Boris Johnson
Boris Johnson, as a former UK Prime Minister, introduced key trade and economic policies that affected the jewellery industry. His leadership during Brexit negotiations, adjustments to import tariffs, and shifts in trade agreements influenced supply costs, customs procedures, and market sentiment for jewellers, retailers, and suppliers. Jewellery Focus provides dedicated coverage of Johnson’s policy impacts—from Brexit-related trade rules and economic fluctuations to regulatory changes and consumer confidence trends. Our reporting helps trade professionals understand how his legacy continues to shape operations, sourcing and growth strategies in the post-Brexit jewellery landscape.
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Feb- 2020 -14 FebruaryBusiness Bites
German stagnation, Javid out, RBS gets environmental, Norton no-show
The German economy has stagnated due to significant falls in spending and exports. New figures show that GDP ‘flat lined’ (financial jargon for neither growing nor contracting) in the final quarter of 2019, bad news since economists and analysts had hoped that it would grow about 0.1%. It means Germany’s…
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11 FebruaryAnalysis
Yes, the trade barriers are coming
I think both Leavers and Remainers probably expected this in the long run – Michael Gove announced yesterday that businesses should “accept” that frictionless trade with the EU will be impossible whatever agreement is finally reached by the deadline of 31 December this year. This is the cost, he says,…
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Jan- 2020 -14 JanuaryBusiness Bites
Javid mulls three-year passenger duty holiday for Flybe
Things are not looking rosy for low-cost airline, Flybe, but the chancellor Sajid Javid may have some proposals that save it from complete collapse. It is reported this morning that he is considering cutting air passenger duty on all domestic flights – a big boon for all the other airlines…
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6 JanuaryBusiness Bites
As long as WW3 does not kick off, 2020 looks set to be a better year
All eyes on are on the rising tensions between the United States and Iran after president Trump ordered the assassination of Iran’s most powerful general, Qassem Suleimani. The oil price has risen, stocks have fallen this morning, and the threat of war almost always depresses global trade flows. But let’s…
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Dec- 2019 -20 DecemberBusiness Bites
Finally, a government addressing the business rates fiasco
Regardless of your political colours, small businesses up and down the land will be pleased to hear of at least one policy which looks set to survive the transition from manifesto wish lists to actual policy and legislation, and that is a business rates overhaul. The prime minister, Boris Johnson,…
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13 DecemberBusiness Bites
The election is over – time for the Tories to deliver for small businesses
It now looks as though political stasis and all the damage that does to business will be lifted in 2020. Boris Johnson’s victory in the election is the Tories’ strongest since the Thatcher era, and gives him great scope to implement bold policies. At this juncture it’s worth taking a…
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3 DecemberAdvice
How jewellery retailers can ride the Brexit storm
As we enter the next chapter of Brexit, and negotiations face the hurdle of a general election, how can UK jewellery retailers stay profitable and prepare themselves for the final outcome next year? We recently conducted research which found that there is already a great deal of uncertainty in the…
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Jul- 2019 -1 JulyCurrent Affairs
Boris Johnson reveals plan to rescue high street
Boris Johnson has pledged to “save the Great British high street” after unveiling a series of measures he will implement if he is elected as the leader of the Conservative party. The Tory leadership front-runner said he would implement a three-step plan that includes making it easier for shoppers to…
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Jun- 2014 -24 JuneEvents
Raymond Weil joins forces with Boris Johnson for inaugural music event
Raymond Weil, the luxury Swiss watchmaker, joined forces with Boris Johnson to host a music event and fundraiser for the Mayor of London’s Music Fund. The inaugural London Music Awards were held at the iconic music venue The Roundhouse in Camden and celebrated the capital’s musical talent. The event was…
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11 JuneEvents
Raymond Weil named official London Music Awards partner
Luxury Swiss watchmaker Raymond Weil is to join forces with the Mayor of London’s Fund for Young Musicians after being announced as title partner for the inaugural London Music Awards. The London Music Award, hosted by Boris Johnson, will take place at the Roundhouse on Wednesday 11 June and will…
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