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Consumer confidence drops in time for Christmas as SMEs battle rising inflation
02 December 2022 ChristmasAs independent retailers head into the biggest trading period of the year, consumers are worried about costs and spending less as a result -
Lowering stress for staff over Christmas
02 December 2022 ChristmasKeeping your staff happy could be the key to a successful festive trading period, find out how to lower their stress this Christmas -
Fortnum & Mason: A Christmas icon
01 December 2022 ChristmasDr. Andrea Tanner, Fortnum & Mason archivist, shares the history, magic and planning that goes into creating an internationally renowned festive destination -
What to put in your festive hampers this Christmas
01 December 2022 ChristmasAs shoppers look for special gifts for their loved ones, three speciality retailers share what they are putting in their festive hampers to offer tradition and innovation -
Four stories exploring the effect of the cost-of-living crisis as we enter the festive season
29 November 2022 NewsAs Christmas fast approaches, we take a look at the ways in which the cost-of-living crisis has affected consumer behaviour and independent retail -
How to create hampers for festive upselling this winter
29 November 2022 ChristmasHampers are a surefire way to cash in on the desire for thoughtful handpicked gifts, but how can independent retailers create their own version of this ultimate foodie gift? -
James Grant, No2 Pound Street: “Cheese at Christmas”
29 November 2022 ChristmasJames Grant, owner of No2 Pound Street, shares what he's thankful for this Christmas, and what's on his festive cheeseboard -
How fine food producers and retailers are helping their local food banks this winter
28 November 2022 NewsAs more and more families struggle to afford groceries in the face of rising inflation and the worst cost-of-living crisis in decades, we spoke to those offering help -
Farming industry calls for government action on egg crisis
25 November 2022 NewsAs the avian flu epidemic escalates, farmers are calling on the government to take a stand to protect their livelihoods -
Entries now open for Farm Shop & Deli Show Product Awards 2023
24 November 2022 NewsThe Farm Shop & Deli Show Product Awards return for a second year, with winners set to be announced in the lead-up to and at the show when it returns to the NEC, Birmingham next April -
Independents opt for alternatives to Black Friday
24 November 2022 ChristmasWith the country in financial crisis this winter, indies are choosing not to host sales and to spread community spirit instead -
Nominate your winners for Inspirational Cheese Retailers 2023
23 November 2022 NewsWe need your nominations for our next edition of Inspirational Cheese Retailers – have your say today!
