Laings has signed a 15-year lease to take over a landmark B-listed building in Scotland which is set to become the family-run jeweller’s new UK flagship location. A planning application submitted to Glasgow City Council highlights Laings’ proposal to revitalise Rowan House, a 19th century retail and office development on Glasgow’s Buchanan Street. The independent […]

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Willie Hamilton, former CMJ chief executive, has announced the conception of a new project, titled Back on the High Street (BOTH). BOTH, the initiative revealed, will help and support both retailers and the diverse businesses that make up jewellery industry’s supply chain, including raw material sourcing, manufacturing, design, distribution and sales, in addition to the […]

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As we wave one year goodbye and jump straight into another, Professional Jeweller reflects on the trends and stories of 2019 that are likely to shape the next 12 months… Purchasing of jewellery and watches has gone up According to award-winning market researcher provider, Mintel, two thirds of people have bought jewellery or watches for […]

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Award-winning independent jeweller, Purely Diamonds, has launched a partnership with Trees for the Future – combating climate change by planting 20 trees for every order placed. Family-run jewellery brand, Purely Diamonds, has always believed that it is imperative that we all do our bit to look after our planet. For the company, it means looking […]

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Chancellor Philip Hammond confirmed yesterday that there would be £900m in business rates relief for small businesses and £650m to rejuvenate the high street, which was originally announced on 26 October. Speaking at the House of Commons, Hammond said he recognised small retailers were “struggling to cope” with high fixed costs including business rates, and […]

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There is no denying the high street is a challenging place to be doing business at the moment, but side from slow footfall and a drop in consumer confidence since the UK voted to leave the European Union, what other trials are independent jewellers facing? There is no denying the high street is a challenging […]

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