GA News
GIFT OF THE YEAR 2025 EXTENSION
The countdown continues, but there is good news for those who thought they missed their chance! The deadline to enter the Gift of the Year Awards 2025 has been extended to Monday 9th December 2024…
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Trade Shows
SPRING FAIR SHINES A SPOTLIGHT ON THE BEST BELLWETHERS
SPRING FAIR SHINES A SPOTLIGHT ON THE BEST BELLWETHERS Spring Fair, the UK’s leading Home, Gift, and Fashion trade show taking place from 2nd – 5th February 2025 at NEC Birmingham, has…
GA News
Our latest shipping and containers report, in partnership with Drewry:
Our latest shipping and containers report, in partnership with Drewry: A surprising twist in the global container market saga? Drewry’s November update reveals unexpected developments…
Member News
BillyChip® Reveals Christmas Fundraising Project with Graffiti Artist Inkie Limited Edition ‘Soap with Hope&rsquo…
BillyChip® Reveals Christmas Fundraising Project with Graffiti Artist InkieLimited Edition ‘Soap with Hope’ Commissioned by The Somerset Toiletry Company Inkie (centre) with Jack …
Trade Shows
SPRING FAIR TO EXPAND FASHION SECTOR WITH ADDITION OF PURE
SPRING FAIR TO EXPAND FASHION SECTOR WITH ADDITION OF PURE Hyve Group, a global leader in events and exhibitions, today announced an exciting expansion of Spring Fair, with the addition of Pure from…
Trade Shows
SOURCE LAUNCHES ‘FROM THE SOURCE’
SOURCE LAUNCHES ‘FROM THE SOURCE’ Source, Europe’s leading responsible sourcing shows for fashion, home, gift, and garden, has launched a new series of newsletters as part…
Government
UPDATES: Announcements and calls for evidence; IP; Goods movement; Trade and export support; sanctions; HMRC updates; OPSS…
Announcements and Calls for Evidence: Smarter regulation: UK product safety review We’re inviting views on the long-term approach to product safety, and how to ensure that the regulatory…
Trade Shows
SPRING FAIR 2025 LAUNCHES THE LICENSING LAB IN PARTNERSHIP WITH FABACUS AND LICENSING INTERNATIONAL
SPRING FAIR 2025 LAUNCHES THE LICENSING LAB IN PARTNERSHIP WITH FABACUS AND LICENSING INTERNATIONAL Spring Fair, the UK’s leading home, gift, and fashion trade show, proudly announces the launch…
GA News
Last Chance to Secure Tickets to The Benevolent Society Ball
Last Chance to Secure Tickets to The Benevolent Society Ball The Benevolent Society, the charitable arm of the British Allied Trades Federation (BATF), will celebrate its 100th anniversary…
Member News
The Eden Collections to Showcase at Spring Fair 2025’s Theo Paphitis Small Business Village
The Eden Collections to Showcase at Spring Fair 2025’s Theo Paphitis Small Business Village Birmingham, 2nd-5th February 2025 – The Eden Collections, a British wellness and lifestyle …
Awards
Gift of the Year - One Month To Go
Gift of the Year - One Month To Go The Gift of the Year awards are the most highly respected industry accolades, aimed at recognising the best new products, talent, and brands in our industry. The…
Trade Shows
WIN A 2-NIGHT STAY AT SPRING FAIR!
WIN A 2-NIGHT STAY AT SPRING FAIR! Spring Fair, the UK’s leading Home, Gift, and Fashion retail trade show taking place from 2nd – 5th February 2025 at NEC Birmingham, has launched…
GA News
Women in Gifts - November 22
As the year draws to a close, join us for The GA’s Women in Gifts Christmas Social on Friday 22nd November 2024, where we celebrate the remarkable achievements of women in the gift industry…
Member News
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
Celebrating 60 years of Giving & Living
Celebrating 60 years of Giving & Living As we head towards this milestone 60th anniversary for Giving & Living on 12- 14 January 2025, at Westpoint, Exeter, we catch up with some of our long…
Trade Shows
SPRING FAIR ANNOUNCES ITS 75th ANNIVERSARY EDITION IS ALMOST SOLD OUT
SPRING FAIR ANNOUNCES ITS 75th ANNIVERSARY EDITION IS ALMOST SOLD OUT Registration is live for the UK’s leading Home, Gift, and Fashion trade show, Spring Fair, which is on track to …
Trade Shows
SPRING FAIR INVITES YOU TO SHARE YOUR STORIES
SPRING FAIR INVITES YOU TO SHARE YOUR STORIES Spring Fair, the UK’s largest home, gift, fashion trade show which celebrates its 75th anniversary on the 2nd – 5th February 2025 …
GA News
We’re celebrating The Benevolent Society’s 100th anniversary in 2024 and would love for you to join in with …
We’re celebrating The Benevolent Society’s 100th anniversary in 2024 and would love for you to join in with our celebrations! Final tickets remaining for our Christmas Ball at the Grand…
Government
GOVERNMENT - Employment Rights Bill Impact Assessment
Employment Rights Bill Impact Assessment The Government has published a comprehensive package of analysis on the impact of the Employment Rights Bill. This is based on the best available evidence…
Trade Shows
STRONG SUMMER SALES IN SCOTLAND INDICATES POSITIVE INDEPENDENT RETAIL FORECAST
STRONG SUMMER SALES IN SCOTLAND INDICATES POSITIVE INDEPENDENT RETAIL FORECAST Independent retailers across Scotland are generally reporting solid sales for 2024 following a summer of plentiful visitors…
STRONG SUMMER SALES IN SCOTLAND INDICATES POSITIVE INDEPENDENT RETAIL FORECAST
STRONG SUMMER SALES IN SCOTLAND INDICATES POSITIVE INDEPENDENT RETAIL FORECAST Independent retailers across Scotland are generally reporting solid sales for 2024 following a summer of plentiful visitors…
Trade Shows
SPRING FAIR LAUNCHES 75TH ANNIVERSARY ‘RETAIL INSIGHTS’ PODCAST SERIES WITH JEFF BANKS CBE
SPRING FAIR LAUNCHES 75TH ANNIVERSARY ‘RETAIL INSIGHTS’ PODCAST SERIES WITH JEFF BANKS CBE Sign up to receive the Retail Insights Podcast at Inside Retail | Articles, Videos & On …
GA News
OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE: Diwali Gift Guide Blog on Retail Huddle
OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE: Diwali Gift Guide Blog on Retail Huddle Retail Huddle are putting together a blog focused on the increasing presence of cultural products in mainstream retailers and the…
Member 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…