Christmas update
The SBA Christmas packs are going out any day now, please respond as soon as possible.
(The DL size leaflets are missing. If you are going to take part we will get those to you asap.)
And! The Christams website is live:
All details are there, and the maps will be updated, as will the list of events you, the traders, organize for your own shops.
How was it for you? Independents’ Day
Last Monday was Independents’ Day when we all encouraged local people to come into the shops and buy local stuff. How was it for you? Various Business forums across the UK seem to think it might not have been our finest retailing hour, and that Tsarina Mary Portas thought this one up after lunch…
But did you know it is actually a whole month, not just a day? No, me neither, but, well, how exciting. You can get details from the UK site all about it here, and from the International website, (for there is such a thing), the link is here.
Independents’ Day
This seems a good idea to get customers buying …
On 4 July 2011 across the country, the public will be encouraged to buy at least one item from their local, independent shop to keep their high street alive.
Skillsmart Retail and the National Skills Academy for Retail have teamed up with independent retailers and trade associations around the UK including the Association of Town Centre Management, British Independent Retailers Association, Independent Booksellers Forum, National Federation of Retail Newsagents, Photo Marketing Association and Independent Footwear Retailers Association to celebrate diversity on the high street.
The vast majority (92%) of retail businesses, 169,835 businesses, employ fewer than 10 people. These businesses help to create a strong community around town centres and high streets but many are struggling to compete in today’s tough retail landscape. Independents’ Day is a chance for the public to show their appreciation and support for local retailers.
St Leonards Festival
The annual St Leonards Festival is coming up, this year on 17th July 2010. If you would like a stall on The Kings Road, or could spare a few hours as a marshal please contact GCSL, office@gcsl.org.uk, or call 01424 438291
New Life
..in the web site.
All change, with extra input, and more useful information about St Leonards business.
If you have any suggestions please let us know at contact@sba-online.co.uk
We rely on you for info and input, please take part.
Christmas Carols
Getting right Christmassy now, no time for Scrooges in St Leaonards. So Christmas Carols are coming:
- Monday 14 December.
- Outside Mr.Heelys @ 6.30 till 8.30.
- Sussex brass band.
- Hot refreshments.
See you there!
Tell your customers!
See them there!
Upcoming Events
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