Alex Douglas, Author at Professional Jeweller

WOLF continues to offer drop ship service to retailers in the UK

Business Jewellery News by Alex Douglas on 3rd February 2021

WOLF explained that after hearing lockdown success stories from retailers up and down the country, it wanted to offer a reminder on how the drop ship service can help further.

Responsible Jewellery Council re-certifies Watches of Switzerland Group

Business Jewellery News by Alex Douglas on 14th January 2021

WoSG has been a member of RJC since 2011, adhering to its code of practice based on the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Beaverbrooks rides out Covid-impacted year on back of strong 2019 financial performance

Business Jewellery News Retail by Alex Douglas on 26th November 2020

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The retailer is expecting to retain strong levels of profit in 2020 and has seen a strong recovery after lockdown with sales up 12.2% YOY from August to October.

Retail footfall growth slows as stricter measures come into place

News Retail by Alex Douglas on 9th October 2020

Year-on-year UK footfall decreased by 30.1% in September, with only a 4.7 percentage point improvement from August.

“Baffling” new Covid restrictions deal fresh blow to jewellers in Scotland

News Retail by Alex Douglas on 8th October 2020

Scottish Referendum Campaigning Enters The Final Stages

The new restrictions were announced yesterday afternoon and include the reintroduction of the 2m rule in shops

BREAKING NEWS: Chancellor confirms furlough scheme still to end next month

Business News by Alex Douglas on 24th September 2020

In doing so he launched a wage subsidy package which he said will support employees working in “viable” jobs.

How will companies handle exports post-Brexit?

Business News Retail by Alex Douglas on 24th September 2020

The UK Government revealed 'bounce back' plans earlier this month, designed to help retailers recover from the pandemic and navigate

Jewellery shop workers must wear masks from tomorrow, says Boris Johnson

News Retail by Alex Douglas on 23rd September 2020

Retail workers have been told to wear face masks in stores and outlets under new restrictions put forward by Government

Retail footfall recovery “slower than in many other European countries”, says new report

News Retail by Alex Douglas on 10th August 2020

Dartford Town Was Selected As A Portas Pilot That Aimed To Improving The Area

A joint BRC and Opinium survey into consumer spending plans found how 24% of respondents say they expect to spend less than usual over the next month

Britain begins to grow but business isn’t booming yet

Business News Retail by Alex Douglas on 17th July 2020

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The United Kingdom is beginning to see steady growth in retail markets but has not hit the heights it would be aiming for just yet.

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