Sustainability
This coverage examines sustainability initiatives and challenges within the UK retail sector. Reporting highlights environmental strategies, supply chain improvements, energy efficiency, packaging innovation, and leadership commitments aimed at reducing impact and meeting regulatory expectations. Tailored for executives and managers, it provides insights to support sustainable decision-making and long-term planning.
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Jun- 2024 -24 JuneNews
Today’s news in brief-24/6/24
Shein’s plans for a £50bn flotation in London are under threat due to mounting concerns from Chinese officials over negative portrayals of the company in the UK. The British Fashion Council has expressed significant reservations about Shein’s business practices, particularly around labor exploitation. Although the company is based in Singapore,…
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24 JuneClothing & Shoes
John Lewis unveils new circular design collection
John Lewis has today (24 June) launched a new eco-friendly circular collection across its Home and Fashion range. The 20-piece collection, which includes nightwear and filled bedding, has been developed with “circularity at the forefront”, offering products which are longer lasting and more sustainable. Products in the range have an…
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21 JuneClothing & Shoes
Peak Performance to open first UK store in Covent Garden
Scandinavian outdoor brand Peak Performance has selected Covent Garden to be the home of its first-ever UK store. Known for its “bold and progressive” design, Peak Performance Covent Garden will offer a selection of collections at its new 1,700 sq ft home at 49 Long Acre, from the lightweight Helium…
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19 JuneNews
Today’s news in brief-19/6/24
UK inflation has hit its target for the first time in almost three years, with consumer price inflation easing to 2% in May, down from 2.3% in April. The Bank of England last reached this target in July 2021. The Office for National Statistics attributes the decline primarily to falling…
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19 JuneSupermarkets
Cricket salads could be meal staple by 2054, Co-op report finds
Cricket salads, lab-grown steaks and azolla burgers may take the place of classic dishes such as Sunday roasts or fish and chips by 2054, a new Co-op report has found. The supermarket released “never-before-seen” AI images of what these meatimes could look to mark the release of its responsible retailing…
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19 JuneNews
Amazon to invest £23m in skills training for UK employees
Amazon has announced that it is investing £23m in skills training for employees across the UK. The announcement comes as a new study by the retailer found that 61% of UK workers believe that on-the-job skills training or apprenticeships are more valuable for preparing people for work than traditional university…
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18 JuneClothing & Shoes
Russell and Bromley appoints first creative director
Russell and Bromley has announced the appointment of Daniel Beardsworth-Shaw as its first creative director, as the footwear and accessories brand moves design in-house for the first time in its 140-year history. In his new appointment, Beardsworth-Shaw will join the executive leadership team leading brand and product direction reporting to…
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11 JuneProperty
Gunwharf Quays’ second phase of development receives greenlight
Planning permission for the second phase of Landsec’s £45m investment in Gunwharf Quays has been granted by Portsmouth City Council. The works will aim to give visitors an improved full day out experience at the waterfront outlet shopping destination. The new phase of the investment will focus on Marlborough Square,…
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May- 2024 -31 MayNews
Aldi signs news £750m deal with British apple grower
Aldi has signed a new £750m deal with a family-owned Kent-based fruit farm to continue being the supplier of apples and pears. AC Goatham and Son has supplied Britain’s fourth largest supermarket with a variety of apples and pears since 2016 and was announced earlier last year as Aldi’s sole…
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29 MayHigh Street
Pets at Home PBT drops 3.2%
Pets at Home has revealed that its underlying profit-before-tax dropped 3.2% year-on-year to £132m for the year ended 28 March 2024. The company said it expected this drop as a result of short-term availability issues as it transitioned to its new distribution centre and weaker performance of discretionary accessories. This…
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