Ireland
Ireland has a vibrant jewellery sector, with independent retailers, designers, and manufacturers contributing to a dynamic trade landscape. For UK and Irish jewellery professionals, understanding market trends, consumer behaviour, and regulatory developments across Ireland is vital for identifying growth opportunities and navigating cross-border trade. Jewellery Focus provides comprehensive coverage on Ireland’s jewellery industry, including business updates, store openings, supply chain insights, and the impact of broader economic and policy changes on the sector.
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Jul- 2021 -27 JulyEvents
Craft NI to showcase range of master jewellers
The Arts Council of Northern Ireland has revealed that this summer will mark the 15th annual August Craft Month which features behind the scenes access to some master jewellers. The Craft Month provides a network for makers and the public to meet, share and collaborate. The programme is supported by…
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26 JulyTrade Organisations
Bira backs ‘Shop Out to Help Out’ scheme
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has said it will back a new campaign launched by Refundable, a consumer membership brand, to introduce a ‘Shop Out to Help Out’ scheme. According to the group, the campaign, similar to the Eat Out to Help Out scheme launched last summer for the hospitality industry, would…
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16 JulyRetailers
SVP Jewellery expands presence in Ireland with new partnership
SVP Jewellery has announced a new partnership with Erin Agencies which will see it expand the company’s presence in the north and south of Ireland. The jeweller will be rebranded to Sarah Verity for the Irish market, to avoid confusion with the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. The brand…
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Jun- 2021 -14 JuneAuctions
UK auction house launches new online store
John Pye, the leading UK auction house, has announced the launch of its brand-new online store. The John Pye Luxury Shop will be part of the business’ new diversification model and will allow its customers to purchase “one-of-a-kind items” from luxury designers. Recently, the auctioneer expanded into Northern Ireland with…
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May- 2021 -17 MayTrade Organisations
Gobbins Crafts joins Économusée NI network
Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage Trust has named Gobbins Crafts, a jewellery studio, as the 11th Économusée workshop in Northern Ireland. Founded by Heather McFadden, the jewellery-making classes provider will now join the network of food and craft artisans who open their doors to visitors and tourists. As a part…
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Apr- 2021 -15 AprilRetailers
Goldsmiths launches Cardiff showroom
Goldsmiths, the luxury watch and jewellery retailer, has launched a newly refurbished Cardiff St David’s showroom. A new TAG Heuer boutique is also set to open alongside the showroom, featuring a collection of timepieces and one-to-one customer service. Included in the Goldsmiths store is a branded area for Tudor, as…
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Mar- 2021 -29 MarchAuctions
Shannon’s Jewellers set to shutter
Shannon’s Jewellers has announced that after 95 years in business, due to Covid-19 circumstances, the shop will close. Wilsons Auctions has been appointed to launch a closing down sale which will begin on 1 April 2021 to sell off the remaining jewellery stock. Additionally, the business said it has a…
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Feb- 2021 -17 FebruaryEconomy
Scotland extends rates holiday for another year
The Scottish government has confirmed that it is extending 100% of its business rates relief for the hospitality, retail, leisure and aviation sectors for another year. Finance secretary Kate Forbes confirmed the extension earlier this week (16 February) in Holyrood, putting pressure on Rishi Sunak to match the extension in…
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Jan- 2021 -29 JanuaryTrade Organisations
CMJ suspends membership fees
The Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) has announced that it will be suspending its membership fees in an effort to support retailers financially. The fee suspension is set to last throughout January, February and March for all members in the UK and Ireland. Last year, membership fees were suspended for…
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Dec- 2020 -8 DecemberCurrent Affairs
British Hallmarking Council updates EU guidance
The British Hallmarking Council has updated its guidance on hallmarking requirements from 1 January 2021, ahead of the UK’s exit from the EU. The council said that obligations to recognise equivalent EU hallmarks will end in Great Britain. EU hallmarks will continue to be recognised in theNorthern Ireland market, however,…
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