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Asmodee UK names new PR partner 

Stripe Communications has been appointed to provide retained PR support across Asmodee’s consumer and trade communications Asmodee UK has appointed Stripe Communications as its new...

The Entertainer secures Barclays funding package through to 2028

The package will support new store openings, international growth, tech upgrades and the relaunch of Meccano  The Entertainer has extended its facilities with Barclays UK...

Ravensburger unveils Dungeons & Dragons – Ravenloft game

The board game is the latest addition to the award-winning Horrified game franchise, and the second in partnership with WOTC’s D&D  Ravensburger has announced Dungeons & Dragons – Ravenloft as the...

Lego readies new Lakeside Essex store 

The 23rd UK Lego store will open at the popular shopping destination this autumn  The Lego Group is set to open a new store at...

Nominations open for 2026 TAGIE Lifetime Achievement honour

Submissions for the prestigious accolade are open until the end of May  Nominations are now open for the prestigious Lifetime Achievement honour at the 2026 Toy &...

Craft Buddy’s Hello Kitty collection rolls out to fans 

The three-phase launch brings Hello Kitty and Friends to life across an exciting array of Craft Buddy formats  Craft Buddy has unveiled a three-part rollout...

Tubbz cosplaying rubber ducks land at Hamleys 

An impressive 5-ft rubber duck draws crowds at the new permanent retail space, featuring licensed collectibles in all Tubbz formats  Tubbz cosplaying rubber duck collectibles...

Alain De Rauw joins Smart Toys & Games

The industry veteran will serve as International Business Development Manager for Smart Toys & Games’ Junior Brands Alain De Rauw has joined Smart Toys &...

Lego weighs anchor on Netflix One Piece S2 sets 

Six new Lego sets inspired by the second season of Netflix’s live-action One Piece show have been unveiled - alongside a Lego One Piece...

Lego named most reputable company for fourth year running 

The toy company took first place in The Global RepTrak 100, a leading benchmark of corporate reputation The Lego Group has been been placed first...