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Apr- 2021 -20 April
OnBuy appoints Aron Cody-Boutcher as CMO
Online marketplace OnBuy has announced the appointment of Aron Cody-Boutcher as chief marketing officer (CMO) at the group. In the…
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19 April
The ASC launches ‘ShopKind’ campaign to target shopworker abuse
The Association of Convenience Stores (ASC) has launched a new campaign urging the public to “ShopKind” as the reopening of…
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19 April
Dobbies acquires Johnsons Garden Centre
Dobbies, the garden centre retailer, has announced the acquisition of Johnsons Garden Centre for an undisclosed sum. The deal expands…
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19 April
Nike warns retail partners to cut down on reselling
Sportswear giant Nike has reportedly warned its retail partners it will cut off the supply of limited edition trainers to…
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19 April
EG Group acquires Leon in £100m deal
The EG Group, owned by billionaire brothers Mohsin and Zuber Issa, has announced the acquisition of all 70 Leon restaurants…
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19 April
Poundland owner eyes £4bn IPO
Pepco Group, the owner of Poundland and Dealz, is reportedly set to pursue a £3.9bn initial public offering (IPO) on…
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19 April
Studio set to welcome ‘record’ performance in FY21
Studio has provided an update on its “record” trading performance in the year to 26 March 2021 with adjusted pre-tax…
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19 April
Hugo Boss appoints new director of Global Marketing
Hugo Boss has announced the appointment of Miah Sullivan as its new director of Global Marketing and Brand Communications. Sullivan,…
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16 April
Waitrose to train 100 more fishmongers and butchers
Waitrose has announced its plans to train 100 more fishmongers and butchers as it celebrates 40 years since the opening…
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16 April
MusicMagpie plans £208m London float
MusicMagpie, the e-commerce retail business, has announced plans for a £208m float on the London Stock Exchange. The proposed admission…
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