Government and Bank of England
GOVERNMENT UPDATES
GOVERNMENT UPDATES Chancellor’s National Wealth Fund to deliver growth and boost security Chancellor sets new strategy for National Wealth Fund to reflect our Plan for Change, unlocking billions…
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Government and Bank of England
The latest National Summary of Business Conditions from the Bank of England's Regional Agents is now available.
The latest National Summary of Business Conditions from the Bank of England's Regional Agents is now available. This report offers valuable insights into the current economic landscape, providing…
GA News
Calling Retail Product Brands!
Calling Retail Product Brands! Are you looking for opportunities to Elevate your Retail Game? Retail Huddle has partnered with Product Guru to offer you an exciting opportunity to win …
Payments / Finance
Navigating Geopolitical Uncertainty: A CFO's Guide to FX Risk Management
Navigating Geopolitical Uncertainty: A CFO's Guide to FX Risk Management In today's volatile global landscape, Chief Financial Officers face an increasingly complex set of challenges. Among these…
Trade Shows
SPRING FAIR AND DIGITAL WOMEN LAUNCH WHITE PAPER CHAMPIONING WOMEN IN RETAIL
TO CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY, SPRING FAIR AND DIGITAL WOMEN LAUNCH WHITE PAPER CHAMPIONING WOMEN IN RETAIL Celebrating International Women’s Day, Spring Fair are excited to …
IPO Survey
Guidance on responding to the UK government Design Protection Survey The intellectual property (IP) system for protecting designs is complex and we know it can be difficult for designers to understand…
Trade Shows
INDX Toys 2025 – Get ready to be inspired
INDX Toys 2025 – Get ready to be inspired The INDX Toys show will return to West Midlands event venue, Cranmore Park on 2-3 September 2025. Save the date and get ready to explore an inclusive…
Government and Bank of England
New powers for police to tackle neighbourhood crime
New powers for police to tackle neighbourhood crime In one of the biggest legislative updates to policing for decades, a package of new laws will tackle antisocial behaviour, shop theft and street…
GA News
THE BATF CHARITY COMMISSION
Supporting causes close to our members' hearts. Funding from £500-5000 is available for (TA name) members' and their favourite charities. The British Allied Trades Federation…
Government and Bank of England
A Win-Win for Agents and Principals: The UK Government upholds the Commercial Agents Regulations.
A Win-Win for Agents and Principals: The UK Government upholds the Commercial Agents Regulations. On 14 February 2025, the UK Government announced its decision to maintain the Commercial…
GA News
Exciting opportunity for UK gift/homeware brands to showcase products at Home InStyle, Hong Kong, 27 – 30 April 2025…
Exciting opportunity for UK gift/homeware brands to showcase products at Home InStyle, Hong Kong, 27 – 30 April 2025 We’re looking for brands with cultural / heritage related products…
Member News
Get Ready to Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet with Retail ROAR
Get Ready to Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet with Retail ROAR If you're ready to take your retail business to the next level in 2025, then you won’t want to miss Retail ROAR – the ultimate…
Government and Bank of England
Government Updates
Government Announcements 01/2025: Publication of Business Rates Relief Information - GOV.UK Business rates information letters are issued by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government…
Member News
SCOTTISH BEE UNVEILS NEW BRAND IDENTITY THAT WILL PAVE THE WAY FOR RANGE EXPANSION AND BOTTOM-LINE GROWTH IN 2025
SCOTTISH BEE UNVEILS NEW BRAND IDENTITY THAT WILL PAVE THE WAY FOR RANGE EXPANSION AND BOTTOM-LINE GROWTH IN 2025 It’s bizzy, bizzy, bizzy at Scottish Bee who can finally unveil its new 2025…
Awards
GOTY 2025 FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
Gift of the Year 2025 Finalists Announced! The Giftware Association is delighted to unveil the finalists for the Gift of the Year 2025 awards! After months of anticipation, hundreds of incredible…
Member News
It’s The Union They Said Would Never Happen! Popcorn joins forces with Jellybeans In Latest Pop-at-Home Collaboration…
It’s The Union They Said Would Never Happen! Popcorn joins forces with Jellybeans In Latest Pop-at-Home Collaboration It’s like saying who do you rate more Ronaldo or Messi, Lennon or…
Member News
MEET SPACEANDPEOPLE
We are excited to learn more about SpaceandPeople and how they can help our members, we posed a few questions to the team to see how they work and how they support our industry Can you tell us a …
Trade Shows
HYVE GROUP ANNOUNCE AUTUMN FAIR AND GLEE TO CO-LOCATE FOR 2026
HYVE GROUP ANNOUNCE AUTUMN FAIR AND GLEE TO CO-LOCATE FOR 2026 Hyve Group, a global leader in events and exhibitions, have today announced the exciting co-location of Autumn Fair and Glee …
Member News
Dorset based art and giftware company wins Theo Paphitis’ Small Business Sunday
Dorset based art and giftware company wins Theo Paphitis’ Small Business Sunday Dorset based giftware company, Share A Little Frankie, won ‘Small Business Sunday’ on Monday 3rd …
Trade Shows
Celebrating The Gift
Celebrating The Gift Did you see the giant bunting display in Hall 3 at the Spring Fair – Celebrating the Gift? The Giftware Association has been working with Vicki Thomas for over forty…
Government and Bank of England
GOVERNMENT UPDATES 12.02.25
Please see below recent updates that may be pertinent for your business/members and supply chains. Announcements and Calls for Evidence: Devolution revolution: six areas to elect Mayors for…
Trade Shows
Scoop closed its doors at Olympia West on Tuesday, marking the triumphant conclusion of its Autumn/Winter 2025 edition.
Scoop closed its doors at Olympia West on Tuesday, marking the triumphant conclusion of its Autumn/Winter 2025 edition. Over three vibrant days, Scoop brought together the best in style, creativity…
Source Fashion Opens Its Doors Next Tuesday at Olympia London
Source Fashion Opens Its Doors Next Tuesday at Olympia London Source Fashion, Europe’s leading responsible sourcing show, opens next Tuesday 18th February, at Olympia London, welcoming buyers…
GA News
An exclusive offer* to provide private medical plans for members of The Giftware Association
An exclusive offer* to provide private medical plans for members of The Giftware Association has been arranged with HMCA, including a £50 gift card or £100 off your first-year subscription…