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Bryan Clover, ceo of the Rainy Day Trust, has suggested that remote workers can donate one day of their saved commuting costs to the industry charity. He said: “If you are following government advice and working from home, then you will be saving fuel costs. Please donate your saving of …

The British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA) has postponed its annual DIY and garden industry consumer promotion National Home Improvement Month until later in the year in the light of the Covid-19 crisis. BHETA chief operating officer Will Jones said: “While BHETA is pleased to see the Government acknowledge home …

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has announced that it is ‘continuing in its efforts to get the best deal for its members’ during the coronavirus crisis. Bira has already lobbied for extra support for independent retailers following the outbreak of Covid-19. However, the trade body’s ceo Andrew Goodacre said …

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has launched a dedicated coronavirus hub to guide its members and the wider retail community through the crisis. The online resource, accessible through the Bira website, is a one-stop shop featuring information and advice. It is being updated every day, throughout the day. Information …

  Housewares supplier Tramontina won the Best Display Stand award at Home Hardware’s Spring Trade Show, held on March 10 at the Westpoint Arena in Exeter. Tramontina’s managing director Alexandre Frubel and sales manager Bruno Bortollini were rewarded with a cash prize of £100, a certificate and a glass trophy. …

In response to extensive pressure from BRC (British Retail Consortium) and widespread consumer demand, the contactless limit for in-store card transactions will increase from £30 to £45. This move is being introduced in response to the coronavirus epidemic, to reduce the need for physical contact with PIN-Entry Devices (PEDs) at …

In light of the rapidly changing developments regarding COVID-19, homeware chain Dunelm has issued the following update (which will replace its third quarter trading statement): ‘We have been working closely with our colleagues to assess the risks that they and our customers were facing from the COVID-19 outbreak across our …

A successful draw which took place at Home Hardware Southwest’s Spring Trade Show, held on March 10 at Westpoint Arena in Exeter, raised £400 to be split equally between Cancer Research and the Rainy Day Trust. Home Hardware Southwest said it would like to thank ‘all Home Hardware members, suppliers …

Waitrose has today (Tuesday March 24) backed the Government’s plea for social distancing by announcing a set of new measures to help its customers shop safely and to protect its staff. The new measures include: – Supermarkets and convenience shops (excluding Welcome Break and Shell shops) will limit the number …

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) is calling for immediate access to financial support for independent retailers affected by the Government-imposed lockdown of the country. At 8.30pm this evening (Monday March 23) Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a UK-wide lockdown including the closure of all ‘non-essential’ shops in a bid …