Bracelets Together initiative launched

Alison Hargreaves has announced the launch of a new non-profit range of bracelets to raise £25,000 for NHS Charities Together. The Midhaven co-director Midhaven launched the Bracelets Together initiative to enable funds to be raised for the Covid-19 Urgent Appeal campaign, and more than £2,000 has already been raised in…

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Consumer confidence drops further in May

GfK’s long-running Consumer Confidence Index has decreased by one point to -34 for May, as the Covid-19 pandemic continues. The measure for the general economic situation of the country during the last 12 months has dropped seven points to -55, 25 points lower than in May 2019. Additionally, expectations for…

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Retail sees record slump in April

Retail sales slumped by a record 18.1% in April, according to the latest data from the Office of National Statistics (ONS).  This marked the worst decline since ONS records began in 1988, and closely follows the “strong” monthly decline of 5.2% that was recorded in March. All sectors across retail…

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HS Walsh provides NAJ Members with cleaning supply offer

Equipment supplier HS Walsh is providing members of the National Association of Jeweller’s (NAJ) with discounted cleaning solutions in light of the ongoing pandemic. The offer includes a discount on chemicals and machinery needed to allow for a safe reopening of the jewellery retail sector after lockdown has eased. The…

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BAJ launches interactive online training

The British Academy of Jewellery (BAJ) has announced the launch of its first interactive online training courses, in line with its commitment to provide high-level technical training for jewellers.  The association said the new online course portfolio also reflects its commitment to “responding to the evolving needs” of the industry,…

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Christie’s launches online selling exhibition

Christie’s has announced the launch of an online selling exhibition of jewellery in partnership with Didier Ltd, a London-based gallery that specialises in twentieth-century artist-designed jewellery. The Art to Wear exhibition will feature “miniature artistic expressions” by leading 20th Century artists.  The featured works from Salvador Dalí, Claude Lalanne, Georges…

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The Goldsmiths Company appoints Richard Fox as prime warden

The Goldsmiths Company has announced the appointment of Richard Fox, managing director of Fox Silver, as prime warden. Fox is the 693rd prime warden of the Goldsmiths’ Company – a new prime warden is elected every year. He is the first prime warden in the Company’s history to take office…

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Astrid & Miyu founder launches business accelerator programme 

The owner of Astrid and Miyu has announced the launch of a new mentoring programme for small businesses looking to establish retail start-ups in the UK.   Three independent businesses, including alcohol brand Collagin, accessory brand Sun and Day and handbag brand AMZA have now been chosen for a three-month Business…

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Fieldings Auctioneers launches online auction

Fieldings Auctioneers has announced the launch of its first online-only auction following a nationwide lockdown in light of coronavirus.  Following a “strong demand” from clients and a review of its working practise, the group said it has taken steps to adapt its services and auctions will now resume online on…

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Chisholm Hunter launches campaign to support Mental Health Awareness Week

Jewellery retailer Chisholm Hunter has launched a social media campaign to support Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May). In an Instagram post, the retailer revealed it will be sharing positive posts to help its followers who may be suffering from mental health conditions during the Covid-19 pandemic. The post said:…

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