Independent Retailer

What will Brexit mean for the pet industry?

Contradictory claims and political turmoil. There’s no doubt that the recent EU Referendum left much of the UK scratching their heads and…

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Skinner’s launches Puppy and Junior Products

Family-owned and run company, Skinner’s Petfoods, has added two new hypoallergenic products to its Field & Trial Range. Puppy Duck…

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Nominations open for Pet Industry Federation Awards

Nominations for the 2016 Pet Industry Federation Awards are now open.  Entry into the awards is free. Businesses need to…

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bira director leaves association

Michael Weedon, deputy CEO and communications director of the British Independent Retailers Association is leaving bira at the end of…

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Company Profile: Hollings

Family-run company Hollings talked to us about its booming business and plans for the future. Hollings is a business that has…

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Independent retailers still undecided on Brexit/Bremain

More than a quarter of retailers haven’t yet made up their minds whether to vote to Brexit or to Bremain, according…

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Obesity Crisis: Are UK pets getting fatter?

Obesity has become a risk to the UK’s pets. Extra weight means our furry companions are more likely to suffer from…

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Forthglade reveals new rebrand

In March 2016, Forthglade unveiled a full product rebrand across its range of pet foods for cats and dogs. The…

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BIRA welcomes key budget announcements

The British Independent Retailers Association (bira), which has been campaigning on the rates issue since 2011, welcomed key announcements in…

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Sunday trading law proposals defeated

Following the failure of the government’s proposals for Sunday trading hours to be relaxed, experts feel it is now time…

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