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WHSmith’s high street exit: what it means for the retail industry

After more than 230 years as a staple of British high streets, WHSmith is considering selling off its entire high…

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HMV halts UK expansion amid rising wage costs

HMV has halted its UK expansion in anticipation of the rising wage costs due to commence next month, and will…

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M&S invests £95m into pay increase for retail staff

M&S has announced a £95m investment in its retail pay offer, its biggest ever investment in pay and third consecutive…

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UK retail sales grow 2.3% in February, BDO reveals

Total retail sales in discretionary spend categories grew by 2.3% in February, compared to a negative base of -1.3% in…

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Today’s news in brief-26/2/25

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has warned that one in 10 part-time retail jobs, equating to up to 160,000 roles,…

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One in 10 part-time retail jobs at risk, BRC says

One in 10 part-time retail jobs, up to 160,000 roles, could be at risk of being lost over the next…

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The decline of UK department stores: can they survive?

The decline of department stores in the UK has been one of the most significant shifts in the retail sector…

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DFS appoints former Holland and Barrett CEO as NED

DFS Furniture has announced the appointment of former Holland and Barrett CEO Tony Buffin as an independent non-executive director. Buffin…

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Today’s news in brief-12/2/25

Kering, the luxury conglomerate behind Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, and Bottega Veneta, reported a challenging fiscal 2024, with revenue falling…

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Beales to shutter last remaining store amid budget changes

Beales, one of Britain’s oldest department stores, will shutter its last remaining store after more than 140 years of trading…

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