As the UK gets set to celebrate bonfire night there have been a series of reminders to firework retailers to abide by existing legislation on their sale and storage.

The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has put forward recommendations that shop owners operate a strict ‘No ID No Sale’ policy to run alongside other stringent laws designed to ensure public safety at this time of year. read more...

As Halloween fast approaches, party organisers across the globe are preparing for another year of haunted hi-jinks.

Displaysense has seen a noticeable increase in fabric steamer demand from costume shops getting ready to maximise the seasonal potential of the parties and trick-or-treating culture that dominates late October. read more...

St David’s Shopping Centre has seen over 75 million visitors pass through its doors in the past 24 months.

The Cardiff retail hub has reported an 8% increase in shoppers in its second year of operation. read more...

The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery in Stoke-on-Trent has announced that they will be able to stage their “largest ever” exhibition of the Staffordshire Hoard.

Display cabinets will be able to showcase the impressive Anglo-Saxon treasures after the heritage lottery fund awarded the museum and gallery a £40,000 grant. read more...

As the nights draw in and the cold weather starts to bite, many retailers are scrambling to stock their stores with the correct display accessories for their winter clothing lines.

Displaysense has reported a large rise in the demand of wooden clothes hangers that can comfortably support the weight of heavier clothing such as winter coats. read more...

It may be too early to change your window display to a festive theme, but it’s not too early to start planning it. The Festive sales periods can be one of the key revenue generators for most retailers, so getting your shop window display right and ensuring customers know what you are selling is key to beating your competition.

Tip 1. Plan Early – If you start planning your Christmas shop window display now then you will be able to ensure your display gets noticed by passing customers. read more...

The upcoming London Toy Fair 2012 has surpassed expectations and sold out in record breaking time.

Literature stands and brochure holders will be well stocked in preparation for to meet the increased demand in the toy industry. read more...