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Welcome to 'High Street Matters', a podcast from Bira, the British Independent Retailers Association. We'll be talking to a cross section of our members from across the UK, from single retail outlets to small chains, and from large department stores to leisure and hospitality. 'High Street Matters', the podcast for independent retail, hospitality and leisure, will discuss crucial subjects such as consumer trends, relevant government legislation, business rates, parking and staffing, providing top tips to help to help businesses stay ahead of the retail curve. For more details about Bira visit www.bira.co.uk2025 Economics Politics & Government
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  • Stolen To Order

    Stolen To Order
    26 Oct 2026
    Who is really behind shop theft?

    In this episode of High Street Matters, leading criminologist Professor Emmeline Taylor, Professor of Criminology at City St. George's, University of London, lifts the lid on the market for stolen goods and why it is now driving the crime. Professor Taylor explains her research for the National Business Crime Centre, which followed stolen goods from the hyperlocal, where items are sold on just down the road, to international markets run by organised criminals. She reveals why offenders increasingly work from shopping lists, with thieves who have a buyer lined up getting at least half of the retail price, compared with around a third when they sell afterwards. She also describes the vulnerable, addicted adults caught up in this ecosystem, and warns of the damage illicit shops are doing to high streets. Professor Taylor is joined by Andrew Goodacre, CEO of Bira, who shares why so many retailers never report the crime and what they can do now. The episode is hosted by Jeff Moody, COO of Bira.

    Subscribe now so you don't miss future episodes tackling themes like accessibility, retail crime, and many more high street matters! Hear something you want to follow up on? Listener enquiries can be sent to info@bira.co.uk. For more on Bira's mission supporting Britain's independent retailers, visit www.bira.co.uk. To see the full High Street Matters series visit our podcast resource page.
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  • Message to the New PM

    Message to the New PM
    10 Aug 2026

    Message to the New PM

    Andy Burnham has been Prime Minister for a matter of days, and he's already announced a 20% business rates cut for pubs, clubs and live music venues. In this episode of High Street Matters, Bira asks what that means for the rest of the high street, and sets out exactly what independent retailers need from the new government.

    Host Jeff Moody is joined by Andrew Goodacre, CEO of Bira, Surinder Josan, past president of Bira and owner of All Seasons DIY in Smethwick, and John Jones, current president of Bira and managing partner of Philip Morris and Son in Hereford.

    Together they look back at a tough few years for independent retail, react to the new PM's early policy moves, and lay out a funded proposal that could raise £6.5 billion for the Treasury by closing the low value import loophole and tackling online VAT fraud, more than enough to pay for wider business rates relief.

    With the autumn Budget on the horizon, this episode is a clear message to Number 10: independent retailers deserve the same level of support as the businesses making headlines.

    To contact Bira about the content of this podcast episode, please email policy@bira.co.uk.

    Subscribe now so you don't miss future episodes tackling themes like accessibility, retail crime, and many more high street matters! Hear something you want to follow up on? Listener enquiries can be sent to info@bira.co.uk. For more on Bira's mission supporting Britain's independent retailers, visit www.bira.co.uk. To see the full High Street Matters series visit our podcast resource page.
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  • Background Sounds in Shops - The Cost of Playing Music in Your Shop

    Background Sounds in Shops - The Cost of Playing Music in Your Shop
    11 May 2026

    The Cost of Playing Music in Your Shop | High Street Matters S2E6

    Many independent retailers don't realise they need a music licence simply for playing background music in their shops - and the consequences of getting it wrong can be expensive and stressful.

    In this episode of High Street Matters, host Claire Leigh is joined by Andrew Goodacre, CEO of Bira, Grant Thompson from Background Sounds, and Mel Beard, Chair of Health Stores UK.

    They explore the complex world of music licensing, revealing that there are around 60 different tariffs from PRS and PPL, and that retailers caught without a licence face a 50% premium on top of standard costs. Grant explains how royalty-free music works as an alternative, offering an average 70% saving, while Mel shares her experience of navigating the licensing landscape and why she chose the royalty-free route.

    The episode covers what retailers need to know about their obligations, how to switch from existing licences, and why background music matters for creating the right atmosphere in shops.

    Find out more at https://bira.co.uk/benefits/royalty-free-music/

    Subscribe now so you don't miss future episodes tackling themes like accessibility, retail crime, and many more high street matters! Hear something you want to follow up on? Listener enquiries can be sent to info@bira.co.uk. For more on Bira's mission supporting Britain's independent retailers, visit www.bira.co.uk. To see the full High Street Matters series visit our podcast resource page.
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    32 dk.
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