Bira sales monitor shows divergence in figures for indie housewares retailers over Christmas period.

Shopping events encouraged sales at Salisbury and Winchester cookshops.

New lines, including local produce contribute to “fantastic Christmas” for West Wickham cookshop.

Festive trading exceeds expectations as chain announces highest peak trading sales to date.

Department store’s Home sales down 3.4%, while BRC reflects on weak trading period.

Independent housewares stockists reveal whether their tills were jingling.

Survey reveals the top cleaning gadgets that were given as Christmas gifts.

Retail employee finalist advises fellow retailers on coping in the final frantic days of fest

Retail Employee finalist shares advice for retailers and suppliers amid Christmas frenzy.