CMA approves merger of Co-op Group and Southern Co-op
Both societies continued trading independently during the investigation
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Six retailers feature in National Lottery campaign
Allwyn has also sent letters to more than 22,000 independent retailers thanking them for their contribution
Budget: The key measures affecting independent retailers
Measures unveiled include minimum wage increases, changes to business rates, new online VAT rules and an extension of the 5p fuel duty cut
Autumn Budget 2026: Live updates
The Budget includes a number of tax rises and spending cuts that will impact independent retailers
Wolf & Badger co-founder: shoppers “want each purchase to count, that plays to our strengths”
At the first RG Excellence Awards, marketplace for independent, ethical and unique brands Wolf & Badger took home the trophy for Fashion Retailer of the Year. Wolf & Badger…
MediaMarkt takes on franchise rivals with new partner model
MediaMarkt plans to expand its store network with independent business owners. The electronics chain is launching a new partnership model in which local retailers will operate the…
Independent retailers raise £10bn for Lottery Good Causes
Independent retailers across the UK have raised more than £10bn for National Lottery Good Causes through ticket and Scratchcard sales, since the lottery launched in 1994. New…
JD Sports senior independent director to step down
Kath Smith served as interim CEO between May and September 2022
JD Sports senior director Kath Smith to step down after seven years
JD Sports senior independent director Kath Smith is set to leave its board in January after more than seven years, prompting a search for her successor. Smith, who joined the…
Poundland appoints three directors as sale talks reach critical stage
Poundland’s owners have appointed three independent directors to the discount chain’s board as rescue talks intensify, with administration still a possibility. Majority owner…
Independent retailers raise £10bn for Lottery Good Causes
More than 680,000 projects have received National Lottery funding since its launch in 1994
Independent convenience sales grow faster than most supermarkets
The figures mark a significant turnaround following months of declining sales earlier this year