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All the latest news from the CRA and from the wider sector, plus upcoming events.
May 23, 2025
For many companies, property is the second highest cost to their business after staffing costs. However, thanks to the generosity of shop volunteers, property can be the single largest cost to a charity’s retail operations. It is also a complex element of the business with plenty of opportunities for financial surprises.
May 15, 2025
A fashion exhibition has gone on display in Dougie Mac’s charity shops, following an exciting collaboration between University of Staffordshire and the local hospice.
May 12, 2025
Save the date of Saturday 18 October 2025 and get ready for World Op Shop Day, incorporating good cause shops in all their forms, charity shops, thrift stores and more.
May 8, 2025
“My favourite part of working with second-hand materials is giving them a whole new chapter.” Meet Steph, founder of Ambridge Studio
May 2, 2025
A World War II service Bible belonging to an RAF rear gunner has been reunited with his surviving family after being discovered at the homelessness charity Emmaus Dover.
May 2, 2025
The Eden Project are searching to uncover the UK's favourite shareable recipes.
April 28, 2025
Fantastic news! Over 100 delegates have already booked onto our 2025 Charity Retail Conference, Challenging Times, Creative Solutions. This includes delegates from national charities, hospices, delegates from Scotland, Wales and England – we’re reaching a wide part of our membership already.
April 28, 2025
If you’re not already signed-up to and receiving regular emails from the Volunteers’ Week Team, there’s still time to. They’re sending out regular emails with advice, tips and guidance on getting ready for Volunteers’ Week. Here is some information you might find useful: