Trade Organisations

Houlden Jewellers founder brings retirement date forward

Houlden Jewellers has announced Stuart Laing, founding director of the group, is bringing forward his retirement date. Originally due to…

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NAJ appoints new chairman and vice-chairman

The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced the appointment of a new chairman and vice-chairman. Simon Johnson, owner of…

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NAJ plans ‘Made in Britain’ mark to boost jewellery sales

The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) is considering plans to launch a ‘Made in Britain’ mark in a bid to…

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WFDB launches Young Diamantaires programme

The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has launched the Young Diamantaires programme at its recent 37th World Diamond Congress…

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New LDB president appointed as Harry Levy named chairman

The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has appointed Menachem Prager as its new president, simultaneously creating a new chairman role. Current…

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New CEO appointed to National Pawnbrokers Association

The NPA has announced the appointment of a new chief executive to succeed Ray Perry, the current CEO, in June of this year. Stu…

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NAJ presents honorary membership to Retail Jewellers of Ireland

The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has presented an honorary membership to the Retail Jewellers of Ireland (RJI). The membership…

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RJC to consider adding coloured stones to remit

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced it is considering adding coloured gemstones to its purview. The body announced at…

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Gem-A appoints Alan Hart as CEO

The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced the appointment of Alan Hart as the association’s new CEO. A…

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BUDGET: CBI welcomes business rates policy

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has called George Osborne’s Budget, announced today, a “strong and stable Budget for business facing global…

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