Retail & Industry
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Queen’s speech falls short for independent retailers
11 May 2022 NewsThe Queen’s annual speech ahead of the new parliamentary year has left some small businesses feeling underwhelmed -
British charcuterie in 2022
11 May 2022 Meat & FishThe future looks bright for the UK’s artisan makers taking on one of the Continent’s most popular exports -
Behind the counter: BBQ season at Edwards of Conwy
10 May 2022 Meat & FishIeuan Edwards, founder of Edwards of Conwy shares the retailer's experience of BBQ season -
What does the future of seasonal eating look like?
10 May 2022 SustainableWith growing climate disruption causing early harvests and milder winters, seasonal eating may look very different in the near future – but is seasonality really over? -
How a cut in business rates could help independents mitigate rising costs
09 May 2022 NewsWith inflation at its highest level in 30 years, retailers are demanding a permanent cut to business rates to help them absorb rising costs and invest in staffing -
James Grant, No2 Pound St: “Batten down the hatches”
09 May 2022 Cheese & DairyJames Grant, owner of No2 Pound Street, argues that when it comes down to value, artisan cheese wins hands down -
Environment secretary tells consumers to shop ‘value brands’ in response to inflation hike
06 May 2022 NewsEnvironment Secretary George Eustice has been criticised for his ‘out of touch’ comments suggesting struggling families should buy value products to tackle the cost-of-living crisis, but what effect could this advice have on independent fine food retailers? -
Counterpoint: Building relationships with customers
06 May 2022 Cheese & DairyHarnessing the power of social media, building a rapport and providing engaging sampling are three ways to ensure you create a successful relationship with your customers -
Is the UK ready to become a cashless society?
05 May 2022 NewsDigital payments seem to be more desirable in both the eyes of businesses and consumers over the last couple of years, but with the rise in the cost of living, more people are now relying on cash to help them budget -
Independent Shopper: Mattia Aranini, Sushi On Jones
05 May 2022 Meat & FishMattia Aranini, head chef at Sushi On Jones, discusses the importance of seasonality and the Italian influences in his food -
Dairy crisis threatens spiralling costs of cheese and milk for indies
04 May 2022 NewsWith Brexit wreaking havoc on European supply chains and fuel prices sky-high as a result of the war in Ukraine, farmers and retailers are now dealing with a growing dairy crisis -
John Shepherd, Partridges: “The revolution starts here”
04 May 2022 RetailJohn Shepherd, managing director of Partridges, reflects on the first quarter of 2022, and welcomes the post-Covid era
