JLP Cut 3,500 Job Roles Last Year
The John Lewis Partnership reduced the number of jobs across its department stores and supermarkets by 3,500 last year as part of its drive...
WH Smith Introducing Toys R Us Concessions To 30 More Stores
WH Smith has signed an agreement to open another 30 Toys R Us shop-in-shops in its stores this year.
The news comes after the toy...
Record Levels Of Shoplifting Show Signs Of Falling
Fewer shopkeepers reported thefts by customers last year, according to official figures – despite widespread reports of a spike in shoplifting.
A survey by the...
CMA Tells Grocery Retailers To Prioritise Pricing Accuracy
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has called on grocery retailers to tighten up their approach to pricing after finding that some stores are...
Disappointing Start To Spring For Retail Sector
The wet weather, caution about spending amid high interest rates, and the early timing of Easter contributed to a dismal start to Spring for...
Retail Footfall Impacted By Easter Shift, Rail Strikes, And Weather
Data from MRI Software shows the impact of this year’s Easter holidays moving into March was felt by UK retail destinations as footfall declined...
Pets At Home Unveils New Store Format
Pets at Home appears to be seeking to grow its presence on the high street with the opening of a new smaller store format.
According...
Brands Need To Regain Trust Of More Price-Conscious Shoppers
Price is the top deciding factor for UK shoppers when making purchase decisions, ahead of any other European nation surveyed, according to new research...
Shop Price Inflation Eases To Lowest Level Since The End Of...
Latest industry data shows that prices in UK stores have risen at their slowest rate since December 2021 as heavy discounts on clothing and...
Strong Year For Card Factory
Card Factory has posted strong results, boosted by new openings and robust trading in its existing high street stores.
Pre-tax profits at the greetings card...
