All Property articles – Page 305
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NewsGrowth in number of shop vacancies slowing
The number of stores on UK high streets lying vacant has risen by 0.4% to 12.6% in the three months to August.
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NewsFocus wins backing for CVA
The future of embattled DIY group Focus has been secured after creditors today supported a proposal for a company voluntary arrangement (CVA).
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Toy chain to up store portfolio by 50%
Toy chain Conways Toymaster is to increase its store portfolio 50% as it opens eight shops in the run-up to the key Christmas trading period.
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NewsOtto seeks new HQ as it modernises UK arm
Home shopping group Freemans Grattan Holdings (FGH) is seeking a new, modern head office as part of its plan to modernise its business.
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NewsLK Bennett to roll out new look
Upmarket women’s fashion retailer LK Bennett is to roll out its new-look store design that it unveiled at its 2,670 sq ft shop in Bluewater last month.
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AnalysisDoes David Cameron think retail?
Many retailers are disillusioned with Labour rule in the downturn but would a Conservative government led by David Cameron really be the answer to their woes?
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NewsJessops hires chief executive as restructuring nears end
Jessops has appointed Select Property managing director Trevor Moore as chief executive while questions continue over the retailer’s future as a quoted company.
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NewsDutch fashion player signs for iconic store
Dutch fashion retailer The Sting has confirmed it will make its UK debut next spring in the iconic Tower Records store on the corner of Piccadilly Circus and Regent Street, as predicted in Retail Week (May 1).
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NewsWeak property market and good sales prompt HobbyCraft growth
Arts and crafts retailer HobbyCraft is doubling the rate of its store expansion programme on the back of strong sales and a weak property market. The retailer will open at least eight stores in the year to February 2010. Traditionally the retailer has opened just four a year.
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NewsDutch fashion retailer The Sting signs first UK store
Dutch fashion retailer The Sting has confirmed it will open its first UK shop in the famous Tower Records store on London’s Regent Street.
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OpinionWhy don’t malls work for retail’s emerging stars?
Despite common perception, there are some very successful up-and-coming retailers. The problem for landlords is that the big malls don’t work for them.
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NewsRetail helps stem British Land losses
Losses at shopping centre and retail park owner British Land have been stemmed in its first quarter, helped by a robust performance by its retail assets.
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Fashion sales boost Bluewater performance in July
Bluewater shopping centre experienced a 2.1 per cent uplift in sales in July on the back of rising fashion sales.
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NewsCult to open flagship at St. David's
Fashion chain Cult will open its first UK flagship store in the new St. David’s shopping centre, Cardiff.
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NewsMilton Keynes signings trigger premium plans
The signing of three retailers to Thecentre:mk’s Silbury Arcade in Milton Keynes has kick-started plans for a high-end quarter at the centre.
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NewsOriental wholesaler to launch stores
Oriental food and drink wholesaler Asiana is to roll out standalone stores after securing its first three shops.
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NewsAllied Carpets administrator closes 142 shops
The administrators of Allied Carpets have closed 142 shops after struggling to offload the portfolio as a going concern.
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NewsGovernment pledges £3m to save Britain's high streets
The Government has unveiled a £3m fund to help regenerate high streets which have been hit by the recession.
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NewsGlasgow launches shopping campaign
Glasgow city centre is launching a £300,000 marketing initiative in a bid to fight off competition from out of town shopping centres.