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ebay UK becomes Love Island: All Stars headline sponsor

07 January 2025 by Angela Beevers
eBay UK has been announced as the headline sponsor for ITV2 and ITVX’s second-ever Love Island: All Stars series. The news means that the marketplace will... View ArticleView Article
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New Year, renewed focus: How Secret Linen Store champions women in menopause

New Year, renewed focus: How Secret Linen Store champions women in menopause

07 January 2025 by Natalie Fresen

As we kick off the new year, it’s natural to set fresh goals for ourselves and our organisations – especially when it comes to supporting our... View ArticleView Article

Next raises profit guidance but warns that UK growth will slow

Next raises profit guidance but warns that UK growth will slow

07 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

Next has raised its annual profit outlook after sales exceeded expectations in the run-up to Christmas. The fashion and home retailer said its full price sales... View ArticleView Article

Kingfisher appoints Ian McLeod as non-executive director

Kingfisher appoints Ian McLeod as non-executive director

07 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

B&Q parent company Kingfisher has appointed retail veteran Ian McLeod as a non-executive director, with effect from 20 January. McLeod has over 40 years experience in... View ArticleView Article

B&Q to buy five Homebase stores in the UK

B&Q to buy five Homebase stores in the UK

07 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

B&Q is to acquire five leasehold stores in the UK, currently trading as Homebase, for £2.5 million. The sites are situated in Altrincham, Basingstoke, Biggleswade, Leamington... View ArticleView Article

Ulta Beauty names new chief executive

Ulta Beauty names new chief executive

07 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

Ulta Beauty has appointed Kecia Steelman as its new chief executive. She has succeeded Dave Kimbell who has retired after working for 11 years with the... View ArticleView Article

Dr. Martens' global creative director leaves the business

Dr. Martens' global creative director leaves the business

07 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

Dr. Martens’ global creative director Darren Mckoy has stepped down after ten years with the footwear brand. He joined the business in 2015 initially as global... View ArticleView Article

British Fashion Council announces Laura Weir as New CEO

British Fashion Council announces Laura Weir as New CEO

06 January 2025 by Natalie Fresen

The British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced the appointment of Laura Weir as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 28th April 2025. Laura will succeed Caroline... View ArticleView Article

Conversation with... Al Bruce, Founder of Olive & Barr

Conversation with... Al Bruce, Founder of Olive & Barr

06 January 2025 by Natalie Fresen

In this interview, Al Bruce, Founder of Olive & Barr, reflects on his journey from a passion for design to creating timeless Shaker kitchens. He shares... View ArticleView Article

Comment: Spicing up retail with HP

Comment: Spicing up retail with HP

06 January 2025 by glynn-davis

During my student days the acquisition of a bulky TV and a chunky VHS video recorder were at the very top of the household requirements when... View ArticleView Article