We’ve been supporting independent retail businesses for over 125 years

We’re proud to represent thousands of members across the UK, from single retail outlets to small chains, to large department stores. Over this time we’ve been fighting for a level playing field by drawing on the strength of our membership mass. We influence the media, change Government legislation and provide support on areas of strain like business rates, parking, staffing and more.

Getting your voice heard

As experts in the business, Bira influences public debate, by monitoring and shaping new legislation through the Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Committee, keeping Bira members one step ahead.

By listening to our members' needs over the phone, through proactive surveying and analysis retail landscape reports we're able to fight for the issues that you tell us matter most to you. 

Providing the services and resources to thrive

The retail industry is undergoing constant significant transformation but our member benefits provide genuine savings of crucial business services, as well as helping businesses to keep ahead of the curve with a vast range of resources, guides, new, podcasts and much more. Visit bira.co.uk for further information.