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Harvey Nichols appoints Julia Goddard as new Chief Executive
Harvey Nichols has announced the appointment of Julia Goddard as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective June 2024. Goddard succeeds Manju Malhotra, who served as CEO... View Article
The Future of In-Store Technology: Embracing the Change
Retail is undergoing a ruthless renaissance after a transformation almost two decades long. The e-commerce eruption and pandemic lockdowns, as well as the customers’ inclination to... View Article
IKEA opens first Irish distribution centre
IKEA UK & Ireland has opened its first ever logistics facility in Ireland. Marking a significant milestone in the furniture giant’s expansion in the country, the... View Article
ProCook partners with Food Cycle charity
Kitchenware brand ProCook has announced a new partnership with Food Cycle, a UK charity that aims to alleviate food poverty, loneliness and food waste through community... View Article
ASOS posts drop in sales as it works to become “faster, more agile and more profitable”
ASOS has reported that its adjusted first-half revenue declined by 18% to £1.5 billion, although the fashion retailer said it is making good progress on its... View Article
B&M delivers 10% revenue growth
B&M has seen its full year sales rise by 10.1% to £5.5 billion as it continues its focus on delivering everyday low prices. In the 53... View Article
ASOS appoints new chief financial officer
Online fashion retailer ASOS has appointed former Farfetch and Sainsbury’s executive Dave Murray as its new chief financial officer. Due to join the business on 29... View Article
Matalan expands online offering with addition of 17 new third-party brands
Fashion and homewares retailer Matalan has significantly expanded its online offering by launching 17 new third-party brands across its core categories. It has also extended the... View Article
Pangaia to open first standalone UK store
Materials science company Pangaia is to open its first standalone UK store in London’s Soho this summer The 1,500 square foot shop at 57 Carnaby Street... View Article
JD Sports opens global flagship store at the heart of Champs-Élysées Paris
JD Sports has opened a global flagship store on the world-renowned Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris, with a grand opening to customers having taken place on... View Article
Mooncup launches in Holland & Barrett
Mooncup, the trailblazers in plastic-free menstrual products, have now launched at Holland & Barrett, a global leader in health and wellness retail. This marks a significant... View Article
Dr. Martens to have new chief executive
Dr. Martens has announced that its chief executive Kenny Wilson has decided that this will be his final year with the footwear brand. Following a search... View Article
Superdry announces restructuring plan
Superdry is launching a restructuring plan as it looks to ensure the survival of the struggling fashion business. This will include an equity raise, slashing rents... View Article
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 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 Article
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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 Article
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