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UK vs The World: E-commerce Buying Habits »
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Dos & Donts with international online marketing »
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Before you translate your site, are you ready to export? »
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Funding for E-commerce »
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Taking & making payments in foreign currencies »
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Legal tips for selling abroad with E-commerce »
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Distance Selling and Online Trading »
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E-commerce within the EU – Distance Selling Thresholds »
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Useful Resources
British Retail Consortium
The British Retail Consortium is the lead and the only trade association which covers the whole of the retail industry.
Enterprise Nation
Enterprise Nation is a thoroughly modern business club which helps people turn their good ideas into great businesses.
Grow Global
Grow Global is an independent digital adviser specialising in websites, e-commerce systems, e-marketplaces and social media for international trade.
IMRG
The IMRG is the the UK’s Online Retail Association, helping businesses expand online into overseas markets.
IORMA
The International Omni Retailing Members Association is an innovative association for organisations globally who have interest or involvement in omni channel business.
Tamebay
An eBay news blog and forum, pulling together useful information about the platform and services that affect it.
Department for International Trade
Government agency offering a range of services and events to help you trade online.
Web Retailer
Web Retailer is a free independent portal covering software and services for online sellers.
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