All Retail Week articles in 4 December 2020
Browse all news stories and articles from this date or time period.
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NewsAO boss Roberts: âItâs a daily fight for productâ
AO boss John Roberts has admitted the business is facing a âdaily fightâ to source electrical products as supply chains adapt with the coronavirus crisis and Britainâs exit from the EU.
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NewsDeliveroo appoints Claudia Arney as chair ahead of London float
Deliveroo has named Claudia Arney as its first independent chair in preparation for its 2021 stock market flotation.
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NewsSir Brian Leveson and KPMG to oversee Boohooâs âagenda for changeâ
Boohoo has chosen Sir Brian Leveson PC to provide independent oversight of its âagenda for changeâ following modern slavery allegations against its Leicester factories earlier this year.
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NewsSupermarkets take a stand against racism following Sainsburyâs ad backlash
UK supermarket chains have joined forces to broadcast a number of adverts on Channel 4 as part of an anti-racism message.
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NewsM&S, Pets at Home and Wickes to close on Boxing Day
Marks & Spencer, Pets at Home and Wickes have decided to close their doors on Boxing Day as a thank you to their colleagues after a tough year.
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AnalysisWhy Kingfisherâs NeedHelp acquisition is âmissing piece of the puzzleâ
Home and DIY giant Kingfisher announced the acquisition of French start-up NeedHelp this week, marking its first foray into the services sector.
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AnalysisSix ways to win back lockdown shoppers this Christmas
Research shows 80% of all shoppers that have made a purchase with brands since March have been newly acquired customers. However, these new shoppers are extremely fickle and are shopping around. What can retailers do to attract them back during the biggest online Christmas ever?
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VideoWatch: Donât let pandemic divert digital transformation, warns Halfords IT director
Retailers must remain focused on core digital transformation objectives and avoid chasing the next big tech trend or the pandemic diverting strategy, Halfords IT director Neil Holden has told Retail Week.
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VideoFace time: Steve Murrells on climate change, collaboration and Christmas
The Co-op chief executive Steve Murrells discusses the importance of purpose, its partnerships with Deliveroo and Starship Technologies, and looks ahead to the crucial Christmas trading period.
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AnalysisSix groundbreaking ideas to revive the high street
As non-essential shops reopen, Retail Week looks into what can be done to breathe new life into high streets.
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NewsAshley offers Arcadia a lifeline as Cowgill backs away from Debenhams deal
The imminent collapse of Sir Philip Greenâs Arcadia empire has prompted a domino effect in the high street, with JD Sportsâ rescue bid for Debenhams now in jeopardy.
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NewsShops can extend opening hours in run-up to Christmas, says minister
Communities secretary Robert Jerrick has announced plans to allow shops to open for longer throughout the festive period and into the new year.
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NewsPets at Home acquires telehealth service to boost digital capabilities
Pets at Home has purchased veterinary telehealth provider The Vet Connection in a bid to broaden its online services.
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NewsYoox Net-a-Porter names new chief executive
Luxury fashion etailer Yoox Net-a-Porter has said Geoffroy Lefebvre will take over in January as its new chief executive.
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NewseBay poaches Asos exec for chief marketing officer role
eBay has snapped up Asos global brand officer Eve Williams to helm its UK marketing division with immediate effect.
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OpinionâBlack Friday exposes a divide retailers canât afford to be on wrong side ofâ
Shopify president Harley Finkelstein described retail as a tale of two worlds when he spoke to us last week â the âresistantâ and the âresilientâ.
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NewsArcadia collapses into administration putting 13,000 jobs at risk
Sir Philip Greenâs Arcadia group has tumbled into administration leaving the future of its 13,000 employees hanging in the balance.
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AnalysisRetail Week advent calendar
From December 1 to 24, we reveal some of Retail Weekâs interviews, videos and analysis from a year like no other.
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Retail VoiceThree tips to avoid fines and boost profits selling in the USA
2020 has been a heck of a year but further challenges lie ahead as the pandemic continues to take its toll and retailers attempt to manage restrictions.
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VideoWatch: Consumers want retailers to capture data, says former Figleaves boss
Ecommerce expert Miriam Lahage revealed how retailers can use personalisation to win customer loyalty at Retail Weekâs recent virtual event. Register to view the event for free here.