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Dec- 2019 -5 December
Outstanding business rates challenges increase by 35%
The number of businesses waiting for challenges over soaring business rates to be resolved has jumped by more than a third in just three months, according to new figures issued by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). The figures revealed the number of outstanding challenges has increased by 35% fuelling concerns…
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2 December
New ‘Jeweller in Residence’ for Birmingham museum
The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter has announced the appointment of Vanessa Miller as its second ever ‘Jeweller in Residence’. Miller will work for the museum over the next year, creating an exclusive collection as part of a project to promote local designers through a partnership with the Birmingham City…
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Nov- 2019 -29 November
Tudor boutique launches in London
The Watches of Switzerland has partnered with Tudor watches to launch a Tudor mono-brand boutique in London. It is the first mono-brand boutique to be launched outside of Asia and the Middle East, and will be sited in the Westfield Shopping centre in Shepherd’s Bush, London. The boutique will feature…
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28 November
Bybiehl expands presence in UK market
Jewellery maker Bybiehl has announced its plans for growth among the UK market. Since launching in the UK last year, the group has announced plans to focus on its brand awareness and sales in the country. The Scandinavian brand said that UK expansion was an “important piece in the puzzle…
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26 November
Lola Rose announces collaboration with Prue Leith
Lola Rose has announced the launch of a new collection in collaboration with Prue Leith CBE. The businesswoman, TV Presenter and novelist worked closely with Nikki Gewirtz MBE, founder of the brand, to create the “vibrant” ‘Prue X Lola Rose’ collection. The collection will draw on their “shared passion for…
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25 November
Serena Williams launches jewellery collection
Tennis champion Serena Williams has announced the launch of her first ever jewellery collection. The collection will feature pieces designed by Williams, who collaborated with diamond manufacturer K.P. Sanghvi. Ethically-sourced diamonds and 14k gold are used in the designs. The 70-piece collection features necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings, and prices…
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25 November
Louis Vuitton buys Tiffany for $16bn
Louis Vuitton (LVMH) has announced a “definitive” agreement with Tiffany and Co., whereby it will acquire the luxury jewellers for $16bn (£12.5bn), or $135 (£105) per share in cash. This is higher than the original offer, which proposed that each share was bought for $120 (£93), valuing Tiffany’s overall business…
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21 November
Scot Walker becomes sole owner of Parify Group
Scot Walker, founder of Parify Group Ltd, has revealed he has become the sole owner of the business after buying the outstanding shares from co-director Andy Twigg. Walker is said to have set the goal of growing within the jewellery sector within the UK and Europe in 2020. The company…
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21 November
Shakti Ellenwood opens first studio-store
Ethical jewellery designer Shakti Ellenwood has announced the launch of her first ever studio-store, set to open in Devon next week. The store, set in the village of Ashburton, follows the “cult” online success that her jewellery has garnered since she first launched her designs in 2000. Ellenwood is known…
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20 November
Seekd and Goldsmiths’ Centre announce Christmas pop-up
Seekd has announced the launch of a new pop-up store in partnership with the Goldsmiths’ Centre. The Christmas pop-up will showcase the work of 12 independent jewellers, each one “carefully selected” by Seekd. Traders will include Corrine Hamak, Elsa Tierney, Fraser Hamilton, Ellis Mhairi Cameron, Joy BC, Untold Jewellery, Natalie…
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