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Why we're calling for 90 minutes' free parking on Britain's high streets
01 Sept 2026 Esra CrockfordWe have launched a parliamentary petition asking the Government to set a national minimum of 90 minutes' free parking in town and city centres. Here is why we're doing it, and how you can back it. P ... -
Free Money for Your High Street Shop? What Councils Are Offering Right Now
27 Aug 2026 Esra CrockfordBristol City Council has opened a grant scheme for businesses in Broadmead, offering up to £1,500 to independent retailers, hospitality venues, and community organisations willing to test new ways of ... -
Why Retailers Should Be Paying More Attention to Licensing
26 Aug 2026 Esra CrockfordDiscover why licensing matters to retailers and how Spring Fair 2027’s expanded Licensing Lab will connect buyers, brands, designers and licensees. -
Why Independent Retail Has Become a Political Priority
25 Aug 2026 Esra CrockfordAndy Burnham’s early retail measures put high streets in focus, as research highlights the economic and social importance of independent shops. -
IKEA to Launch UK Second-Hand Marketplace
21 Aug 2026 Esra CrockfordIKEA is preparing a UK second-hand marketplace for IKEA Family members, as demand for resale and more sustainable homeware continues to grow. -
New Parking Charges Spark Backlash on High Streets Across the UK
18 Aug 2026 Esra CrockfordParking changes across Somerset, Shropshire, Cornwall and Cambridgeshire spark concern among independent retailers over footfall and trade. -
Why are newer independent retailers growing faster than established ones?
12 Aug 2026 Esra CrockfordNew research reveals why independent retailers trading for one to three years are growing faster than long-established businesses. Discover the key insights from the Voices of Retail 2026 report. -
Morrisons' AI Smart Trolley: What It Means for Independent Retailers
29 Jul 2026 Esra CrockfordMorrisons' AI smart trolley trial signals changing retail expectations. Discover what independent retailers should do now to prepare for AI-powered shopping. -
Why Are Retailers Already Planning Christmas 2026?
24 Jul 2026 Esra CrockfordDiscover why UK retailers are planning Christmas 2026 earlier than ever, from supply chain pressures to consumer trends, and how independents can prepare. -
What Andy Burnham's arrival at Number 10 means for UK retail
21 Jul 2026 Morgan SwinfordYesterday, Andy Burnham became the UK's new Prime Minister, taking over from Keir Starmer, who announced his resignation in June. For anyone buying, selling or planning stock for the year ahead, a cha ...