While some Britons are eager to return to normality and indulge in some retail therapy, others remain anxious about in-store hygiene and safety. Working to protect both shoppers and employees, Primark is changing its retail landscape as lockdown restrictions lift across the UK.

The Black Lives Matter Movement of 2020 is casting the serious lack of inclusion and representation of Black women within the UK’s fashion industry into sharp relief. Recognising the need for change and access, BGIF is giving a leg up to those who have previously struggled to break through.

Amid a surge of Google searches for Black-owned businesses, it's evident that people are seeking them out to show support and give social and ethical purpose to their spending. Google has created a tool to help people locate these brands easily, encouraging owners to promote their differences.

Influencer marketing agency Fanbytes is setting budget aside to elevate the next generation of Black-owned businesses and Black creators through influencer campaigns. With people demanding that companies affect tangible change, Fanbytes is putting its money where its mouth is.