All Stores and property articles – Page 25
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NewsNearly half of retailers to plan deals or discounts for the May bank holidays
Nearly half of UK retailers are planning to offer special deals or discounts for the May bank holidays, according to data from Virgin Media O2 Business.
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NewsDeliveroo launches new virtual store concept with two retailers
Deliveroo has launched a new virtual store concept for retailers and has two names already lined up.
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FeatureThe secrets of successful staff suggestion schemes
Initiatives such as M&S’ Straight to Stuart suggestion scheme can help unlock smart business ideas from retail’s frontline. George MacDonald looks at how they can be used most effectively.
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NewsNew Post Office CEO extends in-branch cash services to 2030
Neil Brocklehurst was confirmed as the new Post Office CEO today, having been acting chief executive since September.
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FeatureDrag queens and meatballs: First look inside Ikea’s Oxford Street store
Ikea is primed to open the doors to its highly anticipated Oxford Street store this week, ahead of what is set to be a bumper bank holiday shopping weekend. Retail Week speaks to Ikea market manager, London City, Matt Gould and tours the new store before it opens to the public
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InterviewQ&A: ABF boss George Weston on consumer caution, tariffs and search for new Primark CEO
After Primark posted a trading update for the 24 weeks to March 1 earlier today, Retail Week spoke to parent company ABF’s boss George Weston about consumer caution in the UK, the uncertainty in the US as a result of Trump’s tariff turmoil, opportunity in a review of the UK’s ‘de minimis’ loophole and what he’s looking for in a replacement for ex Primark chief executive Paul Marchant.
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NewsGymshark puts hundreds of jobs at risk as part of restructure
Gymshark has blamed “macroeconomic volatility” for putting hundreds of jobs at risk as it gears up for business restructuring, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsBoots adds dedicated menopause zones in stores
Boots is rolling out new dedicated menopause zones in 150 UK stores this summer, while expanding the range of products in the same category.
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NewsEmployment Rights Bill ‘will make it harder to keep and create jobs’
Labour’s Employment Rights Bill will lead to job losses and price increases, according to a new poll of 31 retailers.
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NewsAsda trials new George concept store
Grocery giant Asda has unveiled plans to trial a new George standalone concept store to potentially replace its Asda Living fascia.
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GalleryInside the first ever Fanatics Collectibles global flagship store
Sportswear giant Fanatics has unveiled its debut global flagship store for its Collectibles brand on London’s Regent Street.
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NewsHundreds of jobs potentially at risk at The Original Factory Shop
Owner Modella Capital is aiming to renegotiate rents at almost half of the company’s stores, according to a Sky News report.
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NewsShoplifting has reached yet another record high
Shoplifting offences recorded by police in England and Wales have yet again reached its highest level, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
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NewsMarks & Spencer provides update following ‘cyber incident’
Marks & Spencer has provided an update for its customers and operations following its recent ‘cyber incident’.
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NewsCharles Tyrwhitt profits and sales up despite ongoing ‘risk and uncertainty’
Suits and shirts specialist Charles Tyrwhitt has reported a rise in profits and sales as it hails current brand positioning and a boost from the return to the office despite ongoing headwinds.
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GalleryRough Trade opens second store in iconic New York City building
Record shop Rough Trade has opened a new store in an iconic New York building, the second of its kind in the same location.
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NewsPets at Home launches new in-store subscription service
Pets at Home has launched a new in-store subscription service combining the “ease of subscriptions” with staff expertise and customer proposition.
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NewsThe Entertainer expands Tesco partnership to over 2,000 Express stores
The Entertainer has expanded its partnership with Tesco to over 2,000 Express stores.
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InterviewQ&A: Under Armour MD on innovation, prioritising performance and being a ‘sports house’
Under Armour managing director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Kevin Ross sits down with Retail Week to discuss the importance of being known as a ‘sports house’, the blurring lines between performance and athleisure, and the biggest opportunities and challenges ahead in an increasingly competitive market.
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NewsEaster footfall outstrips 2024 levels
Retail footfall across the UK was relatively flat in the week leading up to Easter, but increased consumer activity helped it surpass 2024.