28 September 2026, 23:30
By Furniture News Sept 28, 2026

October's issue: Celebrating legacy

This month’s issue (and accompanying AIS anniversary supplement) puts family succession front and centre. Dominic and Freya Reynolds discuss the highs and lows of working together as the former’s retirement nears, while Lavinia Watts recounts the growth of Lenleys as it reaches its 90th anniversary.

Our feedback panel share their own handover plans (or lack thereof), Think Rugs reflects on the growth of the family business, and Furniture To Go’s Paul Sheldon shares his views.

Neville Johnson’s Cari Bateman weighs up the benefits of fitted furniture, Snap Finance UK outlines its successful partnership with Simba Sleep, and a wealth of industry experts share their views on everything from Halloween sales, to why being busy is not necessarily profitable. 

Read October's issue here.


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