LATEST RETAIL NEWS UK

Review: Omnichannel Futures 2025

As AI commands increasing attention within the retail industry there should remain a focus on the sector’s fundamental components of people, physical stores and its position... View Article

Retail sales edge up despite poor fashion performance

New figures from the British Retail Consortium have shown that UK total retail sales increased by 1.1% year-on-year in February, against growth of 1.1% a year... View Article

Mango hails strong 2024 performance

Mango saw its turnover climb by 7.6% year-on-year in 2024 to €3.339 billion. At constant exchange rates, the Spanish fashion retailer grew its turnover by 11.6%... View Article

M&S adds Hush and Whistles to its ‘Brands at M&S’ platform

M&S will be adding Hush and Whistles to its ‘Brands at M&S’ online platform as it continues to grow its womenswear offering. The brands will introduce... View Article

Too Good To Go and CEVA Logistics hit 100,000 parcel milestone

CEVA Logistics and Too Good To Go have reached a 100,000 Parcel milestone in just four months, helping FMCG brands reduce surplus food waste. To mark... View Article

Conversation with…Rory Graham

Here we chat with workforce management specialist Rory Graham about his incredible career in the US and UK, working with retailers such as Walmart, Asda, Index... View Article

John Lewis Partnership announces £114 million annual investment in pay

The John Lewis Partnership has announced a £114 million investment in pay for 65,000 employees. From 1 April, staff working outside of London at John Lewis... View Article

H&M collaborates with Magda Butrym

H&M has collaborated with ready-to-wear designer Magda Butrym on a new womenswear collection. The move marks a milestone in the fashion retailer’s 20-year history of designer... View Article

WH Smith in talks with two remaining parties regarding sale of high street stores

There are now only two remaining parties in talks with WH Smith about a potential sale of its chain of high street shops. According to Sky... View Article

Bensons for Beds appoints Rob Pierce as new Chief Operations Officer

UK bed specialist, Bensons for Beds has today announced the appointment of Rob Pierce as Chief Operations Officer.  The role will see him become part of the Executive... View Article

Aldi Leaders share insights on support, representation and career growth

This International Women’s Day, two female leaders have revealed what they believe is vital for businesses to do in order to empower women in the workplace.... View Article

Matalan appoints Sarah Welsh as chief product, brand and commercial officer

Matalan has appointed Sarah Welsh to the new role of chief product, brand and commercial officer. With nearly 30 years’ experience in the retail sector, she... View Article

Asda strengthens supply chain leadership team

Asda has announced that Gavin Chappell is to return to the supermarket in a new role of vice president of food and GM supply. He previously... View Article

Co-op pay award cements commitment to Real Living Wage

Co-op’s frontline store staff have voted to accept an above inflation pay award which will see hourly rates increase to at least £12.60 per hour during... View Article

Looking ahead to the Retail Technology Show

Boosting technology usage and nurturing demand for sustainable purchasing decisions among younger consumers are key themes currently resonating across the retail landscape. These critical aspects underpinned... View Article

Retail HR Central 2025

Retail HR : Employee Engagement

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Q&A: Alex Ledsham, Commercial Manager, Chirp-protect

Chirp-Protect offers a groundbreaking first-line defense security system for retail stores. While product tags are a common security measure, their system goes above and beyond. Can... View Article

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[ On-Demand ] Creating a Positive Customer Experience in Self-Checkout

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