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National law firm Clarke Willmott is urging retailers to take immediate steps to update employment policies, prepare staffing plans and train managers ahead of new family-friendly and sick leave entitlements coming into effect in April.
The British Book Awards 2026 Independent Bookshop of the Year Award, sponsored by book wholesaler Gardners, celebrates stores that are at the centre of local communities, bringing passion and knowledge to the shop floor.
Employee-owned apprenticeship and training provider HIT Training Ltd has signalled its long-term commitment to UK skills and sector growth by changing its name to The Opportunity Provider Ltd.
Lulu Guinness, the fashion designer; Mary Keen, the garden designer; interior designers Lady Lansdowne, Emily Todhunter, of Todhunter Earle Design and Emma Burns of Colefax and Fowler are just some of the famous names and leading lights from the worlds of fashion and design to be selling treasured items and rare objects at the inaugural St Andrew’s Church Decorators’ Attic Sale and Auction
The opening of a new flagship Marks & Spencer store in Bristol city centre is a clear signal that traditional high street retail remains relevant – and can thrive – alongside online shopping across the UK.
The Booksellers Association has welcomed The Mysterious Bookcase, a new independent bookshop located in the heart of Westbourne Arcade, Bournemouth. The shop will open its doors on Saturday 11th October 2025, coinciding with Bookshop Day, at 6 Westbourne Arcade, in a beautiful Grade II listed building.
Britain’s kitchens have been spoiled for choice for decades but industry experts say there could be a costly price to pay for eating whatever we want, whenever we want it.
A new discount card scheme has been launched to support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families.
One of the region’s biggest private sector employers is holding a Careers Fair offering job seekers the chance to explore over 150 exciting job roles.
A leading law firm is calling on the Chancellor to provide urgent help to the UK’s retailers in her forthcoming autumn statement in order to prevent “a continued surge in redundancies, contract breaches and tribunal claims.”
With another hot, dry summer upon us, Litter Free Dorset is again calling on retailers to take meaningful action for the environment by permanently removing single-use barbecues from their shelves and encouraging customers to enjoy waste-free picnics instead.
Roadchef has announced the launch of its new Farm Shop at Sedgemoor Services Southbound, on the M5.
A pogo stick, a prosecco party game and a pair of skis - there really is something for everyone at Kernow Reuse.
Alembic, a new dining experience at Bristol Airport, will be officially opening on Thursday 3 July in the departure lounge serving light bites and supporting local suppliers.
The recent cyber attack on Marks & Spencer reportedly involving a third-party payroll provider, is a sobering reminder that no retailer is immune to today’s complex digital threats, warns leading national law firm Clarke Willmott.
Collaboration, connection and community are the key components for an optimistic and forward-thinking future in foodservice and hospitality.
