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The Department for Business and Trade’s Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards are now open for entries and will close at 23:59 on Sunday 14 January 2024. From iconic clothing…
Navigating the 2023 King's Speech: What SMEs Must Know Photo by Mark Stuckey on Unsplash In the grandeur of the annual State Opening of Parliament in 2023, King Charles III set forth the UK…
A quote from the amazing Steve Jobs: “My favourite things in life don’t cost any money. It’s really clear that the most precious resource we all have is time”. He tragically…
PURE LONDON X JATC PUTS THE SPOTLIGHT ON TURKISH FASHION The inaugural combined Pure London x JATC show, the London festival of fashion, at Olympia London from the 11-13th February 2024, has…
Product Guru Announces Huddle 2024 Calendar: A Game-Changing Meet the Buyer Event Series Product Guru, the pioneer in connecting challenger brands with retail buyers, is thrilled to unveil its Huddle…
Spring Fair, the inspirational show that puts thousands of new products for Home, Gift & Fashion at the forefront of UK retail, has revealed a thrilling snapshot of what visitors can expect at…
Diwali and Spice Gifts from £6 to £35, and Mamma Spice’s festive sweet recipes Below you’ll find our favourite products for gifting and cooking with this Diwali. In addition…
Celebrate Shop Indie Day: An Instagram Flashmob for Independent Brick-and-Mortar Shops Small Business Collaborative, in collaboration with Prior Shop, is excited to announce Shop Indie Day…
Making Waves: My Unforgettable Journey as Part of the British Delegation at Gran Canaria Swim Week 2023 A Splash of Excitement Imagine being whisked away to the sunny shores of Gran Canaria…
Last Chance to Register for the Birmingham Business Expo Birmingham’s biggest business networking event, the Birmingham Business Expo, is fast approaching. The free to attend event will…
LATEST GOVERNMENT NEWS UK-EU TCA UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement Civil Society Forum: register for observer status Register by 31 October 2023 for observer status at the UK-EU Trade Cooperation…
Giving & Living that little bit more! 2024 is fast approaching, which means that the first gift trade show of the year is just around the corner! Giving & Living takes place from 14-16th …
How to build (and win) a brilliant display Photo by Artem Gavrysh on Unsplash As we enter Christmas peak trading, store displays are more important than ever. Showcasing product in an eye-catching…
How to build (and win) a brilliant display Photo by Artem Gavrysh on Unsplash As we enter Christmas peak trading, store displays are more important than ever. Showcasing product in an eye-catching…
Messe Frankfurt expands portfolio to include cybersecurity fair in Abu Dhabi Messe Frankfurt is further expanding its international portfolio: Between 15 and 17 May 2024, Messe Frankfurt Middle East…
Interview with Gay Penfold, Chair of The Benevolent Society Hello, Gay, thank you for agreeing to be grilled by us today! Could you start by telling us about The Benevolent Society and who the charity…
Midlands Giftware Designer, Meg Hawkins is a Finalist in Two Prestigious Awards. Renowned artist and giftware company, Meg Hawkins, has been shortlisted as a finalist in two prestigious awards…
Garden Centre Association and BosilunLife Announce Eco-Friendly Alliance The Garden Centre Association (GCA), prominent for its commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly business practices in the…
Franco-British Trade & Investment Awards 2023 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS REMINDER: 10 days to go It’s time to celebrate the best of Franco-British business. The Franco-British…
Brand Licensing Europe attendance up 19 per cent with record retailer and European visitor numbers · All time high retail numbers - 1…
Time to show off the best the South West has to offer! Are you looking for new suppliers and inspiring ideas? If you're involved in food retail, catering, or hospitality, wherever you're based in…
Payment Terms in B2B: The Statistics The statutory payment period for B2B invoices is 30 days. Yet many buyers do not pay on time. In 2022, B2B invoices were paid 21 days late …
Invoice payment is the most popular payment method in B2B trade, but it is a complex process that involves more than just generating an invoice. B2B merchants should understand four compontents…
Private Healthcare Is Peace Of Mind No matter how fit and healthy we are, it is inevitable that at some point in our lives we will fall ill and need medical care. And when illness does strike it …
