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High Street
Coroner calls Pret a Manger labelling ‘inadequate’ in allergy death
Pret A Manger’s allergy labelling has been deemed “inadequate” by the coroner investigating the death of a 15-year-old girl who…
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Economy
One in four UK small retail businesses ‘fearful’ of Brexit, research finds
A quarter of small UK retail businesses admit they are “fearful” of Brexit, data from YouGov analysed by Vend has…
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Comment
Retail success requires boosting operational efficiency
The world of retail is changing, driven by a significant shift in consumer demands. Just look at the likes of…
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High Street
Michael Kors acquires Versace for £1.6bn
Michael Kors has acquired Italian fashion house Versace for £1.6bn, with the deal expected to close in the final quarter…
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High Street
‘Weak consumer environment’ hits Card Factory profits
Card Factory has announced that a “weak consumer environment” has had a negative impact on pre-tax profits. The gift shop…
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Supermarkets
Co-op replaces single-use plastic bags in 1400 stores
The Co-op has announced it will replace single-use plastic bags with a biodegradable alternative across 1,400 of its stores. The…
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Comment
What’s the secret of the forecourt store?
While the struggles facing the retail sector have been widely reported over recent months, it seems forecourt stores are bucking…
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Health & Beauty
Walgreens Boots Alliance launches flagship store on Alibaba’s Tmall Global platform
Walgreens Boots Alliance and Alibaba Group Holding have announced the launch of a Boots flagship store on Tmall Global, Alibaba’s…
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Comment
Automation and AI in retail: friend or foe?
We hear a lot about the high street dying, but that’s not quite right. The high street is changing. Automation…
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Clothing & Shoes
Cath Kidston clarifies store review reports
Cath Kidston has clarified reports that it is to undergo a formal portfolio review and instead said that it is…
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