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According to government estimates the value of retail sales in 2014 are forecast to be at an all-time high for the UK.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Employment Tribunal decision.
Almost half of Britons admit they don’t always shop safely online.
New plans would enable British high streets to adapt to meet the changing needs of today’s modern consumer.
Consumers warned to take extra care when shopping online for Christmas gifts.
Two online gambling firms must now make it easier and fairer for players to withdraw their cash following CMA action.
Estate agents have been hit with unannounced inspections as part of a week-long crackdown on money laundering in the property industry, HMRC has revealed.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
The government is to hand local authorities the power to extend Sunday opening hours.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
Britain’s small businesses will be able to apply for quick and easy-to access loans of up to £50,000 from today – with the cash expected to land within days.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
The CMA has set out proposals to increase price competition between payday lenders and help borrowers get a better deal.
When Norwich-based educational printers Page Bros needed to fund export supplies, UK Export Finance helped its bank ease the cashflow strain.
The international Development Secretary praises the critical role financial markets play in supporting prosperity and growth across the Commonwealth
New figures show that extended Sunday trading hours would benefit the UK economy by an estimated £1.5 billion over 10 years.
Findings from a government survey have found that payday lenders are not fully complying with industry standards brought in last year
We should be seizing every opportunity to make financial inclusion a reality, says Andrea Leadsom.
The government has today launched a consultation on plans to give local areas the power to allow large shops to open for longer on Sundays.
The CMA has found that Mole Valley’s purchase of the retail arm of Countrywide Farmers could push up prices or lower quality in 45 local areas.
Shops in England selling non-essential goods will be able to reopen from Monday 15 June, the Business Secretary confirmed today, thanks to continuing progress in meeting our 5 tests.
New proposals to re-activate empty shops and reclaim underused street space Communities Secretary Eric Pickles today highlighted government…
The Telegraph reports on one British fashion designer’s success in Japan and speaks to UKTI Japan’s senior fashion and retail advisor on how others can follow suit.
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