Posts Tagged ‘#retail’
Bricks, clicks, and why York is in a great position to capitalise on the latest retail trends
There were some fascinating pointers for York retailing at our business event, says BID Executive Director Andrew Lowson Imagine going into a shop – and finding there was nothing for sale…
Read MoreNew spending data proves one thing. We need York residents to buy local this Christmas – and beyond
More detailed insights into people’s shopping habits in the city centre can inform our way forward, says York BID Executive Director Andrew Lowson The last time I blogged, it was about the…
Read MoreWhat we’ve learned since retail reopened in York
York BID Executive Director Andrew Lowson reflects on lessons from the ‘new normal’ Retailers aren’t cracking open the champagne yet – but it’s been a good startAt the BID we’ve spoken…
Read MoreWhat York must do to ensure the city’s reopening is a success
York BID Executive Director Andrew Lowson on the two crucial phases needed to get the city moving again York city centre is preparing to reopen again, and there’s a real sense of…
Read MoreWhat York needs to reopen for business
York BID Executive Director Andrew Lowson shares his thoughts after conversations with countless York businesses To put it mildly, these have been a tough few weeks. Yet, faced with the biggest challenge…
Read MoreBlank Canvas pop up space opens at 5 Blake Street
Arts programme Blank Canvas, part of the Skippko Arts Charity have just opened their second pop-up art space in the city centre. This follows their successful pop-up on Goodramgate earlier…
Read MoreVideo: The Health of Retail in the UK – and York
Why do we seem to lose well-known brands from the high street? Are there really more empty shops than there used to be? What kind of businesses are showing growth? …
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