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NewsFormer M&S boss Stuart Rose tipped to chair Asda board
Former Marks & Spencer supremo Lord Rose is set to become the new chair of Asda as the grocer’s new owners the Issa brothers reshape its board.
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NewsJust Eat and Amazon on hiring spree to meet growing consumer demand
Both Just Eat and Amazon have announced ambitious plans to hire more workers in the coming months.
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NewsMorrisons pension trustees warn of risks around potential takeover
The takeover offers for Morrisons could “potentially weaken” the security of the supermarket’s pension schemes if no additional protections are offered, according to its trustees.
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NewsOcado adds ex-Amazon exec to board to bolster robotics prowess
Ocado has appointed former Amazon president and technology entrepreneur Nadia Shouraboura to its non-executive board in a bid to drive its expertise in AI and robotics.
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NewsMarks & Spencer to keep all stores closed on Boxing Day
Marks & Spencer will keep all 1,000 of its UK and Ireland stores closed on Boxing Day this year to give staff more time to spend with their loved ones.
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Retail VoiceAccelerating the post-pandemic recovery of SMEs
Ensuring that companies have the resources to recover is crucial, says Alex Marsh, head of Klarna UK.
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NewsOcado under fire over on-demand driver wages
Pureplay grocer Ocado has come under fire after it emerged that some of the its Zoom on-demand delivery drivers make less than £5 an hour.
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Future LeadersUnderstanding the ageism problem plaguing retail workforces
As a new report finds those aged 55 and over increasingly feel ‘shut out, forced out and overlooked’ in employment, Retail Week Be Inspired looks at why the industry cannot afford to ignore the potential of the older workforce
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InterviewInterview: Why ManoMano boss Christian Raisson has the right tools to dominate Europe
As the home and DIY sector continues to boom, Retail Week sits down with ManoMano founder and chief executive Christian Raisson to discuss the etailer’s bid for European domination.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How can retail respond to ‘The Great Resignation’?
As retail and hospitality get back to business, something seems to be missing – staff. Dubbed ‘The Great Resignation’ in the US, the UK is also being hit by workers who have had time to take stock over the pandemic and, in many cases, decided to change path.
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OpinionAs Bezos blasts off, how can retailers bring Amazon down to Earth?
The Keynote: As Bezos blasts off, how can retailers bring Amazon down to Earth?
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NewsThe Co-op poaches Tesco executive to lead data and insight team
The Co-operative has appointed former Tesco executive Nick Meagher as head of insight and research.
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NewsAsda eyes Ian McLeod for top job following Burnley exit
Retail veteran and former Asda executive Ian McLeod has reportedly emerged as the frontrunner to succeed Roger Burnley as chief executive of the grocer.
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NewsAsos chair Crozier steps down for rival role
Asos chair Adam Crozier has been appointed chair of BT Group and will stand down from his role at the fashion giant later this year.
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InterviewInterview: Eataly founder Oscar Farinetti on building the world’s first ‘green retail park’
Best known as the charismatic founder of dining and food retail chain Eataly, Oscar Farinetti talks to Retail Week about his newest, eco-friendly Green Pea format and calls on entrepreneurs and businesses to lead the sustainability charge.
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NewsPret a Manger staff considering strike action over pay cuts
Pret a Manger staff are reportedly considering strike action after the food-to-go chain permanently slashed pay despite easing coronavirus restrictions.
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DataData: How the FTSE 100 is failing on boardroom diversity
A newly published survey has found there are no black leaders in c-suite roles at FTSE 100 companies for the first time in six years. Retail Week looks at the numbers highlighting how far the FTSE has to go on boardroom diversity.
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NewsMorrisons to shut all stores on Boxing Day
Supermarket giant Morrisons will shut all of its nearly 500 stores over Boxing Day to reward the hard work of its more than 110,000 frontline staff this year.
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NewsDeliveroo growth beats expectations as it raids Amazon for senior hire
Food delivery specialist Deliveroo has reported growth “materially ahead of expectations” in its first half, when performance proved resilient as Covid restrictions eased.
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AnalysisMichael Murray: The man Mike Ashley is entrusting with the future of Frasers
Who is the man Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley has appointed as his successor and can he turn around the retailer’s fortunes?