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The Independent
The quarterly newsletter and monthly bulletins from the Association of Cycle Traders.
Packed with news, views and features to keep cycle businesses in the know and up to speed. ActSmart Silver / Gold / Platinum subscribers (inc ACT members) receive The Independent is a standard part of their subscription. Its available by post and online.
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Current Issue
Issue #9
6 November 2008
- Page 36 - BikeBiz November issue
- Cycle sales surge despite economy
- CEN standards update
- Fetch - Developing precious custom
- Looking for staff
- Cost cutting tips
- Campaign on retail crime
Previous Issues
Issue #8
26 September 2008
- Trial of new one page bulletin format
- The profit crunch
- Cytech news
- On the campaign trail
Issue #7
23 July 2008
- View using online reader or standard PDF below
- Publication of 2008 Workshop Survey Results
- Jay Townley on 5 ways to grow your business
- ATG launch training in Wales
- Mark Brown on the challenges of rising staff costs
Issue #6
8 April 2008
- View using our online reader here - or download standard copy below
- Launch of The Cycling Experts promotional campaign
- How to create a unique promotional shop listing
- New Services - utilities and healthcare
- Jay Townley article on iceBike
- View from the counter interview with J P Saville
- View using our online reader here - or download standard copy below
Issue #5
21 November 2007
- Lead article on the expansion of ActSmart and reduced subscriptions
- The first top ten Cytech accredited retailers
- Overview of the new "Cycling Experts" campaign
- View From The Counter interview with Gary Bird from East Street Cycles
- Download a standard copy below or try our new "online reader" here
Issue #4
1 March 2007
- Market Report and key retailer performance figures
- View From The Counter interview with Chris Feltham from Cycle World
- New Cycleguard package
- Dealing with staff sickness
Issue #3
1 November 2006
- Executive Report 2006
- View From The Counter interview with Paul Corcoran from Pennine Cycles
- Overview of new age discrimination laws
Issue #2
1 August 2006
- Announcement of new Cytech promotional strategy
- Launch of new Cytech Retail qualifications
- Impact of Cycling Town on cycle retailer
- View From The Counter interview with Steve Baskerville from Real Cycles
Issue #1
1 May 2006
- Launch of Stop at Red campaign
- Top Health & Safety Myths uncovered
- Refunding deposits and part-payments
- View From The Counter interview with Martin Richardson from South Downs Bikes
