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This coverage focuses on retail activity, trends, and developments in London, a central hub of the UK retail industry. Reporting highlights flagship store openings, property developments, regional economic factors, consumer behaviour, and strategic moves by both international and domestic brands. Tailored for retail executives and managers, it offers insights into operating and competing in one of the world’s most dynamic retail markets.
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Apr- 2023 -20 AprilHealth & Beauty
Lush raises staff pay in line with Living Wage Foundation
Lush Cosmetics has increased wages for staff in the UK this month as an accredited Living Wage Foundation employer. The real living wage, according to the foundation and based on the true cost of living, is £10.90 per hour in the UK, and £11.95 per hour in London for all…
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20 AprilClothing & Shoes
David’s Bridal enters administration
David’s Bridal UK has entered administration after its US owner filed for bankruptcy. David’s Bridal UK Ltd is a subsidiary of the “long-established” David’s Bridal LLC which is headquartered in Pennsylvania, United States of America. The US arm filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy…
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18 AprilHealth & Beauty
Superdrug to invest in 25 new stores
Health and beauty retailer, Superdrug, has announced plans to invest in 25 new stores this year, expanding its bricks-and-mortar retail footprint. It said the venture is expected to create over 570 jobs nationwide, creating a “seamless customer experience” and provide support for high streets and local communities. The investment is…
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17 AprilSupermarkets
Asda to trial driverless deliveries in London
Asda has partnered with Wayve self-driving vehicles in a year-long trial that will give the supermarket the ability to autonomously deliver groceries to over 170,000 residents across 72,000 households in London. The Wayve self-driving vehicles will join Asda’s existing online delivery operation at the Park Royal superstore in West London…
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12 AprilNews
Games Workshop appoints new non-executive director
Miniature wargames manufacturer Games Workshop has recently announced the appointment of Mark Lam as non-executive director at the company. The group said Lam has many years of experience in telecommunications and information technology, having previously been chief technology and information officer of Openreach and a senior executive at BT Group. …
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12 AprilClothing & Shoes
Footasylum to expand store portfolio amid increased demand
Footasylum, the retailer of fashion streetwear and sportswear, has announced its plans for a series of new store openings and upgrades across the country in the year ahead. The plans come as the retailer has experienced a “notable” increase in demand for its womenswear, following the recent opening of a…
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11 AprilHigh Street
Footfall surges 18.6% on Good Friday
Good Friday footfall (up to 5pm) has provided a welcome boost to retailers as it surged by 18.6% compared with the previous week, according to a new report by Springboard. The footfall in high streets was 26% higher than the previous Friday by 5pm and 8.5% higher than the week…
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11 AprilNews
Waitrose to launch Gail’s Bakery areas in 64 stores
Supermarket chain Waitrose has recently revealed it will add dedicated Gail’s Bakery areas in 64 of its shops in the South and East of England by May. Waitrose will also be doubling the range of Gail’s sourdough breads and other craft baked goods it stocks, adding new lines from crackers…
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11 AprilHigh Street
Poundstretcher eyes stock market listing
Poundtsretcher is reportedly eyeing a floatation on the stock market, The Mail On Sunday has reported. According to City sources, the discount retailer has hired advisers to explore a potential listing after the business welcomed strong sales during the pandemic. The Mail said it was “not yet clear” if the…
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6 AprilShopping Centres
Battersea Power Station welcomes 5 million visitors since opening
Battersea Power Station has welcomed more than five million visitors and over 20 new shops, eateries and leisure venue openings since opening last October. New openings at the Grade II-listed building include Jigsaw, Under Armour, ME +EM, Kiehl’s, Hackett, IWC, Swatch, Reformation, Pinko, Bimba Y Lola, Theory, The North Face,…
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