Department Store News
Read the latest department store news here. Find out what’s happening across major department stores in the UK, including the likes of John Lewis Partnership, Marks & Spencer and Selfridges.
The Very Group promotes Robbie Feather to group chief executive role
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 Article
Harvey Nichols to make job cuts
Department store chain Harvey Nichols has announced a shake-up of its operations as it looks to cut costs. The move could result in the loss of... View Article
John Lewis Partnership returns to profit but will not pay bonus
The John Lewis Partnership has returned to annual profit and announced that it will be investing significantly in the business as part of its refreshed plan.... View Article
Top Tips for showcasing your Loss Prevention Team in the Team of the Year Award
Considering entry to The People in Retail Awards 2024? Here are 3 tips to showcase your people-centric excellence: To submit an entry for Team of the Year in... View Article
John Lewis Partnership considers cutting 11,000 jobs
The John Lewis Partnership has confirmed that it is looking to make further reductions across its workforce over the next five years. The news follows a... View Article
John Lewis announces new head of department store firm to kickstart turnaround
John Lewis has confirmed it has hired former director Peter Ruis to head up the department store business to kickstart the retail division’s turnaround. The ex-chief... View Article
Kohl’s appoints new board director
US department store chain Kohl’s has appointed Wendy Arlin to its board of directors. The move forms part of an ongoing board refreshment process at Kohl’s... View Article
Greggs teams up with Fenwick on first fine dining bistro
Greggs is collaborating with the Fenwick department store in Newcastle to launch a bistro serving a multi-course menu of fine-dining interpretations of its bakes and sweet... View Article
John Lewis expands in-store services offering with launch of Randox Health clinics
John Lewis has teamed up with Randox Health to offer a range of health programmes aimed at preventative healthcare. The department store said the move forms... View Article
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