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Government
Assault of retail staff to be made specific criminal offence
The Government has announced that assaulting a retail worker will be made a standalone criminal offence and serial or abusive…
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Economy
Easter helps retail sales jump 3.5% in March
UK Total retail sales increased by 3.5% year on year in March, as the early Easter helped boost performance for…
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High Street
Number of retailers going insolvent jumps to 2,195, says Mazars
The number of insolvencies of retailers increased 19% in the past year to 2,195 in 2023/24, up from 1,843 in…
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People Moves
John Lewis Partnership appoints Jason Tarry as chairman
The John Lewis Partnership has announced it has appointed ex-Tesco UK boss Jason Tarry as its seventh chairman following Sharon…
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Advice
Navigating the Gen Z Shift in Retail
The retail sector has been hit by a shortage of talent and declining employee motivation over the last few years,…
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High Street
Footfall shows signs of stability as Easter break provides modest boost
March witnessed a modest rise in retail footfall across the UK, with an increase of +1.7% compared to February, signalling…
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Clothing & Shoes
Secret Sales acquires Germany’s Dress-For-Less
Secret Sales, the marketplace for off-price retail in fashion, sportswear and beauty, has continued its international expansion with the acquisition…
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Economy
Shop price inflation falls to lowest level in two years
Shop Price annual inflation eased to 1.3% in March, down from 2.5% in February, marking its lowest level since December…
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People Moves
Travis Perkins’ CEO Nick Roberts to step down
The board of Travis Perkins has revealed that Nick Roberts is set to step down from his role as chief…
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Health & Beauty
Holland & Barrett names new UK&I CEO amid leadership shake up
Holland & Barrett, the health and wellness business, has announced the appointment of Anthony Houghton as its new CEO of…
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