Greater Manchester
This coverage examines the retail landscape and business dynamics across Greater Manchester, addressing trends, challenges, and opportunities in one of the UK’s most significant regional markets. Reporting focuses on store openings and closures, investment in retail spaces, local economic conditions affecting trade, strategic decisions by national and independent retailers, and the impact of regional planning and regeneration initiatives — all tailored for professionals managing retail operations, property, and strategy within the area.
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Feb- 2025 -4 FebruaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-4/2/25
Shein’s planned £50bn London IPO is under threat due to potential US tariff reforms and ongoing allegations of forced labor in its supply chain. Former President Donald Trump’s proposal to eliminate the ‘de minimis’ tax rule—which allows duty-free imports of small packages under $800 from China, Canada, and Mexico—could significantly…
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4 FebruarySupermarkets
Aldi to create 1,600 new store roles
Aldi is set to create 1,600 new store roles this year as it aims to continue its significant investment across the UK. Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket, which currently has more than 1,050 stores, has plans to open even more across the UK as part of its £650m investment in Britain. Roles…
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Jan- 2025 -6 JanuaryClothing & Shoes
New Look to speed up planned closures ahead of tax changes
New Look is reportedly set to permanently shutter roughly a quarter of its 364 stores when leases expire, putting some of its 8,000 staff at risk, according to The Times. While the retailer has restructured its store portfolio twice in the past six years and downsized from 600 UK stores…
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Dec- 2024 -5 DecemberNews
Aldi to open four new stores across the UK
Aldi is set to open the doors to four new stores today (5 December) as it continues its rapid expansion drive across the UK. The stores will be located at Cribbs Causeway in Bristol, Hetton-le-Hole in Tyne and Wear, Ashton-in-Makerfield in Greater Manchester, and Macduff in Banffshire, creating more than…
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5 DecemberClothing & Shoes
Police investigating stalking claims from Boohoo
Police are investigating claims of stalking and corporate espionage made by several executives from Boohoo, according to reports from The Times. Police forces in Manchester and Kent are looking into reports of stalking offences understood to be aimed at Boohoo group CEO Dan Finley, former boss John Lyttle and co-founder…
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Nov- 2024 -6 NovemberSupermarkets
Aldi to open 11 new UK stores ahead of Christmas
Aldi is set to open 11 new stores across the UK between now and Christmas. New stores in Sedgley in the West Midlands and Castle Douglas in Scotland are set to open this week, while Horsham in West Sussex and Muswell Hill in London are also gearing up to welcome…
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Sep- 2024 -30 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief-30/9/24
Boohoo is reportedly considering a break-up of its business, following pressure from shareholders to revive the company’s declining fortunes. Boohoo’s share price has dropped by over 85% in the last five years, and the company has faced widening losses. The board is said to be contemplating spinning off its core…
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30 SeptemberHealth & Beauty
Lookfantastic unveils first permanent store in Greater Manchester
THG-owned beauty retailer Lookfantastic has opened its first ever concept store in Greater Manchester. The new store features over 90 beauty brands, including exclusives such as Dermatologist-founded brand, Dr Loretta, democratised expertise, and access to expert advice from industry insiders and multi-brand specialists, in-store beauty experts, including dedicated skin health…
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Jul- 2024 -29 JulyHealth & Beauty
British Land signs three healthcare leases at Crownpoint Retail Park
British Land has leased 12,800 sq ft of space to three healthcare businesses at Crownpoint Retail Park, Denton in Greater Manchester. InHealth, the UK’s largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions, has taken a 5,000 sq ft unit for a Community Diagnostic Centre, while CVS Vets, one of the…
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Jun- 2024 -7 JuneNews
Lidl announces plans for new distribution centre
Lidl UK has revealed plans for a brand new Regional Distribution Centre (RDC) in Bolton, Greater Manchester, following the freehold acquisition of 43.71 acres at Harworth Group’s flagship Logistics North development. The news of the warehouse marks another multi-million pound investment by the retailer, following a series of recent announcements…
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