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Lessons from Forever 21’s decline

The collapse of once-iconic brands like Forever 21 serve as a stark warning for fast fashion retailers globally. Having filed…

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Stricter knife sale laws: Problem solver or business burden?

Stricter rules for online retailers selling knives are set to be introduced by the government, along with tougher penalties for…

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Are salary increases the only way to keep retail staff happy?

In the past few weeks a number of retailers including B&Q and Currys have announced that they will be increasing…

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How will the pedestrianisation of Oxford Street benefit retail in the UK?

In the last few months, London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced that the city will be pushing ahead with long-discussed plans…

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Can Boohoo’s rebrand solve its fast fashion woes?

In the run-up to Boohoo announcing its name change to Debenhams Group, the fashion business had battled an onslaught of…

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WHSmith’s high street exit: what it means for the retail industry

After more than 230 years as a staple of British high streets, WHSmith is considering selling off its entire high…

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The decline of UK department stores: can they survive?

The decline of department stores in the UK has been one of the most significant shifts in the retail sector…

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How Trump’s tariffs could affect UK retailers

US President Donald Trump has spent his first few weeks in power threatening to and actioning a number of moves…

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The rising tide of crime in UK stores

2025 has dawned with a bleak reality for the UK retail sector. Once a thriving cornerstone of the high street…

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Are we in the golden age of drinking at home?

The wine retail market has shown surprising resilience over the 2024 Christmas period, with a number of wine-specific groups outperforming…

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