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Nominations for high street shop of the year award surge to record levels
Nominations for an award set to crown the nation's high street shop of the year have hit record levels, with just a week left before entries close.
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Government issues temporary ban on disposable barbecues with guidance issued to retailers amid UK wildfires
The government has issued a temporary ban on the sale of disposable barbecues amid ongoing heatwave and drought conditions.
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Independent retailers urged to push for fair rates reform as podcast reveals £6.5 billion funding plan
Bira has said it is going to be urging the new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, to deliver full business rates reform for the whole high street, not just a 20% discount for pubs, clubs and live music venues.
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Autumn Budget 2026 | Bira CEO, Andrew Goodacre updates
With high streets back in the national spotlight, Bira is urging independent retailers to share their views ahead of this year's Autumn Budget consultation.