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...
Following the huge success of Pride in London last year where we handed out over 10,000 greeting cards to the cheering crowds, we’re delighted to announce that we’re doing it all again… TWICE!
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...
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
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
The 2024 Father’s Day Toolkit contains downloadable resources and POS to help with online and offline marketing.
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.
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...
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,...
Press release issued 27th February 2024
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 are excited to announce a Litho Workshop taking place on Tuesday 4th July 2023
The 2024 annual GCA Conference and AGM will be held in Bristol on Thursday 19th September 2024 at the Bristol Harbour Hotel.
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...
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.
Press release from Greeting Card Association reacting to Ofcom review rumours
The GCA have continued to meet regularly with the Hyve team as they plan for this show, relaying members' feedback and discussing ways to ensure buyers and exhibitors are attended to. Hyve have confirmed that parking at the NEC will continue to be free for everyone...