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bssa and Bhf (Group) to merge

The British Hardware Federation Group (Bhf Group) and British Shops and Stores Association (bssa), two of the leading independent retail associations with long histories, announce their intention to merge in the near future. Click here for details.

Here’s just a flavour of what’s in it for you…

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Terminal rental £12 + VAT per month

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LOW rates for point of sale consumer finance

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Representation to government and other key organisations on legislation and retailing matters.

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bssa saving independent retailers money and time

bssa and Bhf (Group) to merge The British Hardware Federation Group (Bhf Group) and British Shops and Stores Association (bssa), two of the leading independent retail associations with long histories, announce their intention to merge in the near future. Click here for details.

Here’s just a flavour of what’s in it for you…

For a summary of recent government initiatives, following the Chancellor's PBS, to support small businesses click here

FREE expert downloads from bssa

bssa and Bhf (Group) to merge

The British Hardware Federation Group (Bhf Group) and British Shops and Stores Association (bssa), two of the leading independent retail associations with long histories, announce their intention to merge in the near future. Click here for details.