eBay to cut 1,000 jobs
January 25, 2024 6:23 ameBay has announced that it is to cut its current workforce by around 1,000 roles as part of plans to “better position” the company for long-term... View Article
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Tips for entering HR or People Development Team of the Year Award
January 24, 2024 8:55 amConsidering entry to The People in Retail Awards 2024? Here are 5 tips to showcase your people-centric excellence: To submit an entry for the People Development Team of... View Article
British Retail Consortium sets out Manifesto for Retail
January 24, 2024 8:41 amThe British Retail Consortium has launched a Manifesto for Retail in which it lays out its vision for a “better retail future”. This aims for a... View Article
B&M chairman to step down
January 24, 2024 8:10 amB&M has announced that its chairman Peter Bamford is to retire during the current calendar year. Bamford has held the position since March 2018 when he... View Article
Bridgepoint to acquire RoC Skincare
January 24, 2024 7:53 amBridgepoint is to acquire a majority shareholding in RoC Skincare from the brand’s existing backer, Gryphon Investors. Financial terms have not been disclosed. Founded in Paris... View Article
ProCook commits to paying the Real Living Wage
January 24, 2024 7:13 amProCook has committed to paying at least the Real Living Wage to all staff as part of its ongoing investment in its people. The cookware retailer’s... View Article
Generative AI raises Intellectual Property concerns in Retail for 2024
January 22, 2024 11:56 amIn the upcoming year, the retail sector anticipates a transformative wave as generative artificial intelligence (AI) takes centre stage. Marcus Collins, an Intellectual Property (IP) partner... View Article
ILC Film emphasises lifelong support for retail employees
January 19, 2024 8:50 amThe International Longevity Centre (ILC), the UK’s leading authority on demographic change, has launched an uplifting short film championing the importance of retail employers looking after... View Article
DFS maintains full year profit guidance despite softer demand
January 19, 2024 8:29 amDFS has maintained its full year profit guidance despite sales being hit by weaker than expected demand in the furniture market in the second half of... View Article
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