We are not using our historic categories, instead we are celebrating altruism and innovation and we have received lots of entries demonstrating this.

Toy Retailer of the Year Awards 2020 - BTHA Winners of the Toy Retailer of the Year Awards 2020 - BTHA

Our members make an annual commitment to reduce their environmental impact across product and packaging design, production and distribution wherever possible. BrexitThe BTHA has been engaged with Westminster and Whitehall throughout the Brexit process to represent members views, inform policy decisions on the toy industry’s concerns, and translate information from government into guidance for members.

Andrew Laughton, Chairman of the BTHA commented: “It has been incredibly heart-warming reading through all the inspiring efforts by individuals and retailers who have shown great creativity, selflessness and spirit whilst adjusting to keep not only the toy industry going but also helping those in need during these difficult times. It is awarded to individuals who have made a truly outstanding and significant contribution to the toy industry. We require members to sign our Code of Practice each year to ensure that they commit to responsible and ethical marketing to children and their families, as well as providing them with the best advice and tips on how to comply with the latest rules and regulations.

Armadillo Toy - Etsy UK Armadillo Toy - Etsy UK

We have Giant Numbers in 11 different colours and our range of printed balloons include ages from 1 to 100, new baby, christening and birthday. Organised by the BTHA with the Toy Retailers Association, the event takes place annually during Toy Fair in January. Clearpay lends you a fixed amount of credit so you can pay for your purchase over 4 instalments, due every 2 weeks. The Association promotes the highest standards of safety and quality in the manufacture of toys, games and playthings. Toy Industry AwardsThe Toy Industry Awards celebrate the very best in UK toy retail and product design.BTHA Lifetime AchievementThe BTHA Lifetime Achievement Award is presented only in exceptional circumstances. Golden TeddiesSeen as the 'People's Oscars', BTHA Golden Teddy Awards are given to reward worthy individuals from all levels of the toy industry whose individual contribution and dedication over the years deserves public recognition. We also facilitate contributions to discussions on offering services, play and communications with children and their families. Phil Ratcliffe, President of the BTHA and Chair of the Retailer of the Year judging panel, commented: “This is a change from our usual awards. Data ProtectionWe provide information for members to help them to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation.

Toy Armadillo - Etsy

We made a conscious decision this year in the retail landscape to take a completely different tack on the Retailer of the Year awards and celebrate the retailers who have gone the extra mile. Code of PracticeBTHA Members make an annual commitment to the BTHA's Code of Practice which covers ethical manufacturing, compliance with appropriate legislation as well as a commitment to reduce their environmental impact. This Armadillo soft toy has stuffing made from recycled PET and other high making it great for the environment. The real winner this year was toy retail in general and we are grateful to the whole toy industry who have done masses this year.About UsThe BTHA exists to promote best practice and excellence in all aspects of product design, toy safety, ethical manufacturing, environmental issues and responsible marketing and by so doing protect and promote the interests of our members. To ensure these toys are safe for the users, we have produced a guidance document for members to refer to when manufacturing the toys to help them manage the risks associated with connected toys.