Cover Story: Sirius Buying Group
Retain your independence with Sirius Buying Group
As the latest report from OBR reveals that GDP growth is forecast to reach 2.0% in 2026, empowering independent business owners is now more important than ever. And, as expectations regarding service, product knowledge and delivery continue to evolve, the independent retailer needs to be able to cater to an increasingly diverse UK population with confidence and a true point of difference.
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ark Veysey, Operations Director at Sirius Buying Group adds, “We
truly believe we offer the strongest and most comprehensive proposition for our Members, with a carefully curated selection of Approved Suppliers delivering exceptional products, value, and support. This is further enhanced by our Approved Service Providers, whose specialist expertise and cost-saving solutions perfectly complement our offering. In today’s competitive and fast-evolving market, the ability to regularly present these opportunities to our Members is more important than ever — helping them stay ahead, adapt quickly, and thrive whilst, most importantly, retaining their independence.” Looking ahead to 2026, the group gives mention to the exciting new partnership with the British Independent Retailers Association, where all new and existing qualifying Members of the group will be automatically subscribed to Bira and benefit from a combined Sirius and Bira membership. The new partnership between Sirius and Bira
was unveiled at the recent Sirius AGM & Trade Show in September 2025, and provides key
benefits to Sirius Members to shape a better future for UK independent retailers. Mark Veysey, Operations Director at Sirius Buying Group says, “Our business focuses on the support and growth of our members, which is why it makes total sense for us to partner with Bira, whose mission has always been to unite
in support of the independent retail sector. To be able to provide this extra level of support will not only introduce new avenues for our Members to keep their businesses agile but also furnish them with all the perks that come with a combined Sirius and Bira membership.” Features and benefits in addition to Sirius’
current approved service providers which include Merchant Services, Business Insurance, Waste Removal, Utilities, Telecoms, Warranties and Shopfitting Bira offers Legal & HR, Vehicle Finance, Delivery Platform, Business Breakdown Cover, Business Rates Review, Opcharge - EV Charging, Rent & Lease Review, Private Medical Insurance, Workplace Pensions, Facial Recognition Security, Instore Music, Review Management Platform, Customer Rental Solutions, Consumer finance and more! Jeff Moody, CEO of Bira says, “Becoming a
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