the not-for-profit campaign to support and promote independent retail businesses across the UK, is launching a free video advice series for independent retailers. Given the current climate, the
The Tartan Blanket Co., which includes the Little TBCo. collection of baby blankets, has curated a selection of care packages for customers during these uncertain times. Boxes include the Mum &
ParcelHero issues a 10-step guide on how to make full use of the government’s latest coronavirus SME aid schemes. 1. Retain key workers, even if they are not essential right now The
In light of the Covid-19 outbreak, The Schoolwear Show Board has issued the following statement to all exhibitors regarding the upcoming event. “Firstly, the organisers of The Schoolwear Show hope that
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) is calling for immediate access to financial support for the small business owners affected by the government-imposed UK-lockdown. Bira's CEO Andrew Goodacre says small independent
In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, personalised children’s brand My 1st Years has established ‘My BIG Community,’ a movement aimed at its followers, customers and beyond. The My BIG Community movement
The John Lewis Partnership has temporarily closed all 50 of its John Lewis shops as a result of the impact of coronavirus. Johnlewis.com will continue to operate as normal, alongside
Fox Williams LLP partner Stephen Sidkin and associate Lucy Coffey discuss the impact of coronavirus on business. With the news of Selfridges and Fenwicks shutting up shop, the question now is,
