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Primark cuts prices on hundreds of kidswear items
Primark is cutting the prices of hundreds of children’s clothing and accessory items as part of a commitment to keeping prices low on kidswear. Prices have... View ArticleView Article
Charles Tyrwhitt expects business to grow by 20% over the next year
Menswear retailer Charles Tyrwhitt is expecting its business to grow by 20% over the next year as it benefits from an adjustment in its offering to... View ArticleView Article
Bath & Body Works opens first London standalone store
Bath & Body Works has chosen London’s Westfield shopping centre for the opening of its first London standalone store. Situated directly opposite Sephora at the White... View ArticleView Article
Margaret Dabbs London to open new clinic on King's Road
Beauty and wellness brand Margaret Dabbs is to open its seventh London clinic on King’s Road. Due to launch in May, the 824 square foot unit... View ArticleView Article
Lakrids by Bülow continues UK expansion with new store at Westfield London
Danish confectionery brand Lakrids by Bülow has launched a new store at Westfield London as part of its continued UK expansion. The news follows openings by... View ArticleView Article
The Perfume Shop unveils experiential new store in Ipswich
The Perfume Shop has had a scent-sational new addition as it opens the doors to another new and improved experiential store at Sailmakers Shopping Centre in... View ArticleView Article
Asda teams up with Pharmacy2U to launch online prescription service
Asda has become the first UK supermarket to launch an online prescription service. The retailer has teamed up with Pharmacy2U to launch the Asda Online Pharmacy... View ArticleView Article
Mango invests in shared mobility start-up Hoop Carpool
Mango is extending its innovation activities by investing in Hoop Carpool, a start-up that offers companies and universities a mobility alternative where employees and students can... View ArticleView Article
Cubitts to open first international store in the heart of New York City
Modern spectacle maker Cubitts has chosen New York’s SoHo for the launch of its first international store. Set to be the brand’s US flagship, the shop will open... View ArticleView Article
Trudon and Metal Morphosis to join line-up at Seven Dials
French candlemaker Trudon is set to open its first UK physical store at Covent Garden’s Seven Dials this June. Founded in 1643, the brand is the... View ArticleView Article
Kering appoints Stefano Cantino as the deputy chief executive of Gucci
Luxury group Kering has appointed former Louis Vuitton and Prada executive Stefano Cantino as the deputy chief executive of Gucci. Due to take up his role... View ArticleView Article
Healthy Pet Store hosts “stuff-a-thon” in aid of local dog shelters
A Southampton pet food retailer has teamed up with dog toy brand Kong to raise funds for local dog shelters through a ‘stuff-a-thon’ event. Healthy Pet... View ArticleView Article
Levi taps Burberry senior executive Gianluca Flore as new Chief Commercial Officer
Levi Strauss & Co. is pleased to announce the appointment of Gianluca Flore as the new Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Vice President, effective July 29,... View ArticleView Article
Charity Super.Mkt marks first anniversary with launch of concept stores at Brent Cross
The Charity Super.Mkt, a unique multi-charity department store, is back at Brent Cross to mark its one-year anniversary with the launch of two new and exciting... View ArticleView Article
Heather Lee Championing people excellence on the PiRA24 Judging Panel
We are excited to announce our latest judge for the People in Retail Awards 2024—Heather Lee. Returning for the second year, Heather brings a wealth of... View ArticleView Article
SPAR South West partners with FareShare to fight hunger in local communities
In the fight against food waste and hunger, SPAR South West’s primary distributor, Appleby Westward Ltd, has partnered with FareShare South West and Gregorys Logistics to... View ArticleView Article
Popeyes appoints director of acquisitions and estates
Popeyes has appointed Peter Gibson as director of acquisitions and estates. The news comes as the chicken QSR brand works to double its UK network of... View ArticleView Article
Majestic to expand into the Channel Islands
Majestic is to expand into the Channel Islands as it continues to invest in extending its physical store network. On 30 April, the specialist wine retailer... View ArticleView Article
Dr Hannah Shimko appointed as Director General of the GCVA
The Gift Card and Voucher Association (GCVA) has announced the appointment of Dr Hannah Shimko as its new Managing Director, effective April 10, 2024. Dr Shimko... View ArticleView Article
Tesco introduces ‘Best of British’ page on groceries website
Tesco has become the latest supermarket to launch a dedicated ‘Best of British’ page on its groceries website. The move will aim to make it easier... View ArticleView Article
White Stuff opens new store at McArthur Glen Outlet in Ashford
The White Stuff lifestyle clothing brand has opened a new outlet store at the McArthur Glen Designer Shopping Outlet in Kent’s Ashford. Situated close to M&S... View ArticleView Article
Ribble Cycles partners with Huub to launch new apparel
Ribble Cycles has collaborated with the premium endurance sport apparel brand Huub to launch a race kit for its new Ribble Rebellion race team. The team... View ArticleView Article
Stuart Trevor Collaborates with Beyond Retro and Muphoria for a sustainable style
Challenging the ‘norms’ of the fashion industry, Stuart Trevor, the founder behind the iconic brand All Saints, has collaborated with Beyond Retro and Muphoria Art Gallery,... View ArticleView Article
e.l.f. Cosmetics launch new bronzing drops and opens European HQ in London
e.l.f. Cosmetics is set to launch its innovative SKIN Bronzing Drops in the UK, offering a sun-kissed glow alongside a boost of nourishing antioxidants. Bronzed perfection... View ArticleView Article
COAT launches Claypaint, a breathable climate-friendly innovation for heritage homes
In a significant stride towards sustainability in home décor, COAT Paints has introduced Claypaint – its most eco-friendly and technically advanced product yet. Crafted with natural... View ArticleView Article
OVUM Launches UK's first fully recyclable pregnancy test at Sainsbury’s
OVUM, a fertility wellness brand, today announced its debut in 345 Sainsbury’s stores across the UK, introducing the nation’s first fully recyclable Early Detection Pregnancy Tests.... View ArticleView Article
Dike & Son reach £100,000 donation milestone through Making a Difference Locally
Independent retailer Dike & Son has now donated over £100,000 to local community causes through Nisa’s Making a Difference Locally (MADL) charity. An award-winning independent supermarket... View ArticleView Article
Dobbies appoints Rajesh Gupta as strategy and business development director
Garden centre retailer Dobbies has bolstered its senior leadership team with the appointment of Rajesh Gupta as strategy and business development director. A qualified Chartered Accountant,... View ArticleView Article
Poundstretcher to be acquired by Majestic owner Fortress Investment
Discount chain Poundstretcher is being sold to private equity firm Fortress Investment, the owner of Majestic Wine and Punch Pubs. The move follows the retirement of Poundstretcher’s... View ArticleView Article
Pepco Group appoints Stephan Borchert as chief executive
Pepco Group, the parent company of Poundland, has appointed Stephan Borchert as its new chief executive following an extensive global search process. He will take up... View ArticleView Article
Q&A: Simon Fishpool, managing director of Fishpools
As family-owned furniture specialist Fishpools celebrates its 125th anniversary this year. Here, The Retail Bulletin interviews Simon Fishpool, managing director of Fishpools. What is the secret... View ArticleView Article
Atelier VM partner with Wild at Heart Foundation for National Pet Day
Atelier VM has announced its partnership with the Wild at Heart Foundation in celebration of National Pet Day 2024. This collaboration aims to support the Foundation’s... View ArticleView Article
Pepco Group says trading environment remains challenging
Pepco Group, the owner of Poundland, Pepco and Dealz, has said its trading environment remains challenging as it announced its first-half results. In the six months... View ArticleView Article
Vision Express unveils £4 million flagship store on Oxford Street
High street optician Vision Express has unveiled a new £4 million flagship store on London’s Oxford Street. Situated close to Oxford Circus tube station, the company’s... View ArticleView Article
M&S and HSBC team up to enhance digital shopping experience
M&S has signed a new agreement with HSBC UK for its credit offering and payment solutions, and the bringing together of digital payments and loyalty for... View ArticleView Article
Greggs marks significant progress in its sustainability journey with The Greggs Pledge update
Greggs today announced the publication of its fourth annual sustainability report, illuminating the substantial progress the company has made towards its 2025 sustainability targets and defining... View ArticleView Article
Finally, a historic victory: New law shields Shop Workers from assault
In a historic and much-celebrated move, the UK government has announced the introduction of a groundbreaking law, making the assault of shop workers a specific criminal... View ArticleView Article
Merry Hill a cut about with Swarovski signing
Sovereign Centros from CBRE has announced that internationally renowned luxury brand, Swarovski, is returning to West Midlands flagship destination Merry Hill, with a standalone boutique set... View ArticleView Article
Frasers Group to acquire market-leading Dutch sporting retailer Twin Sport
Frasers Group plc (“Frasers” or the “Group”) announces that it has entered into a binding agreement to acquire all shares in Twin Sport Holding B.V. (“Twin Sport”),... View ArticleView Article
The Highlands and Pace Partnership London launches Out With Style
The Highlands, the owner of flagship Barbour partner shops on London’s Regents Street and Duke Street, has teamed up with Pace Partnership London to launch Out... View ArticleView Article
Tesco posts strong full year sales and surge in profit
Tesco has posted a strong full year performance with group sales up 7.4% to £61.5 billion after it benefited from its strategy of price matching on... View ArticleView Article
AS Watson promotes Malina Ngai to role of group chief executive
AS Watson, the parent company of Superdrug and Savers, has promoted Malina Ngai to the role of group chief executive. Due to take up her new... View ArticleView Article
Wickes signs for new year-long sponsorship of Magic Radio drive time
Wickes Kitchens and Bathrooms has embarked on a new partnership with Bauer Media’s Magic Radio in which it will sponsor The 4 ‘Til 7 Show with... View ArticleView Article
Manchester Trafford appoints new HR people partner
Manchester’s Trafford Centre has appointed Phoebe Hooson as its new HR people partner. Hooson has over 15 years of retail experience gained from leadership positions at... View ArticleView Article
SportsShoes.com appoints first partnerships coordinator
SportsShoes.com has appointed Georgia Malir as its first partnerships coordinator. The company said she will manage its running and fitness partnerships on a day-to-day basis which will... View ArticleView Article
Q&A: Jason Colbridge, Retail and Distribution Lead, Hitachi Solutions
Hitachi Solutions Europe offers business-tailored services and solutions to guide organisations through their transformation journey and help customers address their technological challenges. Can you tell us... View ArticleView Article
The Very Group promotes Robbie Feather to group chief executive role
The Very Group has promoted retail managing director Robbie Feather to the position of group chief executive. A former chief executive of Fenwick, Feather joined The... View ArticleView Article
Tesco teams up with grocery giants to launch $125 million VC fund
Tesco has teamed up with five global grocery leaders to launch a $125 million venture capital fund with the aim of accelerating innovation. The supermarket has... View ArticleView Article
ProCook posts improved fourth quarter trading
Kitchenware retailer ProCook has reported improved trading in its fourth quarter after launching a new small electricals range, enhancing the customer experience, and delivering improved value. Total... View ArticleView Article
A Day in the Life ... Hannah Grievson, Sloane Stanley
Meet Hannah Grievson, Property Director at Sloane Stanley, who has transformed Chelsea’s retail and community spaces with her two decades of experience in property management. With... View ArticleView Article
Ted Baker set to close 15 stores with the loss of 245 jobs
Fashion brand Ted Baker is set to close 15 stores with the loss of 245 jobs. The news follows the company’s European retail and online arm... View ArticleView Article
UK Retail's path to sustainability? BRC intel revealed
New study highlights major opportunities for UK retail to become more sustainable A new study analysing the sustainability of the UK retail industry, through a survey... View ArticleView Article
Sophia Webster steps into Stratford with new headquarters at Sugar House Island
In a significant move for the luxury footwear scene, British designer brand Sophia Webster has announced its headquarters will now call Sugar House Island in Stratford,... View ArticleView Article
M&S Food launches biggest ever marketing campaign
Marks & Spencer’s food business is launching its biggest-ever marketing campaign with its latest Farm to Foodhall creative. Spanning 18 weeks, it will run across TV,... View ArticleView Article
John Lewis Partnership appoints Jason Tarry as new chairman
The John Lewis Partnership has appointed the former chief executive of Tesco UK as its seventh chairman. Expected to take up his role in September, Jason... View ArticleView Article
Zara to upsize at Birmingham's Bullring & Grand Central
Zara is to undertake a significant upsize at Birmingham’s Bullring & Grand Central by repurposing part of the scheme’s former Debenhams store. The Inditex-owned fashion brand... View ArticleView Article
Currys shareholder urges retailer to sell its mobile phone division
A major Currys shareholder has been urging the business to offload its mobile phones division. The news follows recent failed takeover attempts of the electricals and... View ArticleView Article
Planning secured for transformation of the former Fenwick store on New Bond Street
Westminster City Council has resolved to grant planning permission to Lazari Investments to redevelop the buildings that previously housed the Fenwick department store on London’s New... View ArticleView Article
H&M Group's & Other Stories collaborates with Susan Fang
H&M Group’s & Other Stories has collaborated with fashion designer Susan Fang on a new collection. Known for her nature-inspired, fantastical creations and innovative techniques, Fang’s... View ArticleView Article
Kiko Milano to join line-up at Angel Central
Kiko Milano, the Italian cosmetics brand, is to open a new store in London’s Angel Central as it continues its expansion across the UK. Due to... View ArticleView Article
Fiona Lambert brings empowerment and experience to PiRA24 Judging Panel
Exciting News Alert! Joining our rockstar judging panel for the People in Retail Awards is none other than the remarkable Fiona Lambert. Fiona is a true... View ArticleView Article
Space NK owner preparing to put the business up for sale
Manzanita Capital, the owner of Space NK, is reportedly preparing to put the premium beauty retailer up for sale. According to Sky News, the private investment... View ArticleView Article
Majestic acquires Vagabond Wines out of administration
Majestic has acquired Vagabond Wines out of administration in a move that will save 171 jobs and nine of the company’s 12 wine bars from closure.... View ArticleView Article
Decathlon posts sales increase in "transformative" year
Decathlon has hailed 2023 as a transformative year when it laid strong foundations for the future. The sports retailer said it delivered a robust performance despite... View ArticleView Article
Mango collaborates with Victoria Beckham on new capsule collection
Mango has collaborated with fashion designer Victoria Beckham on a new capsule collection. Available from 23 April, Victoria Beckham x Mango has been designed by Beckham... View ArticleView Article
Aldi sets new funding target after raising £10 million for Teenage Cancer Trust
Aldi has extended its fundraising target for Teenage Cancer Trust to £15 million by 2027 after meeting its £10 million goal ahead of schedule. The supermarket... View ArticleView Article
Co-op hails "robust" sales as it targets future growth
Co-op’s food retail business has seen its underlying operating profit increase by 11% to £154 million in the year to March 2023 as it looks forward... View ArticleView Article
Sainsbury's launches new Low Everyday Prices offering
Sainsbury’s is launching a new value offering called Low Everyday Prices on selected big brand products. The pricing is being applied to over 1,000 popular items... View ArticleView Article
Greggs appoints new non-executive director
Greggs has hired Tamara Rogers as an independent non-executive director. The appointment will take effect from 1 June when Rogers will also join the food-to-go retailer’s... View ArticleView Article
A.F. Blakemore hires Nicola McIntosh as chief people officer
A.F. Blakemore has appointed Nicola McIntosh as its new chief people officer. Due to take up her position on 20 May, McIntosh has been working since... View ArticleView Article
Zara to significantly expand Liverpool One store
Zara is to significantly expand its flagship store at Liverpool ONE to create a 42,000 square foot space. The Inditex-owned fashion retailer will be refurbishing and... View ArticleView Article
Tapi to open new Clacton store
Tapi Carpets & Floors is to open a new Essex store in Clacton on 5 April. Situated at Clacton Trade & Leisure Park, Old Road, the... View ArticleView Article
Dobbies appoints Phil Thomas as chief marketing officer
The Dobbies garden centre chain has appointed Phil Thomas as chief marketing officer. With over 30 years’ experience in marketing, Thomas has been the chief marketing... View ArticleView Article
Secret Sales acquires Dress for Less
Secret Sales, the marketplace for off-price retail, has acquired German online retailer Dress for Less as part of its international expansion strategy. Specialising in discount fashion... View ArticleView Article
Comment: Retailers can learn much from the Biba story
Visiting the new London exhibition of the former iconic fashion brand Biba – ‘The Biba Story, 1964-1975’ – at the Fashion and Textile Museum it amazed... View ArticleView Article
Topps Tiles sales hit by weaker demand
Topps Tiles has posted a 5.9% drop in first-half sales to £122.6 million as homeowners continue to delay major home improvement projects. In the 26 weeks... View ArticleView Article
Next to expand in India through new franchise and distribution agreement
Next has signed a new agreement in which Myntra has acquired the India franchise and distribution rights of the UK fashion brand. Through the deal, Myntra... View ArticleView Article
Phase Eight launches flagship Edinburgh store
Phase Eight has returned to Edinburgh with the opening of a new flagship store in George Street. The move means the fashion brand now has four standalone... View ArticleView Article
Co-op offers online wine tasting sessions
Co-op has re-introduced its free online wine tastings to offer its members exclusive access to the producers behind its wine range. The events aim to celebrate... View ArticleView Article
Retail giant takes ‘Mint’ approach to staff rewards in Sunderland
Online grocery retailer Ocado is taking a local first approach to its employee reward and recognition initiatives in Sunderland. The 200 plus employees at the Ocado... View ArticleView Article
Best HR Software for Retail Industry
In the post-pandemic era, characterised by increased demand for flexibility, higher turnover rates and the need for digital transformation, the role of HR in retail becomes... View ArticleView Article
Naked Wines confirms appointment of Rodrigo Maza as CEO
Naked Wines has confirmed that Rodrigo Maza has now started in his role of chief executive following his appointment as chief executive designate in February. The... View ArticleView Article
Shein doubles profits as it awaits approval for IPO
Online fashion retailer Shein has more than doubled its annual profit as it awaits approval for a stock market listing in New York or London. According... View ArticleView Article
H&M proposes Helena Saxon as new board member
H&M has announced that its nomination committee has proposed that Helena Saxon be elected to its board. She will replace Skype founder Niklas Zennström who has... View ArticleView Article
Miniso launches New York pop-up in Times Square
Global lifestyle brand Miniso has opened a pop-up store in New York’s Times Square. Marking a second location for the brand in the shopping district, the... View ArticleView Article
Braehead appoints new centre director
The Braehead shopping destination in Glasgow has promoted Ashley Bisland to the position of centre director. The scheme is owned by property company SGS and managed... View ArticleView Article
FatFace Announces strategic leadership restructuring post-acquisition by Next
FatFace, the renowned British lifestyle retailer, has announced significant changes to its leadership structure following the successful acquisition by Next Plc for £115.2 million in October... View ArticleView Article
Muji Europe to appoint administrators
The European arm of Muji, the Japanese clothing and homewares retailer, is to appoint administrators. With a pre-pack deal expected to be agreed, the retailer said... View ArticleView Article
Filippa K appoints Marie Forssenius as its permanent chief executive
Swedish fashion brand Filippa K has appointed Marie Forssenius as its chief executive on a permanent basis. She has been working as the brand’s acting chief... View ArticleView Article
Boots' second quarter boosted by "excellent" Christmas and strong online growth
Boots has reported that its second-quarter sales have risen by 5.9% following an “excellent” Christmas and strong online trading. In the three months to 29 February,... View ArticleView Article
JD Sports maintains full year profit guidance
JD Sports has said it anticipates that its full-year pre-tax profit will be in line with expectations as it announced an uplift in annual sales. In... View ArticleView Article
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[Commentary] Can scrapping business rates revive UK retail?
By Vivienne King, Chair of the Shopkeepers’ Campaign It is impossible to read the news without seeing the latest election speculation or a reminder that the... View ArticleView Article
The Perfume Shop strengthens leadership team with appointment of two female directors
The Perfume Shop has appointed two new female leaders, Karen Harris and Laura Wilkinson, as directors as it publishes its 2023 Gender Pay Gap report. Previously... View ArticleView Article
Quiz chief executive steps down as strategic review continues
Quiz has confirmed that its chief executive and founder, Tarak Ramzan, has stepped down as it continues its strategic review. The fashion retailer has also announced... View ArticleView Article
Rowen and Pink Boutique appoint chief digital marketing officer
Luxury homewares brand Rowen and the Pink Boutique fashion brand have appointed Aman Singh as their new chief digital marketing officer. The move comes as both... View ArticleView Article
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