Security
Security is a critical concern for the UK jewellery trade, with retailers, manufacturers, and suppliers needing robust measures to protect high-value stock, staff, and customers. From physical store security and insurance to cyber protection and loss prevention strategies, staying ahead of risks is essential. Jewellery Focus provides expert coverage on security issues, including industry best practices, technology innovations, regulatory updates, and case studies to help trade professionals safeguard their businesses.
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Oct- 2012 -31 OctoberEvents
National Association of Goldsmiths’ first conference a “smash hit”
The National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG) held its first Retail Security Conference on 16 October, which was very well received by organisers and jewellers in attendance of the inaugural event.
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24 OctoberManufacturers
Jewellery that changes its colour could be next step
Gold has always been defined by its colour, but with new nano-technology-enabled materials, a team from the University of Southampton has discovered a way to change gold’s colour.
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11 OctoberTrade Organisations
Plans submitted for new Birmingham Assay Office project
The Birmingham Assay Office has announced it has submitted a planning application to create a new bespoke building in the city’s Jewellery Quarter.
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Sep- 2012 -20 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
RJC, LBMA and CFS announce cross-recognition agreement
In a joint press release, the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) and the EICC-GeSI Conflict Free Smelter programme (CFS) announced an agreement of mutual cross-recognition of gold refiner audits.
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14 SeptemberRetailers
Jewellery thieves thwarted by ‘have-a-go’ heroes
Members of the public acted quickly to apprehend one robber and unmask another following the robbery of Michael Jones Jewellery in Banbury.
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Aug- 2012 -30 AugustCurrent Affairs
RJC recognises release of SEC’s Dodd-Frank rule
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has recognised the release of the final rule for Dodd-Frank Section 1502 on conflict minerals and encourages the use of RJC chain-of-custody certification for gold sourcing.
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Jul- 2012 -9 JulyCurrent Affairs
Top 10 tips for jewellery buyers
Carl Hasty, head trader at Smart Currency Exchange, has offered his advice for jewellery buyers looking to make international payments.
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3 JulyRetailers
Retailers urged to make final checks to maximise Olympic trade
With the Olympics less than a month away, retailers are being urged to review their in-store and online offering to ensure they are ready to maximise the potential sales brought by Olympic visitors.
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Sep- 2011 -2 September
KP reacts to alleged abuse at Marange
Kimberley Process chairman Matthieu Yamba is seeking clarification from the Zimbabwean government regarding fresh allegations of torture in the country’s controversial Marange diamond fields.
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Jul- 2011 -13 JulyUncategorized
Lake District hosts £3 million watch collection preview
Luxury watchmaker Patek Philippe last night held a preview evening for a £3 million collection of timepieces. The collection, which was flown in from Basel in Switzerland, was hosted by Lancashire jeweller Leonard Dews.
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