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Dec- 2020 -18 December
Boohoo executives pledge to ‘fix things’ following scandal
Boohoo executives have reiterated their intentions to “fix things” at the company after a series of allegations over workers’ pay…
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18 December
Frasers Group will not make formal bid for Mulberry
Frasers Group has announced that it will not be making a formal bid for Mulberry after ongoing rumours of a…
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18 December
Retail sales down 3.8% in November
Retail sales in November were down 3.8% compared to the previous month, according to the latest figures published by the…
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18 December
John Lewis Partnership appoints Rita Clifton CBE as deputy chair
The John Lewis Partnership has announced that Rita Clifton CBE has been appointed as the group’s next deputy chairman. Clifton…
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17 December
Furlough scheme extended until April 2021
The furlough scheme has been extended until the end of April 2021 with the government continuing to contribute 80% towards…
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17 December
Internet Fusion create a packaging process that is over 99% plastic-free
Internet Fusion Group, a leading lifestyle e-commerce retailer with brands such as Surfdome and Country Attire, have created a sustainable…
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17 December
Restrictions widen as millions enter Tier 3
UK government officials have announced that the majority of the South East and East of England will enter Tier 3…
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17 December
Watches of Switzerland profits soar in H1
Watches of Switzerland has reported an increase in its half-year profits, with profit rising to £36.2m in the 26 weeks…
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17 December
Julian Dunkerton named permanent CEO at Superdry
Superdry has announced that founder Julian Dunkerton has been appointed as CEO on a permanent basis, replacing his interim contract…
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17 December
Lidl adverts ‘misleading’, rules ASA
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has ruled that the recommended retail prices (RRP) in a series of Lidl adverts were…
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