Let’s go for optimism instead of fear

Too many jewellers are not prepared for a future where online sales will make up the majority of retail purchases.…

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Non-food prices fall for 28th consecutive month

Non-food shop price deflation accelerated to 2.3% in July, which was down from the 1.9% in June and represented the…

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Goldsmiths’ Company apprentice to represent UK at WorldSkills competition

Goldsmiths’ Company Apprenticeship Programme apprentice Ben Pritchard has been chosen to represent the UK at the 43rd WorldSkills Competition in…

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Ministers launch consultation on Sunday Trading hours

The power to extend Sunday trading hours for high street shops could be devolved to local authorities, according to plans…

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Diamond market mood plummets to 2008 levels

Diamond prices fell again in July as market sentiment slumped to levels not seen since the 2008 downturn, according to…

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Paul Spurgeon designs episcopal ring for Bishop of Gloucester

British designer Paul Spurgeon has designed an episcopal ring commissioned by the recently consecrated Bishop of Gloucester, Rachel Treweek.  Treweek,…

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GIA introduces digital Diamond Focus Report’

The Gemmological Institute of America (GIA) has announced a new digital Diamond Focus Report.  The low-cost digital report will be…

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‘Heritage Walks’ to launch in Birmingham Jewellery Quarter

The Birmingham Museum Trust has announced that it will launch a series of heritage walks allowing visitors to understand the…

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Hatton Garden jeweller jailed over stolen watches

Seven men including a Hatton Garden jeweller have been jailed for 64 years for their varying involvement in 10 smash…

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IJL unveils packed seminar programme

International Jewellery London (IJL) has unveiled a packed seminar programme which will feature leading entrepreneurs and retailers.  The keynote speakers…

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