Retail Business News - Clifton Trade Bathrooms currently has 26 depots across the north of England supporting local independent traders and their businesses. Bespoke co-founder and CEO Steve Brennan said Clifton Trade Bathrooms has an incredibly loyal customer base amongst tradespeople in the north of England. Face-to-face working has always been very much the norm in the trade world.

Retail Business News - An online retailer of baby products and accessories which has seen sales soar during the pandemic is on track to post record revenues of 40m for 2021. Online4baby, which has its headquarters in Greater Manchester, has grown turnover from 14m in 2019 and 31.

Retail Business News - While Plumbs has built a reputation over 60 years for sofa cover and reupholstery products sold through home visits by interior consultants, Fable amp Plumb has been designed to be an entirely digital experience. Its range of solid wood sofas and chairs, hand-made in the UK, come in a range of 18 frames that can be styled individually by customers on the fully interactive website.

Retail Business News - The first fast track articulated lorry drivers have taken their tests in the UK. Among them is Gareth Linaker, aged 34, from Banks near Southport. Gareth took his test at Kirkham DVSA driving test centre after five days of intensive training. Driver shortages in the UK have threated to disrupt Christmas.

Retail Business News - A supplier of car, leisure and garden accessories is motoring towards record annual revenues as it celebrates its 35th anniversary. The Ace Supply Company, which trades as Streetwize Accessories, has seen double-digit sales growth as the pandemic drives greater demand for its product range.

Retail Business News - LSH Auto has announced the appointment of Tracy Ellam as Operations Director. Most recently Tracy was Commercial Director of business intelligence and technology specialist Mazepoint Ltd. Before her move in 2017, she was Regional Director UKI and Southern Europe of ASE plc, managing 24 automotive brands and the market offices in Spain, Portugal, France and Italy.

Retail Business News - Liverpool is where it all began for Lucy Jones Lingerie. Soon after graduating from the City s University, Lucy launched her fledgling business from a studio in Victoria Street in 1980. Very soon her lingerie was being stocked by all the best department stores in London and boutiques across the UK.

Retail Business News - The leading commercial landlords today confirmed that 54,526 sq. ft. had been let in the first half of 2021 in a strong show of retail confidence on the Park, aimed at serving a fast-returning consumer looking for great shopping and leisure experiences.

Retail Business News - The popularity of pop-up shops Pop-up shops brought 2.3 billion to the UK economy annually prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. We could see this rise again with most restrictions eased.

Retail Business News - At Mercedes-Benz of Stockport, customers enjoyed a tropical theme to hold onto the summer vibe with the showroom dressed, mocktails, a DJ, disco lights, tiki bar and competitions. The lower ground floor was turned in to a huge handover bay with a full row of cars waiting to be collected by excited customers.

Retail Business News - Manchester-based tile retailer Porcelain Superstore has recorded a seventh consecutive year of growth, after seeing more than a 100 increase in year-on-year turnover. Sales at the family-run business topped 13.5m during their financial year, which ran from September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021.

Retail Business News - Online fishmonger, Seafresh, has expanded into new premises at Moss Industrial Estate in Leigh after a year of phenomenal growth. The national retailer, which specialises in sourcing the highest quality air blasted frozen fish and seafood, has moved into a new 2,146 sq. ft. unit, double the size of its previous one.

Retail Business News - Founded in 2018 by brothers Chris and Greg Dalziel alongside Glen Page, Perfume Direct specialises in selling branded fragrances and gift sets with an expanding range of beauty, skin and haircare products.

Retail Business News - FURNITURE and interiors business Arighi Bianchi has announced Sarah Bianchi as its new Managing Director, as the Cheshire-based retailer embarks on an ambitious phase of growth to cement itself as a national brand, challenging online furniture store stalwarts such as John Lewis, Made.com and Next.

Retail Business News - Let s take a closer look at the trends that are set to transform the way we shop for clothes and accessories over the coming years. Try-on tech As virtual reality VR and augmented reality AR technology continue to develop, our online shopping experiences are set to improve.

Retail Business News - The independently owned business based in Northwich, Cheshire has already driven a 50 rise in turnover during its latest financial year by shifting its strategy to focus on online sales and scaling up its innovative motor retail marketplace that is based on collaboration not competition with other UK used car dealers.

Retail Business News - Spectator style While there is no designated dress code for spectators at Wimbledon, watchers of the tournament still contribute to the growing culture of fashion at the games. Everyone enjoys the tournament, so you ll find a range of spectators across British society attending the tournament. General spectators can dress casually.

Retail Business News - Martin Morgan, parts advisor at Bristol Street Motors Ford Bolton, has been recognised for making a significant contribution to the performance of his department. He received the Vertu Masters Parts Colleague of the Year after being nominated by CMA general manager Lee Swindells.

Retail Business News - A shop owner who is a leading voice for independent retailers has won a top accolade in an awards scheme backed by main sponsor Bromleys Solicitors, based in Tameside, Greater Manchester.

Retail Business News - Oven valeting firm, Ovenu Warrington, has received a prestigious diamond award in recognition of its outstanding customer service. Husband-and-wife team Paul and Andrea Clark, who run the business, were rewarded for their dedication during the inaugural awards presented by online reviews platform Trustist.