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25 Oct 2024

ACT members were in attendance at the hugely successful Bira Conference in London last week, featuring an inspiring line-up of speakers providing valuable insights from independent retail...

24 Oct 2024

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22 Oct 2024

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15 Oct 2024

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11 Oct 2024

ACT parent company Bira has responded to the BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor for September 2024

10 Oct 2024

Cycle to Work scheme provider Gogeta has reported a significant increase in the number of employers signing up to its scheme.

9 Oct 2024

A UK cycling charity focused on recycling unused bikes and providing them to disadvantaged people has set up a fundraiser to help tackle significant increases in its costs.

9 Oct 2024

Long-standing independent bike shop Cyclesense has revealed a complete rebrand as it seeks to reflect its evolution from a local shop to a nationally recognised cycling retailer.

3 Oct 2024

The Federation of Small Businesses has launched a new initiative, which it says aims to transform high streets across the UK, by advancing economic, social, and cultural benefits, while also...

3 Oct 2024

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Bira Conference a huge success with ACT members in attendance

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ACT members were in attendance at the hugely successful Bira Conference in London last week, featuring an inspiring line-up of speakers providing valuable insights from independent retail experts.

Gareth Thomas MP

The conference featured an impressive line-up of speakers, including renowned British designer Wayne Hemingway MBE, who offered valuable insights on sustainable retail practices and place development. Jonathan Sunburk from Google discussed how AI can help smaller retailers compete more effectively, while Victoria Robertshaw, owner of Green Street, shared practical strategies for integrating sustainability into retail operations.

Attendees of the conference also welcomed MP Gareth Thomas, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Services, Small Businesses, and Exports at the Department for Business and Trade. He actively engaged with the audience, providing insights and answering questions from attendees.

The ACT thank all members that were a part of the fantastic event and look forward to seeing members again at future events and conferences!

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