All articles by Ben Cooper – Page 14
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Opinion
Too much security could stifle shopping centre pipeline
The BCSC was right to express concerns last week at proposals for the future of shopping centre security being mooted by the Government.
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News
Three retailers sign for space at Wood Green
Two retailers including a new anchor tenant have signed for space at The Mall Wood Green in north London, while a third is moving to larger premises in the scheme.
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News
New anti-terrorism advice could delay retail development, BCSC warns
The BCSC has expressed concerns that an unfair financial burden imposed on developers by anti-terrorist security legislation could cause delays to key retail schemes.
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Analysis
The new ghost towns on UK high streets
Towns that rely on a few big-name retailers to drive shopper footfall are being marred by voids as spiralling closures hammer trade. Ben Cooper visits some of the worst affected areas to assess the fallout
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Opinion
Now the UK needs a ban on upward-only rent reviews
There hasn’t been much cheer coming out of Ireland over the last year, but the news that upward-only rent reviews have been banned in the Republic of Ireland will definitely have heartened retailers with stores there.
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News
Boris Johnson hails John Lewis decision to anchor Westfield Stratford
Mayor of London Boris Johnson attended a topping out ceremony of the new John Lewis department store Westfield’s shopping centre development at the Olympic Park in Stratford, east London, this morning.
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Analysis
Sales techniques: Handle shoppers with care
As shoppers cut back their budgets, the way they shop is changing. So should store staff be adjusting their sales techniques? Ben Cooper reports
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News
Italy’s Jfour jean brand kicks off UK offensive
Italian designer jeans brand Jfour is to open its first UK standalone shop tomorrow and is gearing up for a rapid expansion in this country.
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Opinion
Darwinian climate will be good for retail in the end
Looking at the main stories on Retail Week’s property page online you sometimes wouldn’t guess that there was a recession on. Much of the news is what we all want to see more of – good old fashioned expansion stories.
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News
Mobile operator Orange builds larger high street presence
Mobile phone operator Orange is forging ahead with its expansion drive as it seeks to increase its footprint on the high street.
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News
Focus weighs up options for costly closed stores
Struggling DIY chain Focus is exploring “all avenues” as it seeks to shake off the £12m-a-year strain its 20-plus closed stores are putting it under.
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News
Scribbler to grow as it eyes cheap deals
Card retailer Scribbler is forging ahead with expansion plans that will extend its reach across the UK, despite the gloom in the greetings card sector.
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Analysis
Newcastle: Retailers’ move to Eldon Square extension leaves voids in existing centre
An ambitious project to extend Newcastle’s largest shopping centre is under way, but as Ben Cooper reports, while lettings are going well, the older part of the centre is set to struggle
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News
Sainsbury's London office evacuated after fire alert
Sainsbury’s head office was evacuated last night after smoke in a basement room set off the building’s fire alarm.
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Four retailers sign for space at Aberdeen Union Square scheme
Four retailers have signed up for space at Hammerson’s Union Square in Aberdeen, the shopping centre project due for completion this autumn.
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Asda property development director to leave in autumn
Asda property development director Rob Swyer is to leave the retailer after 10 years’ service.
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Analysis
Streets of shame
Some of the UK’s most celebrated streets are a shadow of their former selves. And while the recession is partly to blame, other factors are at work. Retail Week looks at why three of the UK’s most prestigious retail locations have taken a turn for the worse and if the ...
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News
McArthurGlen lands Glasgow Airport deal
Outlet mall developer McArthurGlen has unveiled plans for its first UK airport operation, in Glasgow, and is in talks to secure a further wave of sites across the country.
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News
LK Bennett to launch new concept store at Bluewater
Footwear and fashion brand LK Bennett is to launch a new format store at Bluewater as a precursor to a wider roll-out across the country.
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News
CBI: rejection of business rates amendment ‘will damage local economies’
MPs have attracted criticism for rejecting amendments to a bill designed to protect businesses’ right to veto business rates levies.