Matalan has appointed Sarah Welsh to the new role of chief product, brand and commercial officer. With nearly 30 years’ experience in the retail sector, she... View Article
Boosting technology usage and nurturing demand for sustainable purchasing decisions among younger consumers are key themes currently resonating across the retail landscape. These critical aspects underpinned... View Article
Currys is investing £8 million in raising pay for all hourly paid staff. The electricals and technology retailer’s store colleagues will see their minimum hourly rate... View Article
Poundland’s owner, Pepco Group, which also operates Dealz and Pepco, is exploring the sale of Poundland as part of a broader strategic shift. In its Capital... View Article
Southern Co-op has announced that Mark Smith is to step down as chief executive to focus on non-executive roles. Due to leave the organisation on 13 June,... View Article
Marks & Spencer is investing £95 million in its retail pay by raising the rate for customer assistants from £12 to £12.60 per hour. For staff... View Article
The Very Group, the operator of Very and Littlewoods, has announced that the National Literacy Trust will be its charity partner for the next three years.... View Article
JD Sports has signed a lease for an upsized store at Charter Walk Shopping Centre in Burnley. The sportswear retailer will be relocating from its current... View Article
The importance of omnichannel in today’s retail environment is more critical than ever, having to adapt to huge changes in consumer behaviour over the past few... View Article
