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Bira sets out Spring Statement priorities for independent retailers

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The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has outlined its key priorities ahead of the chancellor’s Spring budget statement on Wednesday (26 March). CEO Andrew Goodacre is calling on chancellor Rachel Reeves to address three crucial areas to support independent retailers and revitalise high streets across…

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