Autumn Budget 2025 – Our Statement

This long-awaited Budget offered little support and no solutions for independent hospitality businesses. The uncertainty...

Empower Independents – Letter to the Chancellor

NCASS continues to lobby government for the changes and support we need to see for...

Discover Birmingham Wholesale Market: A Smart Choice for Your Food Business

As an independent food or drink business owner, finding reliable suppliers who understand your needs...

How to Make Christmas Experiential Work for Your Hospitality Business

As an independent hospitality operator in the UK, Christmas is your moment to outshine the...

Stand Out This Christmas: How Seasonal Menus Can Give Your Independent Venue the Edge

The festive period is make-or-break for hospitality businesses across the UK. Whilst the chains roll...

Bira launches 2025 Love Your High Street Week to celebrate and support independent retailers

Bira has launched its third Love Your High Street Week campaign, urging shoppers across the...

Winter Energy Spikes Are Coming – Smart Businesses are Acting Now

Energy prices always climb as demand spikes in colder months – and this year is...

‘Tis the season to sell your merchandise

Christmas is getting closer and soon we’ll be reunited with Aldi’s Kevin the Carrot and...

Looking Back & Facing Forward: Making Winter Work for You

By Patricia Colden, Managing Director at Colden HR (NCASS HR Partner) As the busy summer...

Your Business Plan Isn’t Just Paperwork

When most people think about writing a business plan, they picture a tedious document they...