Oxford Street to go traffic-free for a day ahead of pedestrianisation plans

Oxford Street is set to go traffic-free between Orchard Street and Oxford Circus on Sunday 21 September as part of a one-day event showcasing proposals to pedestrianise London’s most famous shopping street. The “This is Oxford Street” event will run from 12pm to 8pm and feature themed zones spanning fashion,…

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Primark launches first integrated UK brand campaign

Primark has launched its first fully integrated UK brand campaign, including its debut television advert, to support a refreshed women’s denim range. The autumn/winter collection went on sale on 1 September across all 197 UK stores and via Click and Collect. It follows more than a year of work to…

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Levi’s UK warns rising ‘anti-Americanism’ could damage brand

Levi’s UK has warned that a risk of “rising Anti-Americanism” in light of Trump Tariffs and US governmental policies could drive consumers away from US brands and dent its sales in the UK. In its latest filings on Companies House, the group said that consumers may develop an “increasing willingness”…

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Sweaty Betty returns to profit for first time in three years

Activewear brand Sweaty Betty has revealed that it made a profit of £1.5m during 2024, compared with a £13.4m pre-tax loss the year prior, its first profit since 2021. In accounts submitted to Companies House, the business stated that it also reduced its headcount from 990 to 903 staff members…

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Aldi to offer virtual work experience to 10,000 young people by end of 2025

Aldi has pledged to provide virtual work experience to 10,000 young people across the UK by the end of 2025. The free online course is open to students aged 13 and over and introduces participants to careers in retail, including warehouse operations, store management and office-based roles.  It includes videos…

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Lidl beats 2025 plant-based sales target

Lidl GB has surpassed its 2025 target for meat-free and milk-alternative sales, recording a 694% increase against its original goal of 400%. The discounter said the milestone was part of a wider plan to increase the share of plant-based protein to 25% of all protein sold by 2030, in line…

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Primark opens first standalone UK Home store at Trafford Palazzo

Primark has opened its first standalone Home store in Great Britain at Trafford Palazzo in Manchester. The new store spans two floors and covers nearly 12,000 sq ft. It offers bedding, throws, storage and decorative items, alongside a mezzanine with travel products such as luggage, packing cubes and accessories. The…

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Brunello Cucinelli profits up 16% amid ‘very positive’ H1

Brunello Cucinelli has reported a “very positive” first half of 2025, with net profit soaring 16% to €76.7m (£66.4m) while revenues also climbed. Over the period, revenues rose by 10.2% to €684.1m (£592.5m), while EBIT hit €113.8m (£98.6m), up by 8.8% against the prior year. In its latest update, the…

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Frasers to lower bonus goal as boss misses out on £100m payout

Frasers Group CEO Michael Murray is set to miss out on the required targets to achieve a £100m bonus, but the company is set to lower the targets which could see him land the bonus by 2030, according to reports from The Times. The bonus is dependent on the company…

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Hotel Chocolat appoints new UK GM

Hotel Chocolat has announced the appointment of Carrie Martin as its new UK general manager, effective 6 October 2025. Her appointment follows the departure of CEO Lysa Hardy after seven years.  Martin joins from snack brand Kind, where she has served as general manager for Europe, the Middle East and…

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