Property: New service charge standard
July 8, 2025
Service charges can be a significant, and sometimes frustrating, element of shop running costs. Guest blog by CRA corporate member, Justin Plumpton.
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Power partnership sees Consultiv Utilities secure membership with the Charity Retail Association and launch charity collaboration
July 8, 2025
South Tyneside-based utilities specialist, Consultiv Utilities has announced a new membership with the Charity Retail Association (CRA), the body designed to encourage growth, innovation and recognition within the charity retail sector.
Volunteer stories: Margaret from Woking & Sam Beare Hospice Knaphill shop
July 4, 2025
“It’s my happy place!”
Stars of charity retail recognised in sector awards
June 30, 2025
At the Charity Retail Awards ceremony and gala dinner on Wednesday 25 June in Harrogate, the winners of the Charity Retail Awards were announced.
St Luke’s Hospice share the party vibe at Sheffield Pride
June 30, 2025
On 21 June a team from St Luke’s Hospice in Sheffield took their message of inclusivity and support for all to Sheffield Pride at Kelham Island.
Charity shopping supports sustainability and adds historic charm to award-winning B&B
June 20, 2025
Eagle House Bed and Breakfast in Eccleshall, Staffordshire, has won multiple awards, including being named a finalist in the Ethical, Responsible & Sustainable Tourism category at the 2025 Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Tourism Awards.
10 tips to help you promote the UK’s Favourite Charity Shop Awards
June 16, 2025
The search for the 2025 UK’s Favourite Charity Shop is now on!