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First ever Local Bike Shop Week Awards launches to celebrate independent cycle retailers

1 Apr 2026

An awards scheme celebrating independent bike shops that go above and beyond for their communities launches this week.
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February retail sales dip signals growing consumer anxiety, warns ACT parent company Bira

30 Mar 2026

ACT parent company Bira has warned that falling retail sales in February are an early sign of consumers reining in their spending amid growing economic uncertainty.
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Bira calls for business rates reform and action on overseas imports alongside new government investment

26 Mar 2026

Bira has welcomed the government's £319 million investment in high street revitalisation, while warning that without reform of business rates and action on overseas imports, many high... Read more…

Chancellor's High Street Roundtable | Campaign Update from ACT parent company Bira

19 Mar 2026

The Chancellor held a roundtable discussion on a future high street strategy last week, with Bira the sole voice representing smaller retail businesses. Read an update on Bira's place at a... Read more…

Independent bike shop takes stand against selling or repairing e-scooters with police echoing plea

18 Mar 2026

An independent bike shop is refusing to sell or repair e-scooters over concerns about how they are being used, with the area’s police force backing the call and urging others to follow... Read more…

ACT parent company Bira backs calls for online marketplace accountability over dangerous product safety failures

13 Mar 2026

Findings from consumer rights publication Which? add to calls from the E-Bike Positive campaign to better scrutinise these sites and promote quality e-bikes from reputable manufacturers and... Read more…

Independent retailers warn Spring Statement missed opportunity as geopolitical tensions threaten high street recovery

5 Mar 2026

ACT parent company Bira has warned that the Chanellor's Spring Statement offered no new support for high street businesses, as rising tensions in the Middle East threaten to push up energy... Read more…

Scottish bike shop and cafe expands into bigger premises as council recognises 'positive impact on economy'

3 Mar 2026

A Scottish bike repair shop and cafe has recently moved premises into a bigger unit thanks to a growth in business, with the local council noting the positive impact it would have on the local... Read more…

Local Bike Shop Week returns this May, with independent retailers reporting strong benefits from past events

19 Feb 2026

Local Bike Shop Week is approaching, with this year’s celebrations taking place from Sunday 3 May to Saturday 9 May 2026 - and retailers have highlighted the positive experiences they've... Read more…

Independent bike shops unite for inaugural Local Bike Shop Week celebration

17 Feb 2026

A week to celebrate and highlight the expertise and passion of independent bike shops across the UK is set to be held this May.
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How Maybe* are helping Local Authorities and Bids upskill their businesses in social media

Posted on in Business News, Cycles News

Maybe* is a collaborative social media management platform that provides engagement tools, actionable insights, reports and access to training that enables organisations to make social media work for them.

You can now check out how Maybe* are helping Local Authorities and Bids to upskill their businesses in social media so that they have the tools they need to engage online and drive sales in the lead up to Christmas!

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Live webinars

During the Maybe* live webinars you'll have access to exclusive insights and real life stories through the eyes of our industry experts. You'll leave understanding what results are possible and with the tactics you need to achieve them. For more information about the live webinars click here.

Don't worry if you can't make a session, you can watch the 'on-demand' recordings of previous webinars by joining the Make Social Media Work Facebook Group.

"Maybe's webinars are a key fixture of my week. I consistently come away inspired and full of ideas of what to do for Visit Knowle." - Kim Hulse, Visit Knowle.

 

Great social media for independent retailers, BIDs and Councils

Independent Retailers on Wednesdays at 10am

This webinar will help independent retailers, BIDs and Councils understand how to use social to amplify your activity, reach more customers and boost business. The webinar is updated every fortnight with brand new content and the latest data from our platform to provide exclusive insight, expert opinion and up-to-date case studies to help you drive your organisation forward on social media.

During the webinar, we will discuss:

  • Social media skills lab
  • Real life examples of great social content
  • The tactics and tools you need to improve your social media

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How Shopping Centres can harness social media to drive footfall and build loyalty 

Shopping Centres on the first Wednesday of the month at 9am 

This webinar reviews what is working for shopping centres around the UK. All data is refreshed for each session and we discuss activity that is working, highlighting a variety of centres. All attendees will leave with actionable insights. Presented by experts in shopping centre marketing and social media marketing.

During the webinar, we will discuss:

  • Examples of great social content
  • The tactics and tools you need to improve your social media
  • Understanding the roles engagement and sentiment play in driving loyalty and customer retention

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