Trade association speaks out for independent retailers on business rates

Unwrap the December issue of Progressive Greetings

Mantons’ Chris Beards applauds the House of Commons launch on 11 September

Geoffrey Clifton Brown MP “extremely impressed and encouraged by bira’s proposal.”

Trade association highlights importance of supporting local retailers

Greeting Card Association joins forces with other bodies in collective rally call

GCA’s ceo Amanda Fergusson speaks out at the IRC’s high profile meeting

Cardies, Mooch and Cards & Gifts share their respective festive trading experiences

Indie card retailer tells BBC News why the rates issue is crucial