Hertfordshire upholsterer Wendy Shorter-Blake has been awarded an MBE for services to upholstery, in recognition of her craftsmanship and work…
The National Bed Federation (NBF) and circular economy expert Zero Waste Scotland have announced a three-year research partnership which aims to…
Full-price sales at Next through the 2019 Christmas trading period (27th October to 28th December) were up +5.2%, +1.1% (£9m) ahead of…
Shop prices fell by -0.4% in December (compared to -0.5% in November), according to the latest findings by BRC-Nielsen. This was below the…
Retail intelligence specialist Springboard saw shop footfall drop by an average of -4% over the post-Christmas shopping period (26th December to…
The dates for the 2020 BFM Fabric Show London have been changed for a second time. The show will now take place on Wednesday 19th and Thursday…
Leekes Retail and Leisure Group, which comprises Leekes home department stores, Park Furnishers Bristol (acquired in 2016), the Vale Resort at…
The National Bed Federation (NBF), which represents the interests of the UK bed industry, has unveiled a new look and vision for the new…
Leeds-based Harrison Spinks is eligible to be classed as Carbon Neutral +, a new classification for businesses that go above and beyond full…
Bensons for Beds has announced a new partnership with sleep scientist Dr Sophie Bostock. As the retailer’s official sleep expert, Sophie will…
GfK’s Consumer Confidence Index has recorded a sharp increase in optimism for the economy over the coming year, with the overall index…
New figures from the British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) reveal the impact of Brexit on pay across the industry. A total of 56% of respondents…
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