Board
This coverage highlights board-level developments shaping the UK retail industry, from executive appointments and leadership reshuffles to governance strategy and corporate direction. Retail Sector reports on boardroom changes across major retail brands, supermarkets, and e-commerce operators, analysing how leadership decisions influence company performance, culture, and market positioning. Coverage includes director appointments, succession planning, governance best practices, and strategic decision-making at the highest levels. For retail professionals, these insights illuminate how leadership dynamics drive operational change, investor confidence, and long-term growth across the sector.
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Feb- 2020 -28 FebruaryComment
Why retailers shouldn’t neglect Gen Xers
Only a few years ago, marketers were hailing Gen Zers as the new big thing; now it’s Gen Alpha that’s making waves. It’s understandable – these generations challenge the status quo. However, retailers that focus uniquely on these younger generations are missing a trick. Generation X, born between 1967 and…
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27 FebruaryHigh Street
British homeware brand Olivia’s saves Houseology from collapse
Luxury furniture and homeware brand, Olivia’s, has completed a deal to buy Houseology, which went into administration last month. Olivia’s, which is part of The Moot Group, acquired all IP and assets, including Houseology’s suppliers and stock, for an undisclosed amount. Olivia’s will continue to run Houseology as a standalone…
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25 FebruaryNews
Barclay brothers’ children in Ritz hotel ‘bugging’ scandal
A legal feud between the Barclay brothers’ families has come to light after a court heard Sir Frederick had private conversations recorded by his twin brother’s son in the Ritz hotel in London. Frederick, 85, and his daughter Amanda claimed Sir David’s three sons were “parties” to the secret recording…
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25 FebruaryBusiness Bites
Chlorinated chicken ain’t the way
The European Union will insist that the UK retains the current ban on chlorinated chicken as part of any free trade agreement that might be struck by the end of this year. It taps into one of the most symbolic arguments made during the last three years by those who…
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20 FebruaryClothing & Shoes
Laura Ashley reports ‘disappointing’ £4m loss
Fashion retailer Laura Ashley has reported losses before tax of £4m for the half-year period ended 31 December 2019. The retailer attributed the “dissapointing” loss to lower sales in home furnishings and “Brexit uncertainty”, and said revenue disruption was also caused by changes with its Japanese franchise partner. The retailer…
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17 FebruarySport & Leisure
Adidas to appoint Thomas Rabe as new chairman
Sportswear brand Adidas has said in a statement it intends to appoint Thomas Rabe as its new chairman, following a board meeting last week. Rabe, who has held the position of deputy chairman since May 2019, would succeed Igor Landau as chairman, who spent over 15 years at the company.…
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13 FebruaryPeople Moves
Majestic Wines appoints new CFO
Specialist drinks retailer Majestic Wine has announced the appointment of Alex Jablonowski as its chief financial officer. Jablonowski joins from the Oasis and Warehouse Group, and previously held positions at Hamleys, Tesco and Costa Coffee. The appointment follows a series of changes to the retail board at Majestic, as the…
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12 FebruaryDIY
Inter Ikea appoints new CEO
Inter Ikea has announced that Torbjörn Lööf, who has been the company’s CEO for the past seven years, is to step down from his role and will be replaced by Jon Abrahamsson Ring. To ensure a “good handover”, Ikea said Ring, who is a former assistant to Ikea founder Ingvar…
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12 FebruarySupermarkets
Sainsbury’s Bank chairman departs after seven years
Roger Davis is to step down as chairman of Sainsbury’s Bank after nearly seven years in the role. Davis has been chair of the board since May 2013 after the ‘Big Four’ grocer bought 50% stake in Lloyds Banking Group for £248m. He is also chairman for Global RadioData Communications…
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11 FebruaryDepartment Stores
M&S appoints Eoin Tonge as new CFO
Marks and Spencer has appointed Eoin Tonge as its new chief financial officer. Tonge is currently the CFO of Greencore Group, a position he has held since 2016. Prior to this, he was the managing director of the Grocery Business for two years and was previously the chief strategy officer…
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