City of York Council is reminding local food businesses that they need to act in line with new rules that came into play this month which affect the way they provide allergen information. From 13 December 2014 all food businesses have to verbally explain or signpost allergenic information for the food they sell or provide.…

On 1st – 2nd March, Olympia will host the Spring edition of the Off-Price Show. The event is known for showcasing the best deals in the fashion wholesale market. Visitors to the event are trade buyers of all size who come to order ladies’, men’s and children’s fashion, accessories and footwear. Subjects relevant to all…

In a video released this month, traders at Manchester Christmas Markets have shared some key business lessons for trading in a competitive marketplace. Generating £2m in income for the local economy last year, the much-loved German Markets offer great potential to the small businesses that trade there. But with over 300 stalls packed into the…

Ashley always looked forward to the holiday season. All of it. Some might people argue the build up to Christmas is the best bit; the anticipation and expectation is usually better than a day of being uncomfortable from overeating, having a slight cold or are having to put up with a mildly irritating relative who…

When Journalist and Broadcaster Alistair Cooke joined the New York Times he was puzzled by a large sign – KISS – hanging on the wall of the newsroom. His editor explained: ‘Keep It Simple, Stupid. Your readers have 10 minutes on the subway to read and understand your article. Then tomorrow it’s at the bottom…

I hope that you all had a Merry Christmas and here’s to a happy and prosperous New Year! Market trading is always tough in January especially when the weather is like this, although rather than wish the month away I always try to use my time creatively and try and set a few goals for…

I cannot believe another year has passed. Perhaps it is a sign of increasing age but I swear this is one of the quickest twelve months I have experienced. The twelve months was put into a poignant context just before Christmas when I was asked, on behalf of the London Food Board, to present an…

Collecting market rents can sometimes be a thankless task due to security issues, writing out receipts and general accounting problems. Birmingham City Council markets department, who have been using the KPR Midlink MACCS system since Friday 5th December 2014 to tighten up audit procedures, has decided to amalgamate trader’s rents across the daily toll markets,…

Show organiser to celebrate the Power 30, Best Independent Retail Buyer or Team and Best Multiple or Department Store Team The organiser of Spring Fair, i2i Events Group, is pleased to announce that the Buyers Power List Awards will make its debut at the Spring Fair 2015 event. The awards are designed to recognise influential…

Thousands of happy shoppers enjoyed a dusting of Christmas cheer at Harborough Market’s late night Christmas Market on Friday 5th December. Harborough’s late night Christmas Fayre saw crowds flock in to the town centre for an evening of shopping, good food and entertainment. Almost 13,000 shoppers visited the market, which is operated by Market Place…