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Furlough – what next?
The Government’s Job Retention Scheme was set up urgently to support employers and protect employees during lockdown. Such state intervention,…
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How the supply chain might look after Covid-19
Strategy changes For many, we are likely to see a re-assessment in supply chain strategies. Reliance upon global supply chains…
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Homebase reopens 20 stores
DIY retailer Homebase has revealed it has reopened 20 of its stores across the UK after it was deemed an…
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Oasis and Warehouse fall: Will the coronavirus pandemic force my business into insolvency?
With the involuntary closure of many businesses forced by the UK-wide lockdown, previously successful companies are beginning to feel the…
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Hammerson’s £400m retail park disposal in doubt as Orion stalls
Hammerson has revealed its previously agreed £400m sale of seven of its retail parks has been put in doubt after…
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The role of the physical store post-lockdown
The role of the physical store post-lockdown Retailers have been hit by an escalating “perfect storm” of issues recently –…
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Gordon Brothers rescues Laura Ashley from administration
Embattled retailer Laura Ashley has been rescued from administration by global investment firm Gordon Brothers for an undisclosed sum. Gordon…
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The importance of strategic and empathetic furloughing
We’re hoping that we’re not going to have to furlough. We’re very fortunate in that we are still doing a…
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John Lewis furloughs 14,000 members of staff
John Lewis Partnership (JLP) has revealed it has furloughed over 14,000 members of staff and will slash over £200m from…
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How brands can use feedback to excel CX in the post-coronavirus world
The coronavirus lockdown is likely to change consumers’ relationships with brands in all kinds of ways. With a third of…
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