All articles by Megan Robinson – Page 24
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AnalysisNew BRC manifesto outlines how retail can drive economic growth
The retail sector has been battling rising crime, Budget policies, shop closures and higher costs.
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NewsPart-time retail jobs ‘at risk’ due to the impact from the Budget
Around one in 10 part-time jobs could be at risk due to the impact of the Budget and upcoming regulatory changes, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) warned.
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NewsRetail media for c-stores gains three times more attention than larger retailers
A new study has revealed that retail media in convenience stores gains triple the amount of attention when compared to larger retail stores.
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NewsJust Eat is being acquired by a Dutch-based technology investment firm
Takeaway and delivery platform Just Eat has agreed to a €4.1bn (£3.4bn) takeover by a Dutch-based technology investor, Prosus.
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NewsThe Original Factory Shop has been bought by Hobbycraft’s owner
The Original Factory Shop has been purchased by Modella Capital, the owner of retailer Hobbycraft.
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NewsThe Perfume Shop is expanding its partnership with Deliveroo
The Perfume Shop and Deliveroo are expanding their retail partnership to further locations following the recent success of the first rollout.
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NewsAmazon is adding Adidas to its Buy with Prime service
Amazon has expanded its Buy with Prime service, a direct-to-consumer facility offering to include Adidas this year.
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NewsDolce & Gabbana has opened a ‘world first’ beauty and accessories store
Luxury brand Dolce & Gabbana has opened a “first-of-its-kind” store combining beauty and accessories in London.
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NewsThe Very Group has delivered an ‘improved performance’ as profit grows
The Very Group has recorded an “improved performance” as it saw profits rise but its revenue slipped.
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AnalysisCharging ahead: How BP is changing the face of forecourts
As BP opens its first retail site in Europe where it’s replaced fuel pumps with electric vehicle (EV) chargers, Retail Week visits its Hammersmith forecourt to find out more about the offering and how this will drive future rollouts.
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NewsCurrys and Deloitte have teamed up to encourage tech recycling
Currys has collaborated with Deloitte on the firm’s new ‘recycle for good’ campaign to encourage its 25,000 UK staff to recycle old tech at Currys stores.
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GalleryTurkish retailer Ebebek has opened 'the UK’s largest baby and parent store'
Turkish baby and parenting retailer Ebebek has opened its largest UK flagship store in Greenwich.
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NewsThe Perfume Shop has recorded strong Valentine’s sales
The Perfume Shop has reported higher sales in the lead-up to Valentine’s Day as consumers flocked to the stores to buy gifts.
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AnalysisSt David’s Square: What to expect from the £17m investment in Cardiff’s retail destination
Institutional landlord Landsec has received approval for a £17m investment in a new pedestrianised city square in Cardiff.
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NewsLandsec to transform a former Debenhams into a city square
Institutional landlord Landsec has received planning permission from Cardiff City Council to develop a former Debenhams into a city square, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsTHG’s creative agency has appointed a new senior vice president
THG Studios, the creative agency part of THG Ingenuity, has appointed a new senior vice president to “spearhead growth”.
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NewsJigsaw’s chief executive has resigned after 15 months in the role
The chief executive of Jigsaw has resigned from his role after 15 months at the helm.
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NewsPerfume and makeup have outranked wine and chocolate as top Valentine’s gifts
New Shopify data has revealed that perfume and makeup are the most popular gifts this Valentine’s Day in the UK.
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GalleryAmazon has opened a new store focused on health and beauty
Amazon has made its debut in Italy after opening “Amazon Parafarmacia & Beauty”, featuring a selection of beauty, personal care products, innovative in-store services, and expert advice.
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NewsA luxury west London street has completed its £46m transformation
A west London street specialising in luxury has completed its transformation worth £46m in investment.