Too hot to shop: heat wave puts the brakes on summer sales in Belgium
The Belgian fashion retail sector ended the summer sales with a modest decline in sales: independent fashion retailers sold, on average, nearly 1% less than last year, according…
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Ashton Market Square in Ashton-under-Lyne has secured deals with eight independent food, drink and retail operators
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Shoplifting falls 4% but retail crime remains under-reported, BIRA warns
Shoplifting dropped to 507,086 offences in the year to March 2026, but independent retailers say theft remains widespread
Two Scottish independent sites switch to JET
Drum of Wartle Filling Station near Inverurie and Craigellachie Filling Station in Moray have both switched to the brand
Tesco acquires three shops from Proudfoot Group
Tesco has reportedly bought three shops from family run independent supermarket chain Proudfoot Group.
Symbol and independents see spend fall 4.5%
The decline came as total grocery sales rose 2.5%, while grocery inflation slowed to 2.6% in the four weeks to 12 July 2026
Politicians praise Glasgow retailer support for independent shop owners
The early day motion highlights Nathalie Fullerton's dedication to the convenience industry's biggest trade groups
EXCLUSIVE: Self Servex machines helping stores make thousands from unused outdoor space
Retailers receive either a share of sales or annual rent payments, depending on the unit
TikTok helps drive shoppers back to the high street, boosting sales for local businesses
4.3 million people have visited an independent shop in their local area after discovering it on TikTok The post TikTok helps drive shoppers back to the high street, boosting sales…
Parfetts opens 25th UK Shop & Go store in Corby
The eight-pump site was previously a Shell forecourt and is now run by independent operator Stuart Riding
Illegal tobacco found in one in four Liverpool shops
The operation involved 72 independent tobacco shops and was carried out on 30 January and 3 February 2026
Retail And Hospitality Seek Clarity On PPWR ‘Manufacturer’ Definition
HOTREC, Independent Retail Europe and Euro Coop have urged the European Commission for clarification on PPWR definitions.