GCA Column by Peter Burks
October 15, 2024
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As we head into the ‘Golden Quarter’ for giftware retailers, a tag that I had never heard until recently, although everyone in the industry knows
Garden Centres
Dobbies to close 17 stores
October 7, 2024
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The UK’s largest garden chain, Dobbies, has announced a raft of store closures, with 17 ‘unprofitable’ shops set to close as part of a restructuring
Glee’s 50-year heroes unveiled at anniversary show
September 16, 2024
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As Glee marked its monumental 50th anniversary last week, its 50-year heroes were revealed on the show floor. Voted for by Glee’s retailer and supplier
Potr scoops 2024 GIMA Innovators Seed Corn Fund
September 10, 2024
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Potr, the creators of the world’s first flat-packed, self-watering planters, has been announced as the winners of this year’s prestigious GIMA Innovators Seed Corn Fund,
Tom Allen to host the 2024 GIMA Awards
September 3, 2024
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Comedian, presenter and Sunday Times bestselling author, Tom Allen, has been confirmed as the host of the 2024 GIMA Awards. Taking to the stage on
Join the GCA at their lounge at Glee
August 27, 2024
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The Garden Centre Association (GCA) will have a lounge area at Glee next month (September 2024) where existing members and those interested in finding out
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