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Co-op group MD Matt Hood steps down

Co-op group MD Matt Hood steps down

UK retail sales slump deepens as consumer sentiment worsens

UK retail sales slump deepens as consumer sentiment worsens

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Lidl commits 10% of interview slots for long-term unemployed

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News is Retail Sector’s central hub for breaking stories, market developments and company updates from across the UK retail industry. This category delivers authoritative, timely coverage on everything from trading performance and executive changes to store openings, brand activity and supply chain developments.

Retail Sector’s news coverage focuses on the business realities behind the headlines — providing retail professionals with context on how each development impacts operations, strategy and market confidence. Readers can expect clear, accurate reporting designed to keep decision-makers informed and competitive in a fast-moving retail landscape.

News

News is Retail Sector’s central hub for breaking stories, market developments and company updates from across the UK retail industry. This category delivers authoritative, timely coverage on everything from trading performance and executive changes to store openings, brand activity and supply chain developments.

Retail Sector’s news coverage focuses on the business realities behind the headlines — providing retail professionals with context on how each development impacts operations, strategy and market confidence. Readers can expect clear, accurate reporting designed to keep decision-makers informed and competitive in a fast-moving retail landscape.

Aldi to raise store assistant starting pay to £13.50

The pay increase is part of a £42m investment in staff during 2026. The retailer also…

Asda to convert 10 Asda Living sites to standalone George stores

The move follows the 2025 opening of standalone stores in Leeds and Hull

Ocado confirms job losses amid £150m cost-cutting drive 

Its restructuring will result in a significant number of roles being made redundant as the…

Angling Direct FY revenues rise 13.8% to ‘record’ £103.9m

The group now expects adjusted EBITDA for FY26 to reach £4.8m

EG Group to exit French market in debt reduction move

These asset sales are scheduled for completion over the next 12 months

Modella Capital appoints new TGJones chief executive

Alex Willson succeeds Sean Toal, who led the business for six years. Toal oversaw the…

John Lewis Partnership to exit rental property market

The decision follows a strategic review to refocus on the core retail brands, John Lewis and…

Bernard Arnault’s hold on LVMH tightens as stake surpasses 50%

Arnault currently owns 50.01% of the conglomerate’s share capital

Victorian Plumbing founder and CEO to step down after 25 years

Founder Mark Radcliffe will move to non-executive founder director role as managing director…

Co-op and M&S join retailers calling for gov to improve food security

The move comes 14 months after the government first outlined its ambition for a national…