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Sunday trading: To open or not to open?
For eight Sundays, between 22 July and 9 September, shops with a floor space of over 280m2 will not be subject to the traditional “Sunday hours” restrictions.
Making the most of the summer of sport
Sainsbury’s, Next and John Lewis are among the high street giants set to benefit from the forthcoming Olympics, but how will others fare?
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Sales soar at The Entertainer as sector rivals close down
Specialist toy retailer The Entertainer posted a surge in sales in its first quarter as it filled the gap left by closed Woolworths, Early Learning Centre and Hawkin’s Bazaar stores.
Victoria’s Secret races to open London shops for the Olympics
First UK stores to open days before the Games as the retailer aims to capitalise on tourism boom.
John Lewis ups sales guidance after strong first quarter
Department store John Lewis has upped its sales guidance after outperforming the market in its first quarter.
King: Sainsbury's has the edge in the grocery market
Sainsbury’s boss insists the retailer is leading the way on quality and service.
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Uniqlo set to return to profit in 2013 despite widening losses
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Sports Direct reports strong spring sales
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Liberty moves into Westfield to cash in on Olympic footfall
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John Lewis rolls out London Olympics shops to all stores
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Olympic sales effect expected to hit in July
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Olympic night time deliveries given green light
In depth
Analysis: Olympic dream or nightmare?
Debenhams is the latest retailer to question whether the sporting spectacular which is set to take over London in less than 100 days will really bring the benefits that some have forecast.
Hamleys refits to create the ‘world’s best toy shop’
Hamleys’ Regent Street flagship store is being overhauled ahead of the Olympics to make it “the best toy shop in the world”.
London 2012: will retailers benefit?
You don’t need a ticket to gain extra sales from this year’s Olympic Games but, as Mark Faithfull reports, not all retailers stand to benefit from the events taking place in the UK this summer.
The London retail property scene
Big changes are happening in London – both short and long term – and retailing is having to adapt. Ben Cooper reports on the capital’s new up-and-coming shopping areas.
Q&A: Kingfisher boss Ian Cheshire on management restructure
Kingfisher group chief executive Ian Cheshire speaks to Nicola Harrison about the DIY giant’s new management structure, the Olympics - and garden gnomes
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Retail resolutions for 2012
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What challenges does the Olympics bring for retailers?
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In pictures: John Lewis, Westfield Stratford City
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Dr Martens, Westfield Stratford City
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Westfield Stratford City: Best in show
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In pictures: First look at Westfield Stratford City
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Up and running
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The face of east London retail
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Breaking the mould
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In pictures: Westfield Stratford City to showcase new store formats
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In pictures: Westfield Stratford - 2 weeks to go Video
