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Independent retailers are working hard to keep prices down
Small retailers across the UK are doing everything they can to shield consumers from prices rises, an industry expert has said.
Summer sales fail to help independent retailers
Summer sales have done little to help the UK's independent retailers, a new report has shown.
Retailers resist pressure to go out of business
Fewer retailers have gone bust in the first half of the year, a study has shown.
Wholesaler praises Exeter's transport links
One UK wholesaler has revealed that it is looking to move into the retail sector and added that the south-western city of Exeter is a perfect location for suppliers.
Online system revealed to help local retailers
A new system has been unveiled that is designed to improve the online presence of the UK's independent retailers.
Rural post office alternative does not have the funding to help businesses
Rural small businesses are likely to be most affected by government plans to close 2,500 post offices, a leading pressure group has said
Independent retailers 'set to benefit from online sales boom'
Small retailers and wholesalers are most likely to benefit from the booming online market, a report has suggested.
Suffolk market town to be transformed with high street retail development
Plans to transform a small market town in Suffolk have been unveiled by the local council.
Independent electric retailers struggle as sales slow
Independent retailers bore the brunt of a recent slowdown in the sales of consumer electronics, a report has stated.
Couple reveal joys of independent retailing
The owners of a thriving independent shop in Oxfordshire have revealed the joys of not being part of a major chain.
Retail sales slump after May’s blip
Retail sales in the UK slumped in June after their apparent recovery in the previous month.
Small businesses urged to reduce energy usage
Small businesses have been urged to consider ways they can reduce their energy use, after research showed many companies were continuing to waste money and electricity.
Independent retails prepare for third Vodafone boycott
Independent retailers from across the country are preparing for a third boycott of mobile phone operator Vodafone over its proposed cut in commission payments.
Government plans welcomed by independent retailers
Plans to help protect town centre retailers from new developments have been welcomed by independent businesses in Suffolk and Essex.
Independent booksellers join forces to compete
In a bid to compete with the major national chains and the supermarkets, independent bookshops across the UK are joining forces to approach wholesalers in an attempt negotiate better prices.
Better training for retail workers
The government has revealed that it is setting up a new National Skills Academy for Retail, designed to improve training for people entering the sector.
Large companies 'are taking advantage of small wholesalers'
A new report has suggested that larger companies are taking advantage of small-scale wholesalers and suppliers by not paying on time.
Sheffield authorities donate fake goods to overseas charity
Trading Standards officers from Sheffield are set to donate several tonnes of fake clothing to people living in less economically-developed countries.
Economic downturn prompts calls for business rent change
Small businesses would benefits from a change in the way commercial landlords collect rent, it has been claimed.
Falling sales hit business confidence
Tumbling sales mean that small businesses in the UK are concerned about their future prospects, a new study has indicated.
CCTV 'can help retailers improve sales'
While many retailers understand that CCTV helps them prevent theft, few realise the data from the films can also be used to improve sales, a business expert has said.
Wholesaler uses government system to measure environmental impact
The government is working hard with wholesalers and retailers to try to make sure green goods become the 'norm' in the near future.
Bosses 'don't feel they can take holidays'
New research has shown that the owners of small businesses in the UK are too concerned about the state of the economy to consider taking time off this summer.
Niche service 'helped new business compete with national wholesalers'
The boss of a small business has revealed how cornering a niche market has meant his company has been able to compete with larger wholesalers.
Midland village ditches plastic bags to save environment
Villagers from the Midlands are spearheading a campaign to convince local retailers to ditch plastic bags in a bit to help protect the environment.
Post office closures 'will hurt local retailers'
A leading business pressure group has said that the latest post office closures could have a serious impact on small companies in the UK.
eBay wins US court case over fake jewellery
A court in the US has ruled against jewellery retailer Tiffany & Co in their case seeking damages from online auction site eBay for the sale of fake goods.
Retailers and residents join forces to protest new supermarkets
Retailers and local residents from a town in south-west England have joined forces to try to prevent Tesco from opening two new stores.
Retail sales dip in June
After appearing to recover in May, retail sales slumped again in June, a new report has shown.
Retailer blames supplier after fake goods conviction
A shopkeeper from the north of England has blamed his wholesalers after being fined for selling fake designer clothing and shoes.
Independent retailers boycott Vodafone
Independent retailers from across the UK joined forces on Friday (July 11th) to protest Vodafone's plans to cut margins for mobile phone top-ups later this year.
Small business owners plan to stick with their companies for many years
Many of the bosses of the UK's small businesses plan to stay with their company for a long time, a new report has said
Small businesses 'would have welcomed rate cut'
Some small businesses would have welcomed a cut in interest rates yesterday (July 11th), a leading pressure group has said.
Businesses 'not surprised by rate hold
The Bank of England has decided not to change interest rates this month.
FSB calls for support for local retailers
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has urged the government to continue to look at ways it can support local retailers across the UK.
Small retailers 'increasingly face court over grey market goods'
Small retailers are increasingly finding themselves involved in disputes with larger companies for allegedly selling 'grey market' goods, a legal expert has said.
Around the world in a tea daze
A former Royal Navy officer has managed to secure the future of his small business after negotiating wholesale deals with companies in the UK and Nigeria.
Politicians urged to always consider the smallest businesses
The government and opposition have been urged to always consider the needs of small businesses when planning new legislation.
Government looks to alter planning law to protect small retailers
The government is planning to alter planning laws to protect retailers operating in town centres.
Report warns small businesses fear recession
A new report has warned that many small businesses in the UK are concerned the country is heading for a genuine recession.
Small businesses are 'saving to guard against recession'
Small business owners in the UK are trying to save money to provide funds should their sales drop during the predicted economic slowdown, a report has shown.
UK sites handle £800m worth of fake goods every year
Counterfeit goods worth millions of pounds pass through UK-based websites every year, new data has indicated.
Lack of disposable income 'could affect' retailers
UK-based retailers could soon see their revenues drop as a result of consumers' current level of disposable income.
Yorkshire police link fake goods with illegal drug trade
A crackdown by police and customs officials in Yorkshire has revealed that there is a link between people selling fake goods in the area and those involved in the illegal drugs trade.
Northern Irish retailers pledge to fight Tesco plan
Independent retailers in Ballyclare in Northern Ireland have pledged to fight plans to build a new superstore on the outskirts of the town.
UK business 'understand the importance of a good internet presence'
A new report has highlighted the fact that UK businesses understand the value of having well set up IT and internet systems.
Buggy manufacturers make it hard for retailers to sell online
Some of the largest manufacturers of buggies in the UK are attempting to stop their products being sold via eBay.
British consumers 'happy to buy fake goods'
A report has warned that many British consumers are setting a bad example for their children by knowingly buying fake goods.
Kew retailers stop offering plastic bags
Retailers in Kew have stopped giving plastic bags to their customers.
More retailers 'will go bust this year'
A new report has warned that more businesses than expected will go bust this year and that retailers are likely to be particularly badly hit.
Welsh officials look to educate the public about fake goods
Trading standards officers in Wales have launched a campaign to educate the public about buying fake and stolen goods.
Local organisations try to save Devon post offices
Local authorities and communities have joined forces to try to save ten post offices earmarked for closure in Devon.
UK businesses threatened by rising levels of fraud
New research has suggested that small businesses in the UK are increasingly falling victim to fraud.
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