Mothercare to move to smaller head office
June 23, 2020 6:14 amMothercare has unveiled plans to move its head office to a smaller and more cost effective site in early August. The retailer has also agreed terms for a... View Article
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Studio Retail says trading is well ahead of last year
June 22, 2020 7:29 amStudio Retail has said trading has been well ahead of last year in the first eleven weeks of its new financial year. Sales increased by 55%... View Article
DPD to create 6,000 new jobs in response to boom in online shopping
June 22, 2020 6:32 amDPD is to create 6,000 new jobs across the UK as a result of the boom in online shopping due to the Covid-19 crisis. The new jobs will... View Article
Consumer confidence sees uptick in June
June 19, 2020 10:16 amNew figures have shown that consumer confidence bounced back in June following a significant decline in April due to the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic. GfK’s... View Article
Industry bodies issue call to extend protection from rent enforcement activity
June 19, 2020 8:49 amOrganisations representing over 80,000 members from across the retail, leisure and hospitality sectors are urging the Government to take steps this week to extend protection from... View Article
Poundstretcher could close up to 253 stores
June 17, 2020 8:04 amPoundstretcher could close up to 253 stores as part of a survival plan. The discount retailer has launched a Company Voluntary Arrangement proposal as it looks to... View Article
Retailers launch five recommendations for considerate shopping
June 15, 2020 7:50 amIn preparation for the reopening of shops today, the British Retail Consortium has teamed up with 20 retailers to launch a list of five recommendations to... View Article
Co-op sees surge in demand for £3 face coverings
June 15, 2020 7:01 amThe Co-op has seen a surge in demand for its £3 face coverings with the items being so popular that they have been outselling everyday essential... View Article
Mamas & Papas launches free virtual personal shopping service
June 11, 2020 2:29 pmMamas & Papas has launched a virtual personal shopping service for new and expectant parents following a successful trial during the Covid-19 crisis. The move has... View Article
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