Blogs
Thought provoking and relevant, our blog has regular insight into all our sectors

The next big thing – the multi-site regional pub operator
Ever since the Romans first established the roadside “wine bar” in 43 AD, the pub has evolved, changed and adapted to its environment.
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Independent operators discuss restaurant sector trends at industry roundtable
At a roundtable discussion hosted by Christie & Co and Goodman Derrick on 7th June 2018, independent operators from within the restaurant sector gathered to discuss the key issues and developments in the industry, plus the current casual dining crunch facing many chains.
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Has the Scottish nursery sector reached a crisis point?
A bold plan, a new idea, “universal childcare for Scotland” – a wonderful sound bite but who picks up the bill? Has the nursery sector in Scotland has reached a ‘crisis point?’
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Private dental practices in vogue as buyers seek out quality
This article was first published in Dentistry on 07 June 2018.
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The rise of the multi-faceted leisure destination
While some sectors have struggled as consumer spending has seen a highly publicised drop in recent years, a trend has emerged that shows shifting spending habits in the UK, as the public often prefer to spend their hard-earned wages on experiences rather than material goods.
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The UK pubs sector – prime for investment
The UK pubs sector has received some bad press in the past decade, and as a result can get overlooked by investors. In reality, the sector is currently in rude health, with excellent returns on the horizon.
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Christie & Co hosts inaugural ‘Prescription for success’ event
On 17 May 2018, Christie & Co and Christie Finance hosted ‘Prescription for success’ in South Birmingham, with guest speakers from Neil Jones, Director at Ansons Solicitors and Kevin Corey, Director at AGS Accountants.
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Business bites – brokering the right deal
This article was first published in Dentistry on 24 May 2018.
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What impact is the 30 hours free childcare policy having on nurserys?
From September 2017, three and four year olds of working parents in England have been eligible for 1140 hours of government-funded childcare per year, the equivalent of 30 hours per week over 38 weeks of the year.
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An update on the garden centre market in the UK
As the weather begins to brighten, Steve Rodell, Managing Director – Retail at Christie & Co reflects on the current state of the garden centre market and highlights how much the sector is diversifying.
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