Wilko to cut over 400 jobs
February 16, 2023 6:56 amWilko is planning to cut over 400 jobs across it business in a bid to control costs. According to The Guardian, the cuts will span assistant... View Article
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Toolstation raises over £750,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support
February 15, 2023 3:36 pmToolstation raised over £750,000 for its charity partner, Macmillan Cancer Support, in 2022. Since launching the partnership in 2020, Toolstation has raised over £1,500,000 for Macmillan,... View Article
Ecommerce specialist Furniturebox set for global expansion
February 15, 2023 2:56 pmTwo school friends who started their online furniture business aged just 18 are in the hot seat after sales soared to £17 million just seven years... View Article
Dunelm’s profits fall despite sales increase
February 15, 2023 8:17 amDunelm has increased its sales by 5% to £835 million in the first half of its financial year, although its profits were down as expected. Compared... View Article
Former Topps Tiles CEO acquires Tile Giant out of administration
February 14, 2023 2:34 pmTwo deals have saved around 300 jobs at nationwide retailer Tile Giant after its new owners called in administrators. The £46m turnover Leeds-based firm had been... View Article
A great opportunity says Wickes Apprentice Nathan
February 10, 2023 1:22 pmAs the industry puts a spotlight on Apprenticeships this week (NAW2023), we talk to Wickes about their programme to find out more. Taking apprenticeships seriously can... View Article
Interview: Glen Stocco of marketplace Plane & Simple
February 10, 2023 1:12 pmAhead of Marketplace Strategy 2023, we sit down with Glen Stocco, Cofounder and Managing Director of online marketplace Plane & Simple. How did Plane & Simple... View Article
JYSK continues UK expansion with new store to open in Scunthorpe
February 9, 2023 1:20 pmDanish retailer, JYSK, is set to open its latest store at Lakeside Retail Park in Scunthorpe. The new store boast 950sq mtrs of floor space and... View Article
People are “at the heart of our business” says Ikea
February 9, 2023 8:40 amAccording to Swedish furniture brand Ikea, their values are the ‘compass’ that guides them in everything we do. Building a culture for 170,000 global employees can’t... View Article
