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Voices of experience
This will be the first downturn many retailers have worked through, but there are those who have been here before. Some of retail’s most distinguished names tell Charlotte Hardie in their own words how to deal with a slowdown.
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Is this really the worst of times?
As Alistair Darling’s sobering comments on the downturn hit home, George MacDonald asks industry experts what truth lies behind the figures and what the impact will be for retail.
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Keeping the peace
The debate over quarterly rents has pitched landlords against tenants, but the new president of the British Property Federation maintains that relations are better than ever. Tim Danaher meets him.
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Right skills, right place?
Retailers argue that it is difficult to recruit and retain the range of skills they need within their IT departments. But is turning to outsourcers really the answer? Joanna Perry reports.
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Another week, another wooden store. But supermarket giant Sainsbury’s latest eco-store at Dartmouth really does mark a new chapter in green retailing. John Ryan reports.
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Sitting pretty
Furniture chain Dwell achieved record sales last month at a time when most retailers in the sector are struggling. Founder Aamir Ahmed tells Nicola Harrison how he does it.
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Brits abroad
The Olympics have reminded us all how great it is to be British, but shoppers around the world love what we stand for. Charlotte Hardie discovers how we can capitalise on their enthusiasm for all things British.
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The discounters are the biggest story in retail right now, but Aldi boss Paul Foley doesn’t want to be bracketed with Lidl and Netto. Jennifer Creevy meets him and finds out why.
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Back on the map
Dublin is starting out on a transformation that will give the city centre the prominence it deserves. Ben Cooper profiles the two big schemes set to light up the Irish capital.
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A Woman's Touch
Female-led categories are netting the highest growth rates online, so should web sites be adapted to suit how women shop? Joanna Perry finds out.
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Small stores with a big impact
Making the most of your shop with limited space is never easy, but it can be done. John Ryan visits two strong new examples.
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Do your research
In tough times insight into customers is more important than ever, because it enables retailers to give shoppers exactly what they want. Liz Morrell finds out how it can help steal a march on rivals.
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On a health kick
Lloydspharmacy managing director Richard Smith believes that high street pharmacists have a growing role supporting the NHS. Jennifer Creevy meets him.
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With marketing budgets feeling the pinch, retailers may be thinking twice about signing celebrities to front their brand. Charlotte Hardie asks when they’re worth it and how they can be put to best use
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Will Best Buy be best in UK?
News of Best Buy’s UK launch has caused a storm, but will it really transform electricals retailing? Joanna Perry speaks to Best Buy chief Bob Willett about how it plans to replicate its US success.
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Olympic hopefuls
As the London 2012 Olympics nears, British retailers need to prepare themselves for a once in a lifetime opportunity. Lisa Berwin reports.
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From its humble beginnings as a battery charging enterprise in Hull, Comet has flourished into a multichannel pioneer. Charlotte Hardie takes a look back on its 75th anniversary.
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Nike goes for gold
As the Beijing Olympics enters its second week, Nike Town’s Oxford Street flagship is making the most of the event. And the store is in seriously good shape, as John Ryan discovers.
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Born survivor
A science degree, years in hospitality retailing and a passion for survival skills are all proving useful in Paul Mildenstein’s role at Claire’s Accessories. Charlotte Hardie meets him.
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Family affair
With his technology nous, Scott Weavers-Wright makes the ongoing development of niche multichannel retailer Kiddicare look like child’s play. Joanna Perry visits his new superstore.