Bira is at the forefront of championing the cause of independent traders and shopkeepers across Britain.
With a dedicated focus on revitalising and preserving the high street, our advocacy takes our collective voice to the halls of Parliament and into discussions with key stakeholders. Our campaigns cover a wide spectrum of issues crucial to the success of independent traders including:
- Combatting the rising tide of retail crime
- Advocating for changes in legislation that promote fairness and flexibility
- Fighting for fairer business rates
- Overall reducing the regulatory burden
The Latest...Our "High Street Matters" podcast kicks off with retail crime episode
The premiere Podcast of "High Street Matters" tackles the escalating retail crime crisis plaguing Britain's high streets.
Hosted by journalist Steve Dyson, this hard-hitting first instalment lays bare the shocking realities independent retailers are facing within the UK.
Through our efforts, we strive to ensure that the heartbeat of our communities, the high street, continues to thrive and serve as a vibrant hub for local businesses.
Click on the topics below to find out our latest activity in each area
You can support our continued efforts by joining our community for just £17/mo and in return you can benefit from a wider range of support and services aimed to help businesses to flourish.
Our Latest News
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HMRC notices change in habits as thousands submit tax returns rarly
Bira has responded to the latest economic figures showing the UK has exited recession with the fastest growth in two years.
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‘Shocking lack of progress’: charity criticises UK government for latest active travel figures
The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has strongly criticized the UK government for what it describes as a “shocking lack of progress in making streets more attractive for walking, wheeling and cycling” in light of recent findings from the Active Lives and National Travel surveys.
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Consumer confidence rises amid personal finance optimism
Fresh data reveals a two-point improvement in UK consumer confidence for April, with sentiments towards personal finances for the upcoming year holding steady.
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Hundreds of bike shops around the country take advantage of local bike shop day, ACT reports
Hundreds of independent bike shops around the country got involved with this year’s Local Bike Shop Day.