What leading independents learned in 2025: My First Steps, Hurleys, Louis Copeland
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Leading independent retailers look back at 2025. Owner of My First Steps, Alison McGrath; owner of Hurleys, Mark Hurley and managing director of Louis Copeland & Sons, David O'Connor share their views.
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