A New Era for British Craft
November 30, 2022
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The British Craft Directory was launched at the end of summer following the demise of the British Craft Trade Fair, which was put into liquidation
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Gift of the Year Awards Deadline Extension
November 30, 2022
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The Giftware Association has extended its Gift of the Year entry deadline by two weeks, meaning you have until 15th December to enter for one
Small Business Saturday: December 3 2022
November 24, 2022
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The iconic Small Business Saturday campaign returns to the UK for the tenth year on 3 December; small business owners across the country are being
Spot the Consumer Trends at Giving & Living
November 18, 2022
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As the first show of the season – and with a strengthened focus on locally made British products – Giving & Living (15-17 January, Westpoint,
Extended Producer Responsibility to be charged from 2024
November 17, 2022
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The British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA) has warned that the UK Government is planning to introduce new legislation called Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) which
Bira welcomes Autumn Statement as support for Britain’s High Street
November 17, 2022
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The British Independent Retailers Association has welcomed the support from the Chancellor in the Autumn Statement announced today. However the group has also warned that
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