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Coroner calls Pret a Manger labelling ‘inadequate’ in allergy death

Pret A Manger’s allergy labelling has been deemed “inadequate” by the coroner investigating the death of a 15-year-old girl who…

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One in four UK small retail businesses ‘fearful’ of Brexit, research finds

A quarter of small UK retail businesses admit they are “fearful” of Brexit, data from YouGov analysed by Vend has…

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Three further House of Fraser stores to shutter due to ‘greedy landlords’

House of Fraser has announced it is to close three further stores in Hull, Edinburgh and Swindon, with new owner…

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B&M fined record £480,000 for selling knives to children

Discount retailer B&M Bargains has been fined a record amount of £480,000 after two of its stores were found selling…

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Moss Bros’ revenue drops as hot weather and World Cup ‘distraction’ affects sales

Menswear retailer Moss Bros has reported a drop in revenue and sales in its half year financial results, covering the…

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Cath Kidston clarifies store review reports

Cath Kidston has clarified reports that it is to undergo a formal portfolio review and instead said that it is…

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Orla Kiely ceases trading as parent company enters administration

Eponymous handbag and homeware retailer Orla Kiely has ceased trading as of Monday 17 September 2018. Its parent company Kiely…

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How retailers can harness Halloween to drive engagement

Each year Halloween generates a huge amount of hype among consumers, making it a pivotal holiday for retailers. Indeed, Halloween…

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Waitrose & Partners trials two-hour ‘rapid delivery’ service

Waitrose and Partners has launched the trial of a two-hour delivery service in selected London postcodes today (19 September). The…

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John Lewis Oxford Street flagship sees business rates rise 57% in a year

John Lewis’ flagship on Oxford Street, London is expected to see its business rates tax rise from £12.68m to £19.91m…

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