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September 2024

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  Mica Appoints New Chair (Monday 30th September, 2024)
  Mica Appoints Longstanding Independent Retailer Member Joyce Hall to Replace Departing Chair David Morris after 15 Years Service. Mica’s Co-operative held its Annual AGM 14th September at the De Vere Cotswold Waterpark Hotel outside Cirencester as part of its annual Mica Exchange weekend of business and pleasure, including celebrated Exchange networking event...
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  Mica hosts lucky 13th Exchange Weekend for Members & Suppliers (Sunday 15th September, 2024)
  Mica hosted its independent retailers and key supplier partners at the De Vere Cotswold Waterpark Hotel in Gloucestershire. This is the co-operative’s annual weekend of business and pleasure including its celebrated Exchange networking event, Gala Dinner and Awards evening.
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  NOW CLOSED: WIN 100 Pounds of Decorating Vouchers to spend at your local store! (Monday 2nd September, 2024)
  Read the terms and conditions of our Facebook Prize Draw, running between the 2nd and 6th September 2024.
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July 2024

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  NOW CLOSED: WIN a Hug Rug Charcoal Mat & Runner Facebook Competition (Monday 22nd July, 2024)
  We’re giving away a Hug Rug Charcoal Mat & Runner to one lucky winner.
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  STV Announced as Main Event Sponsor for the 2024 Mica Exchange (Monday 15th July, 2024)
  STV Pest Control will take top billing as main event sponsor for the 2024 Mica Exchange, it can be revealed. The Mica Co-operative made the announcement ahead of the September event that sees the groups anticipated gathering of independent retailers and suppliers in the hardware and DIY industry return to the South West.
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June 2024

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  Co-operative Fortnight Returns (Monday 24th June, 2024)
  This year’s Co-op Fortnight is all about growth that you can see and feel in your own community. By choosing your high street Mica shop, you can make a difference to your community by supporting sustainable, local businesses and creating a groundswell of support for co-operatives everywhere. Co-op Fortnight runs from Monday 24th June until Sunday 7th July 2024.
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  WIN an A-Mir Napoli Loveseat (Friday 21st June, 2024)
  NOW CLOSED - We’re giving away an A-Mir Napoli Companion Seat to one lucky winner.
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April 2024

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  NOW CLOSED WIN a One Year RHS Membership (Thursday 25th April, 2024)
  We’re offering up a One-Year RHS Gift Membership, which allows for unlimited visits to all 5 RHS gardens and more.
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March 2024

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  Mica Cooperative Announces Date and Venue for 2024 Exchange Event for Independent Retailers (Friday 15th March, 2024)
  The Mica Cooperative, a leading member-owned hardware and DIY group, has announced the highly anticipated dates and location for its annual Exchange event. This year, the Mica Exchange will take place on 14 - 15th September at the De Vere Cotswold Waterpark Hotel & Spa in the foothills of the Cotswolds outside Cirencester.
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February 2024

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  NOW CLOSED WIN a Portable Mega Sonic Cat Repeller with Big Cheese (Monday 19th February, 2024)
  We’re offering up a Big Cheese Mega Sonic Cat Repeller to one lucky winner per participating store. Go to our Facebook page to enter now!
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November 2023

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  NOW CLOSED Win a Portable Ceramic Heater with Black & Decker (Saturday 25th November, 2023)
  We’re offering up a Black & Decker Portable Ceramic Heater to one lucky winner. Go to our Facebook page to enter now!
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September 2023

• Mica Raises Money for Industry Charity Rainy Day Trust (Friday 29th September, 2023)
  Mica’s Annual Gala Dinner & Awards evening, held in Peebles on the 17th September raised over £1,000 through its raffle for Industry Charity, and Mica’s partner charity The Rainy Day Trust.
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  Mica Exchange Reviewed A Success in Scotland (Sunday 17th September, 2023)
  Independent retailer co-operative Mica DIY gathered for its Mica Exchange, its annual member & supplier event this weekend. It held for the second time in a decade this year in Scotland, this time at the historic Peebles Hydro Hotel & Spa in the Scottish Borders.
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  Tributes Paid to Pradip Dave, 16th August 1950 to 31st August 2023 (Friday 1st September, 2023)
  Mica is sad to announce the death of longstanding Mica member & director Pradip Dave, of Finchley in North London, at the age of 73.
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July 2023

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  NOW CLOSED WIN a Get-away Experience Voucher with Cuprinol Ducksback (Wednesday 12th July, 2023)
  We’re offering up a Buyagift ‘Get-away Experience’ Voucher to one lucky winner, which allows you to choose from a number brilliant experiences, from supercar racing and family days out to a romantic break for two!
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May 2023

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  Rodo Announced as Main Event Sponsor for the 2023 Mica Exchange return to Scotland (Wednesday 10th May, 2023)
  The Mica Cooperative is pleased to announce that Rodo Ltd, a leading supplier of decorating sundry products, has been named as the Main Event Sponsor for the 2023 Mica Exchange. The event, returning to Scotland for the second time this year is a highly anticipated gathering of independent retailers and suppliers in the hardware and DIY industry.
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April 2023

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  NOW CLOSED Childrens Colouring Competition, WIN a Dulux Fluffy Plush Dog! Ts & Cs Included Here (Monday 24th April, 2023)
  Mica stores are running a colouring competition during our Coronation-themed promotion, in association with Dulux. The winner from each participating store will receive a Dulux Fluffy Plush Dog! Get your downloadable templates here. T’s and C’s included here.
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