More on Me + Em – Page 240
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NewsMothercare records drop in sales as it ‘continues refinancing’
Mothercare has posted a decline in revenue and international sales as it continues efforts to “refinance the group” and ensure “adequate and appropriate financing for the future”.
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NewsUK consumer confidence increases despite ‘ongoing cost-of-living concerns’
UK consumer confidence rose by six points in November, despite “ongoing cost of living concerns” impacting many customers.
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Opinion‘It would be great if new Marble Arch store played a part in M&S’ property transformation’
There was satisfaction among Marks & Spencer chiefs this week as the retailer won a judicial review of secretary of state for levelling up, housing and communities Michael Gove’s decision to block redevelopment of its Marble Arch flagship.
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NewsFormer Wilko owner and bosses to face MPs over collapse
Wilko bosses, which includes former owner Lisa Wilkinson, will be called in front of a parliamentary committee after the chain collapsed in August.
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NewsMore shoppers targeting Black Friday deals for Christmas shopping
More than four times the number of shoppers plan to do the majority of their Christmas shopping this Black Friday weekend this year compared to 2022.
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NewsDepop launches pop-up store programme in time for Christmas trade
Fashion marketplace Depop is to open a raft of pop-up stores in high profile retail locations.
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GalleryIn pictures: The most eye-catching Christmas shop windows
Escapism and the feelgood factor feature strongly in this year’s store Christmas windows in a year that has been difficult for many people.
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GalleryStore gallery: Asos’ first ‘In Real Life’ physical store
Pureplay fashion giant Asos is due to make its first-ever foray into physical retail, opening its four-storey, central London pop-up to coincide with Black Friday weekend.
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NewsAsos interim chief people officer steps down
Asos interim chief people officer Caroline Ross has stepped down after one year at the business.
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AnalysisRetail blasts autumn statement that ‘puts final nail in coffin for high street’
Despite chancellor Jeremy Hunt hailing the autumn statement as the “biggest business tax cut in modern British history,” the response from the retail sector has been uncharacteristically direct.
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AnalysisWarehouse wars: how the cost-of-living crisis has impacted retail supply chains
With shoppers holding on to their purse strings tighter than ever, Retail Week explores the impact the cost-of-living crisis is having on retailers’ supply chains.
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NewsIkea launches mattress recycling programme
Ikea is offering a new circular recycling service to transform old mattresses into reusable raw materials.
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NewsDeliveroo not bound by law to engage with unions
Deliveroo cannot be legally compelled to engage with a union representing its riders for collective bargaining, Supreme Court judges have ruled.
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NewsGovernment increases minimum wage to £11.44 per hour
The government has said it will increase the minimum wage to £11.44 per hour from April next year.
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NewsKingfisher issues profit warning as French market struggles
DIY giant Kingfisher has lowered its full-year profit guidance, saying that market trends in France have been “weaker than expected”.
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Opinion‘UK retail has all the ingredients to maximise the opportunities of AI’
From supplier negotiations to store operations, AI offers retailers the chance to reap big benefits, believes Matt Truman
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Retail VoiceFive steps to successful brand collaboration
From maintaining clear communication to measuring success, Foot Anstey’s Alexandra Hammond looks at the best ways to partner with other businesses
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NewsExclusive: Fenwick rules out lease on former House of Fraser store after talks fall through
Department store chain Fenwick has walked away after talks to take on the former House of Fraser store in Guildford, Surrey fell through.
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NewsTikTok Shop partners with Royal Mail
TikTok Shop has partnered with Royal Mail to roll out Click & Drop for merchants on the platform.