Personalisation is the only thing that can save retail post Covid, says jeweller Roseanna Croft
Independent jeweller Roseanna Croft believes that personalisation and made-to-order products can save the broken retail sector post-Covid.
Are local shops the real winners on the high street after the Coronavirus pandemic?
Retail sales declined by a dramatic 18.1% in April, delivering another worrying blow to the already struggling high street. As the high street gears to open up on 4 July, what does this mean for independent retailers?
UK spending to top £1.6bn this Mother’s Day
UK Mother’s Day spend is expected to rise 0.8% to £1.6bn this year. Last year’s transaction data reveals trends independent retailers should note.
Christmas miracle? This tech company helps independent retailers grow
A growing tech company offers an online marketplace for independent retailers to sell their goods. Will businesses like this save them from extinction?
Sales tumble for independent retailers over Royal Wedding weekend
Independent UK retailers experienced a surprising 8% sales drop on average over the Royal Wedding weekend, as consumers abandoned high streets up and down the country in favour of watching the televised nuptials.
Customer convenience sees fine food and drink retailer win big with late openings
American Express Shop Small is an initiative shining a spotlight on shopkeepers across the nation – the campaign ran between 4 and 20 December and Ludovic Piot of Epicerie Ludo joined the cast of business owners involved in the initiative.
Topshop-Topman launches pop-up area for indie brands with Appear Here
Fashion giant Topshop-Topman has partnered with pop-up retail space provider Appear Here to welcome rising designers and independent brands with an opportunity to get in front of its 400,000 weekly customers at the flagship store on Oxford Street.
Indie retailer network StreetHub rebrands with £1.7m from Secret Escapes and ASOS investors
StreetHub, a UK-founded network for independent retailers, has secured a £1.7m investment from Octopus, Index and angel investors, which has allowed the business to embark on a rebrand under the new guise of Trouva.
Chuka Umunna exclusive: Small Business Saturday is crucial for the success of firms big and little
The shadow business secretary spoke to Real Business at the launch of Small Business Saturday 2015, providing details on his ambitious aims for the annual day and why the event is instrumental in helping companies of all sizes prosper.
Amazon will “definitely” hold another Prime Day as independent retailers benefit
The initial response to Amazon's new Prime Day offering a range of deals for its Prime subscribers was lukewarm, but the site announced shoppers bought 398 items every second and a follow-up day would be on the agenda.
Top tips for keeping the future of independent retailers bright
Divisional director of retail at i2i Events Group, Louise Young, explores how independent retailers can set their stalls out effectively, and provides advice on things to consider at an early stage.
AMBAM: The London-centric social network connecting small local brands to consumers
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr – there certainly isn't a shortage of social networks to choose from. However, London-centric AMBAM is trying to fill a void in the UK capital by targeting consumers and connecting them directly to small independent businesses operating in food, fashion, music and more.