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NewsRetail and energy chiefs set for crunch talks as cost crisis worsens
Retailers and representatives from the UK energy industry are preparing for crisis talks later this month as fears grow over looming price rises.
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Opinion‘Next two years will set tone for another chapter of retail channel evolution’
Pureplays face critical strategic decisions and omnichannel retailers have a window of opportunity, believes OC&C Strategy Consultants’ Matt Coode
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AnalysisRetail’s wish list for new prime minister Liz Truss
Liz Truss has been named as the new leader of the Conservative party – and the UK’s 56th prime minister – following a fractious two-month contest.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Five things you need to know about value giant Poundland
Despite rolling out a multi-price strategy, Poundland is leaning back into its eponymous £1 price point as the cost-of-living crisis mounts for customers. But how is the retailer equipped to handle declining consumer spend and confidence as a recession looms?
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NewsTruss plans to cut business rates in face of energy crisis
Conservative leadership candidate Liz Truss has been in talks with industry lobbyists over plans to slash business rates
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DataFootfall boosted by brighter weather in August
Footfall strengthened across retail destinations in August, driven by better weather conditions
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Retail VoiceTop three tips for dealing with post-Covid rental woes
From being open and transparent to having a well-thought-out forecast, there are certain key factors to keep in mind when undergoing discussions around the Covid Rent Arrears Arbitration scheme, writes FRP’s Phil Reynolds
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GalleryIn pictures: Great food halls from around the world
As Selfridges’ new owners formally take the keys to the legendary department store business, one of their priorities is to modernise the food hall at the Oxford Street flagship.
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NewsShop prices hit record high as retail urges new prime minister to ease cost burden
Shop prices have hit a new record high as retailers struggle to shoulder the burden of mounting cost pressures.
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AnalysisData: JD Sports vs Frasers Group – two sports retail titans square up
The rivalry between JD Sports and Frasers Group – formerly Sports Direct – is one of the longest-running in UK retail. Now with fresh blood at the helm of both empires and expansion plans on the horizon, which is best placed to take the lead?
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Retail VoiceDoes your store meet the multi-mission customer test?
Be like B&Q and make sure your retail stores are ticking all the right boxes for the modern shopper, writes Ben Sillitoe
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GalleryStore gallery: River Island unveils tech-driven Studios fascia
River Island has opened its first River Studios store in Derby.
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AnalysisBargains, brands and brunches: How outlet centres are fending off cost-of-living crunch
As consumers tighten their belts amid the cost-of-living crunch, Retail Week explores whether outlet centres can buck the trend and retain a large share of their wallets
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NewsDepartment stores could be given protected status
Department stores in England could be given protected status after the body that looks after historic buildings launched a review of high streets across the country.
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NewsRiver Island launches 'elevated' tech-driven new store concept
River Island is opening a new concept store named River Studios.
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NewsPrimark adds vintage clothing concessions to flagship stores
Primark has launched vintage clothing sections in its Birmingham and Manchester stores.
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AnalysisProfile: Michelle McEttrick, the marketing mastermind powering Primark’s digital future
As Primark bounces back post-pandemic, the value giant is making some big changes and the appointment of Michelle McEttrick as its first chief customer officer signals there are more to come.
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NewsAmazon pulls back on UK grocery store expansion ambitions
Amazon has paused the rollout of its checkout-free store grocery format in the UK following disappointing sales.
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NewsMarks & Spencer details Oxford Street redevelopment plans as inquiry date set
Marks & Spencer has elaborated on the public realm and sustainability benefits of the proposed redevelopment of its flagship Oxford Street store ahead of an inquiry into the proposals.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Five things you need to know about beauty B Corp Natura
The Body Shop’s parent company Natura &Co has been through a tumultuous few years since it acquired Avon in 2020