New director at UKFT

    The UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT) appointed Eric Musgrave, the former editorial director of Drapers, as the director general designate from 4 January 2010. He will succeed John Wilson when he retires in the summer after 38 years with the industry’s leading trade associations. John was awarded the OBE in 1999 for services to…

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    How Pawn Shops Work: A Beginner’s Guide

    Many people are unsure of how a pawn shop works or have a completely wrong impression of how they operate. There are many myths surrounding pawn shops but it’s a very transparent, well-regulated industry. Pawn shops primarily provide two valuable services to consumers. Firstly, they offer short-term loans, secured by an asset that’s accepted as…

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