All Policy & legal articles – Page 105
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NewsSir Philip Green demands apology as BHS blame battle continues
Sir Philip Green has demanded an “immediate apology” from MP Frank Field following public accusations he made against the former BHS owner.
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NewsConsumer confidence resilient in the aftermath of the EU referendum
Consumer confidence remained unchanged in the days following the EU referendum, but confidence in job security fell considerably.
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AnalysisIn quotes: BHS inquiry slams Sir Philip Green, Chappell and advisers
Sir Philip Green has been mauled by MPs for his role in the collapse of BHS. Retail Week picks out the key quotes from the MPs’ report.
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AnalysisAnalysis: The major business benefits of ethical retailing
Morality in retail is under scrutiny like never before and shoppers are increasingly concerned by the impact their choices have on the planet.
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NewsAnalysis: What the MPs' report on BHS' demise means for retail
Tycoon Sir Philip Green has been savaged by MPs for his role in the collapse of department store chain BHS earlier this year.
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NewsSir Philip Green's knighthood under review after BHS collapse
Former BHS owner Sir Philip Green’s knighthood is being reviewed in the aftermath of the department store chain’s collapse.
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AnalysisIn quotes: Sports Direct slammed in BIS Committee report
Sports Direct has been condemned by MPs over its working practices by the Business Innovation and Skills committee. Retail Week picks out key quotes from the report.
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VideoThe Retail Week: Sports Direct inquiry, Tesco's Farm brands and Pokemon Go
This week the team looks into the Sports Direct inquiry, argues their views on the Tesco Farm foods row and assesses the impact of Pokemon Go.
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NewsMPs to 'hold Ashley's feet to the fire' over working practices
Sports Direct tycoon Mike Ashley has been condemned by MPs over working practices at the retailer.
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NewsSports Direct pay investigation widened to include shop workers
HMRC’s investigation into the pay of Sports Direct’s warehouse staff is being extended to include the retailer’s store employees.
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NewsBRC hands chairman reins to former Boots boss Richard Baker
Former Boots boss Richard Baker has been appointed chairman of the British Retail Consortium (BRC), to replace Sir Charlie Mayfield.
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NewsOnline retail sales soar as Brexit uncertainty fails to dampen fashion sales
Shoppers moved from bricks to clicks last month as online sales jumped amid tumbling high street footfall.
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NewsArcadia may attempt block of BHS administrator appointment
Arcadia may try to block the appointment of a second administrator to collapsed chain BHS because it believes it would be a waste of creditors’ money.
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OpinionOpinion: Claims that Tesco's Farm brands are misleading insult shoppers
The row over Tesco’s introduction of seven apparently “misleading” Farms brands has taken another somewhat ridiculous turn.
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NewsSir Philip Green: I did not block sale of BHS to Sports Direct’s Mike Ashley
Sir Philip Green has written to MPs saying that he did not attempt to block the sale of BHS to Sports Direct’s owner, Mike Ashley.
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NewsSainsbury’s wins case against Mastercard over credit card fees
Sainsbury’s is set for a £68.5m pay-out from Mastercard following a landmark competition case regarding credit and debit card payments.
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NewsNext boss Wolfson warns reducing immigration would damage the UK economy
Next chief executive Lord Wolfson has said that a big reduction in immigration post-Brexit would damage the UK economy.
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VideoThe Retail Week: Theresa May, Steinhoff's Poundland bid and SuperGroup
The Retail Week team discuss how the Cabinet reshuffle will affect the industry, what’s in store for Poundland and SuperGroup’s sales leap.
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NewsGreg Clark named new business secretary in cabinet reshuffle
Greg Clark has been appointed as secretary of state for business, energy and industrial strategy in Theresa May’s cabinet.
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AnalysisTheresa May’s shopping list: what policies can retailers expect?
Britain has its first female Prime Minister in 26 years with the arrival of former Home Secretary Theresa May at 10 Downing Street.