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More than 300,000 employees struggle to secure hours amid hiring cuts

UK shop price inflation holds steady at 1.2% in June

UK shop price inflation holds steady at 1.2% in June

Sainsbury’s sales jump 2.7% despite weaker Argos and Tu performance

Sainsbury’s sales jump 2.7% despite weaker Argos and Tu performance

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High Street examines the challenges and opportunities facing UK high street retailers as they adapt to changing consumer behaviour and economic conditions. This section covers store performance, regeneration efforts, digital integration, and local business strategies. Retail Sector’s High Street coverage provides in-depth reporting and analysis for retail leaders, landlords, and suppliers, exploring how innovation, investment, and community engagement are reshaping the nation’s retail hubs.

High Street

High Street examines the challenges and opportunities facing UK high street retailers as they adapt to changing consumer behaviour and economic conditions. This section covers store performance, regeneration efforts, digital integration, and local business strategies. Retail Sector’s High Street coverage provides in-depth reporting and analysis for retail leaders, landlords, and suppliers, exploring how innovation, investment, and community engagement are reshaping the nation’s retail hubs.

Ex-BHS owner Dominic Chappell denies tax fraud

The former owner of BHS Dominic Chappell has denied he avoided paying £500,000 in tax. 

Ted Baker profits nosedive 194% in half-year results

Shares at men’s fashion retailer Ted Baker plunged by as much as 35% in early trading today…

Shop prices fall by 0.6%, fastest rate since May 2018

Shop prices in September have fallen at the fastest since May 2018, according to the latest…

John Lewis announces wave of senior job cuts

The John Lewis Partnership has announced a wave of senior job cuts as part of a new plan…

FRC to investigate Thomas Cook auditor following collapse

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has announced it will be investigating Thomas Cook’s…

JD Sports responds to CMA amid Footasylum probe extension

JD Sports has said it “strongly disagrees” with the Competition and Market Authority (CMA)…

Former Clarks CEO launches legal battle over misconduct claims

The former CEO of shoe retailer Clarks has launched a legal battle against the company,…

British Land drops Monsoon CVA challenge

British Land has dropped its legal challenge against Monsoon Accessorize’s CVA plans.

Ikea retail sales jump 5% in full-year results

Furniture retailer Ikea has reported a 5% increase in retail sales to €36.7bn (£32.5bn) for…

Hotel Chocolat beats high street woes with strong revenue growth in 2019

British chocolatier Hotel Chocolat has reported a 14% increase in revenues to £132.5m for…