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Government
MPs take evidence on violence against retail workers
The Home Affairs Committee opened its inquiry into violence against retail workers yesterday (14 April), with MPs taking evidence from…
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High Street
Grocery sales boost retail figures in March
New research has found that grocery sales have boosted overall retail sales in March, despite many categories remaining in decline…
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Sport & Leisure
JD Sports ‘retains profitability’ in FY21
JD Sports has posted a pre-tax profit of £421.3m, before exceptional items, in its financial results for the year to…
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Clothing & Shoes
Tommy Hilfiger opens new stores in Scotland
Hammerson has announced the opening of two new Tommy Hilfiger stores in Scotland, at the retail estate investment company’s flagship…
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People Moves
OnBuy hires new CFO
OnBuy has announced the appointment of James Watts as its new chief financial officer. Watts brings 12 years of experience…
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Supermarkets
M&S outlines lockdown reopening plans
Marks and Spencers has announced its plans to reopen ahead of the retail sector’s return in England and Wales on…
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High Street
UK retail footfall rises as lockdown comes to end
Footfall across all retail destinations in the UK has jumped by 8.5% in the last week, from the week before,…
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Supermarkets
Iceland MD calls for digital sales tax
The boss of Iceland is calling for a digital sales tax to support the British high street’s economic recovery post-lockdown.…
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Supply Chain
IB Group expands Vimto partnership
IB Group has announced it is expanding its partnership with Vimto, the UK sweet brand. The UK’s largest confectionery distributor…
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Government
Retail leaders call for ‘Shop Out to Help Out’ scheme
The Save the Street campaign, supported by the British Fashion Council and retail expert Mary Portas, is calling for the…
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