The Works is a value retailer selling arts, crafts, books, stationery and toys at discount prices. It is the UKâs leading discount book retailer. Retail Week provides news, analysis, features and opinion about The Works and the value and general merchandise sectors.
The Works has been accused of attempting to sway a shareholder vote at its AGM by an activist investor.
The Worksâ third-biggest shareholder has encouraged shareholders to vote for a new director at its AGM, after the board recommended a vote against.
The Worksâ third-biggest shareholder has hit back at the retailerâs move to block its retired private equity partner from joining as a director.
The âscreen-freeâ specialist stopped selling through its website in March. Its results for the year to May 3, 2026 showed jumps in revenue and profit
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