Earlier this month the Greeting Card Association provided Ofcom with a detailed response to proposals to weaken the ‘Universal Service Obligation’ (USO) by cutting back letter deliveries to five or even three days per week and giving Royal Mail freedom to raise prices, see more below. GCA’s #Cardmitment campaign communications around this submission and…
Improving the quality of postal services in the UK is vital for keeping people connected and maintaining their mental health, says family owned business Raspberry Blossom
****PRESS RELEASE 8th April 2024 As a local business that has grown to over 20 employees and has exported greetings cards to countries around the world, Paper Salad Publishing is one of the North West’s great success stories. But owners are concerned about the potential impact that proposed changes to Royal Mail services could have…
Press release issued Wednesday 3rd April 2024
GCA’s respond to Ofcom’s review on behalf of the industry. The Future of the Postal Service Consultation April 2024
In the world of greeting cards, where heartfelt messages and creative designs bring joy to countless individuals, starting your journey can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a budding entrepreneur, or simply someone with a passion for crafting beautiful sentiments, the greeting card industry offers boundless opportunities. In this article, we’ll…
GCA podcasts hear from greeting card leaders. Sharing their journey in cards and top tips to inspire the next generation of greeting card industry leaders
GCA Local events bring together our members in small meet ups. They are informal and organised by local members in each area.
GCA meet with Ofcom to share an insight into our industry and the impact postal service levels and price increases are having on our 500 members across the country.
A look at the origins of Mother’s Day, with facts and figures.
GCA CEO visits local Munira Wilson MP to share industry concerns about the postal service.
An award-winning greeting card business finds it bewildering that changes are being considered to the Royal Mail service which could see services being cut back and stamp prices being hiked yet again. Bewilderbeest, based in Elmswell in Suffolk, was founded six years ago by husband and wife Ian and Maddie Hamilton and has created employment…
A sustainable greeting card business is calling for essential Royal Mail postal services to be maintained. The Seed Card Company in Basildon in Essex create beautiful plantable cards which people can plant before watching them grow into wildflowers, carrot, lettuce, basil and parsley. The are all printed with vegan-printed inks. It’s a fantastic way to…
Press release issued 27th February 2024
Why enter awards and top tips for being nominated. This blog also details many of the awards open to GCA members with links to enter.
GCA podcasts hear from greeting card leaders. Sharing their journey in cards and top tips to inspire the next generation of greeting card industry leaders
A GCA members’ knowledge sharing event on a key industry topic
In partnership with the GCA, Windles host a Litho Workshop at their site in Thame, Oxfordshire.
GCA Supplier members are invited to sponsor the event. Sponsoring the GCA Conference is a great way to get involved in the industry, get noticed by GCA members and promote your business, products and services.
The way that people engage with brands, products and businesses is changing, and social media is playing a key role.
#Cardmitment 2024 – working to share the joy of cards and the importance of an affordable, reliable and regularly nationwide postal service
Children’s bereavement charity Winston’s Wish contacted the GCA as they are seeking partners in the greeting card industry to work with to create a new sympathy range for children. Children are often described as ‘the forgotten mourners’ because they are frequently excluded from having a full and active role in the grieving process. Feedback from…
This popular GCA members event is a great way to meet prospective business partners, network with existing business contacts and keep up to date with current industry issues!
GCA Press release responding to Downing Streets announcement that it “would not countenance” a move to limit postal deliveries to five days a week.