Lidl reports ‘record-breaking’ Christmas
January 5, 2026 6:35 amLidl has reported a “record-breaking” Christmas with nearly 51 million customers visiting its stores. This was four million more than the same time last year as... View Article
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Aldi launches winter warmth charity appeal
January 2, 2026 8:10 amAldi is encouraging customers to support their local communities with a post-Christmas clear-out of warm clothing and unwanted gifts as part of its partnership with The... View Article
Asda appoints group chief information officer
December 30, 2025 8:59 pmAsda has appointed former Microsoft senior executive Cal Corcoran as group chief information officer. Due to take up his role on 5 January, he will lead... View Article
M&S launches nutrient rich range for customers on weight loss medication
December 30, 2025 8:24 pmM&S is launching a new range of nutrient rich salads, snacks and meals to help people who are taking weight loss medication. Called Nutrient Dense, the... View Article
Ocado confirms that mutual exclusivity with partners has now ended in most markets
December 30, 2025 8:39 amOcado has announced that mutual exclusivity has now ended with retailers in most markets where its technology is currently live. This includes in the US where... View Article
Aldi to strengthen Scottish business with £43 million investment
December 29, 2025 8:09 pmAldi is to invest more than £43 million in its Scottish business over the next two years. The investment will include the opening of two new... View Article
Conversation with… People in Retail Awards Judge Faye Ryder-Humphries
December 24, 2025 8:17 amTRB is delighted to announce that Faye Ryder-Humphries, people director at Wingstop UKI, will be a judge for next year’s People in Retail Awards. Here we... View Article
Greggs opens 600th franchise store
December 23, 2025 5:19 amGreggs has opened a milestone 600th franchise shop in Stonecross Services in Bexwell in a partnership with Motor Fuel Group. The move forms part of the... View Article
Iceland brings festive cheer to local communities
December 23, 2025 5:03 amIceland Foods and The Food Warehouse has donated thousands of Christmas items to charities and groups that support families and individuals in their local communities through... View Article
