Supply Chain

Today’s news in brief-11/2/25

Fast fashion giant Shein has scrapped plans to open a UK warehouse in the Midlands, initially intended to support its…

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Shein abandons UK warehouse opening amid London listing uncertainty

Fast fashion group Shein has reportedly abandoned plans to open a warehouse in the Midlands, according to The Telegraph, as…

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UK retailers still facing ‘mountain of costs’, M&S CEO warns

M&S CEO Stuart Machin has warned that UK retailers are still facing a mountain of costs despite Rachel Reeve’s push…

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M&S recruits John Lyttle as clothing MD amid leadership reshuffle

M&S has announced that John Lyttle, the former CEO of Boohoo, will be joining as managing director of clothing, home…

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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…

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High street sales rise 7.1% in January but concerns on rising costs remain

Total retail sales in discretionary spend categories grew by 7.1% in January amid concerns that 2025 is set to be…

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Shein’s London float in danger as Trump tariffs target US tax loophole

Shein’s £50bn London IPO plans could be in danger after Donald Trump set his sights on closing a tax loophole…

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N Brown appoints Clare Empson as chief customer operations officer

N Brown Group has revealed Clare Empson has been promoted to the newly created role of chief customer operations officer.…

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Today’s news in brief-22/1/25

River Island has engaged AlixPartners to manage cost reductions ahead of impending tax hikes in April. Despite a £33.2m pre-tax…

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Asda appoints David Lepley as new chief supply chain officer

Asda has announced that David Lepley will join its executive team as chief supply chain officer, to lead its food…

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