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By Katie Roberts-Mason and Sue MarksJune 27, 2025 Work has begun on Morleys’ refurbishment of Bath-based Jolly’s department store ahead of a 2026 reopening plan. The store is one of Europe’s oldest and has been in Bath for over a century. Soon after Jolly’s closed its doors in February this year, it was announced that Morleys had taken on the store, with plans to re-open next year following essential restorative works.

3 weeks ago | giftsandhome.net | Sue Marks

Independent retailers are facing a “generational” transformation of employment law that could fundamentally change how small businesses operate, according to the final episode of Bira’s first High Street Matters podcast series. Legal experts warn that upcoming changes affecting nine million employees will create significant new burdens for businesses already struggling with rising costs.

3 weeks ago | giftsandhome.net | Sue Marks

Progressive Greetings Live 2025 took place at London’s Business Design Centre this week (3-4 June) to great acclaim, fanfaring the newest launches from over 220 greeting card publishers. They ranged from established names such as Rosie Made A Thing, Belly Button, Five Dollar Shake, Wendy Jones-Blackett and Paper Salad, to a myriad of newbie companies. Among the gift retailers at the show was Andrea Pinder, owner of gift and card shop Presentation in Barrowford.

3 weeks ago | giftsandhome.net | Sue Marks

This month will see the launch of the Giftware Association’s first ever Service Provider Directory, a one-stop resource showcasing the service providers that support the gift industry. The curated document brings together trusted experts across a range of services The Giftware Association offers, ranging from logistics and packaging to legal advice and design protection.

3 weeks ago | giftsandhome.net | Sue Marks

Artisan home fragrance brand Henry & Co has confirmed the appointment of Sharon Green as managing director, part of a wider strategic restructure designed to fuel the company’s wholesale growth and brand evolution following its successful rebrand earlier this year. Sharon, who previously held the role of retail director, has been instrumental in shaping the customer experience across Henry & Co’s retail channels.