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John Lewis stores to close for first time in 155 years

John Lewis Partnership has announced the temporary closure of all John Lewis stores in light of the coronavirus pandemic. All…

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UK supermarkets appeal for ‘considerate’ spending

British food retailers have written a joint letter urging customers to practice “considerate” spending amid the coronavirus outbreak. The letter…

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John Lewis profits plummet 23% in full-year results

The John Lewis Partnership saw profits plummet by 23% to £123m for the year ended 25 January 2020, resulting in…

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Waitrose launches online roll-out programme

Waitrose has announced the launch of its new national online roll-out programme, which will add Waitrose.com online delivery service to…

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Waitrose named top UK grocer, Asda wallows in bottom place

Waitrose has been rated the best UK in-store supermarket for the second year in a row in Which?’s annual supermarket…

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eBay, O2, Sainsbury’s, Halfords, Nandos set to speak at the UK’s no. 1 digital retail show

Retail professionals from eBay, O2, Sainsbury’s, Halfords, Nandos and Depop are among the big brand speakers at IRX (InternetRetailing Expo),…

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Ocado ditches Waitrose; Bill gates orders £500m beast-yacht; Boris to lower immigration wage threshold

A busy start to the week in the business pages. As the coronavirus story unfolds I am reluctant to spend…

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Who would have thought skinny jeans could be anyone’s undoing?

It’s not often that the business pages give you a good belly laugh. But today we have the spectacle of…

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John Lewis boss steps down amid poor Christmas sales

John Lewis Partnership has announced its managing director, Paula Nickolds, will step down amid “weak” sales over the Christmas period.…

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Should retailers be banking on the concept store?

Pop-up and concept stores could be key to boosting profitability over the festive season and throughout the year ahead, allowing…

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