Covid-19

John Lewis extends Co-op partnership

John Lewis has announced plans to extend its click-and-collect delivery partnership with the Co-op to over 500 stores by the…

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BFC calls on government support of fashion industry

The British Fashion Council (BFC) has called on the government to provide more support for Britain’s fashion industry in the…

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Effective stock management is key to retail revival

Following the optimism of non-essential high street shops reopening in mid-June, pessimism remains about near-term sales. The CBI’s monthly Distributive…

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Intu the unknown: The future of the shopping centre

Saddled with unsustainable levels of debt and lacking rental income over the past two quarters due to Covid-19 restrictions, Intu…

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Asos to consider legal action against Leicester supplier

Asos is reportedly considering legal action against a Leicester supplier after it was found to be in breach of its…

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Next set for Victoria’s Secret UK takeover

Next has reportedly agreed an outline deal to acquire the UK arm of Victoria’s Secret, fending off competition from Marks…

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Burberry to slash 500 roles amid Q1 sales slump

Burberry is reportedly set to slash almost 500 roles worldwide to support a £55m cost-cutting effort, amid sliding retail sales.…

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Aldi doubles Deliveroo trial size

Aldi is extending its current trial with Deliveroo into 11 new stores, including five more in London and launching in…

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Asos reports 10% sales rise during lockdown

Online fashion retailer Asos has reported a 10% increase in group sales to £1.01bn amid the Covid-19 pandemic and has…

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Risk, regulation and reputation: The three ‘R’s for retailers

The three ‘R’s are the building blocks for our children’s education. The joy of re-visiting these as a parent-teacher in…

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