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UK Mother’s Day spending to reach £2.4bn, according to GlobalData

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The UK consumer spending for Mother’s Day 2025 is set to reach £2.4bn, reflecting a 5% increase from the previous year. Strategic marketing, along with tailored product offerings, will be key to capitalising on this trend ahead of the event on the 30 March 2025,…

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