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The election is over – time for the Tories to deliver for small businesses

It now looks as though political stasis and all the damage that does to business will be lifted in 2020.…

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Small business owners dip into personal wealth to survive? Of course they do

We are living through an era where there is much discussion about capitalism, taxes, executive pay and so on. Is…

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Innovative ways to bring people into your jewellery store

Running a jewellery business is no mean feat, not least because the advent of e-commerce means enticing customers into store…

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What to do if you see someone breaking hallmarking law

A real frustration for jewellers who make sure they comply with hallmarking law is seeing instances of others flouting the…

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The manufacturer files: Black Dragon Crafts

In a modestly-sized workshop on the side of a green hill in west Wales sits Black Dragon Crafts, a manufacturer…

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15 Minutes with Scott Walter, Edinburgh Assay Office CEO

Tell me about your appointment as chairman of the Convention on the Control & Marking of Articles of Precious Metals?…

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Transforming your image to become a trusted brand

Given retail’s current climate, it goes without saying that the consumer is more empowered than ever. As of 2018, 87%…

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Building a relationship with big brands

Some 71% of customers prefer to buy from familiar brands, according to Global Banking and Finance. So, stocking recognisable brands…

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My Store: Palenque Jewellery

Directors Susana and David Heard started Palenque Jewellery in a small  gallery-style shop on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile in October 1992.…

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E-Commerce Handbook Case Study: Ruby & Oscar

Give me a brief description of your business Ruby & Oscar was established in 2018. We offer lab created and…

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