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Jul- 2024 -10 July
EWM, Bonmarche and Peacocks return to profitability
The owners of Edinburgh Woollen Mill (EWM), Bonmarche and Peacocks, have revealed that all three brands have returned to profitability.…
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10 July
Dyson to cut up to one third of its UK workforce
Vacuum cleaner maker Dyson is reportedly planning to cut around 1,000 jobs, nearly one third of its UK workforce, following…
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10 July
Travis Perkins appoints Pete Redfern as new CEO
Travis Perkins has announced the appointment of Pete Redfern as its new chief executive officer, following an “extensive and rigorous”…
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10 July
Timpson CEO steps down to focus on new ministerial role
Timpson CEO James Timpson has stepped down from his role at the shoe repair chain company after being recently appointed…
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10 July
Adidas set to announce highest profit in three years
Adidas could be set to announce its highest profit in three years amid success of its Samba and Gazelle trainers,…
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9 July
Today’s news in brief-9/7/24
Amazon’s Coventry warehouse is at the centre of a groundbreaking union recognition ballot involving over 3,000 workers. If successful, this…
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9 July
Montirex to open first pop-up store in Liverpool One
Montirex, the Liverpool-born technical outdoor and sportswear brand, is set to open its first ever pop-up store on Liverpool One’s…
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9 July
Cold weather chills consumer spending in June
UK Total retail sales decreased by 0.2% year on year in June, against an increase of 4.9% in June 2023,…
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9 July
Majestic eyes 125 new store locations
Majestic Wine has revealed that it has identified 125 locations for potential new stores across England, Scotland, Wales and the…
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9 July
Ocado to open third CFC with Aeon
Ocado has announced the continued expansion of its partnership with Aeon with plans to construct a third Customer Fulfilment Centre…
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