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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Oct- 2023 -3 OctoberClothing & Shoes
Dr Martens to open 100th EMEA store on Oxford Street
Dr. Martens plc is set to open its 100th EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa region) store on London’s Oxford Street. The new location, at 184 – 190 Oxford St, will open on 10 November 2023. Dr Martens stated that the new store, which is near its flagship store in…
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Sep- 2023 -22 SeptemberElectrical
Currys to recruit for over 1,100 roles ahead of ‘peak’ trading
Technology retailer Currys has today announced plans to create over 1,100 new roles during this year’s “peak” trading period. To support the business through the “busiest” time of the year – the period leading up to Black Friday through to the January sales – 720 temporary roles have been made…
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22 SeptemberAdvice
The retailer’s guide to adopting sustainable business practices
In an era marked by increasing environmental awareness, adopting sustainable business practices is not just a choice, but a necessity for retailers. Consumers are now actively seeking out eco-friendly and socially responsible options, and retailers have a unique opportunity to lead the way. Here are some practical steps retailers can…
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21 SeptemberNews
Aldi to sponsor nationwide beach cleanup project
Aldi has announced it is backing the Marine Conservation Society’s Beachwatch programme with a £50,000 sponsorship. The supermarket has become the biggest corporate funder of the Marine Conservation Society’s beach cleaning and litter survey project, Beachwatch, which aims to support more than 15,000 volunteers to participate in 1,200 local beach…
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19 SeptemberNews
THG net-zero targets get validated by official body
THG, the global proprietary technology platform specialising in taking brands direct to consumers, announced the validation of its net-zero targets by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). The SBTi has confirmed that THG’s sustainability targets align with the latest climate science, aimed at limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial…
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18 SeptemberNews
JD Williams launches premium clothing collection for women
JD Williams, a leading brand within N Brown Group plc, has announced the launch of a new range of premium wardrobe staples, Anthology. The collection features a selection of staples for Autumn Winter 2023, available online from 7 September at JD Williams in sizes 8-18. The edit of “refined, stylish”…
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13 SeptemberClothing & Shoes
Inditex’s H1 profit before tax jumps 39%
Zara and Stradivarius owner Inditex has revealed that its profit before tax rose 39% to €3.3bn (£2.84bn) for the six months ended 31 July 2023. The company’s sales rose 13.5% to €16.9bn (£14.6bn) and as a result the company posted a gross profit of €9.8bn (£8.4bn) which was an increase…
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11 SeptemberClothing & Shoes
Zalando appoints new VP of sustainability and D&I
Zalando has appointed textile and apparel industry expert Pascal Brun as its new vice president of sustainability and diversity and inclusion (D&I), reporting into Padmaja Bommareddy, SVP Corporate Development. Brun joins Zalando from H&M where his experience spanned across different continents and a variety of execution and strategic management roles…
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8 SeptemberNews
Sainsbury’s to use best-before dates on milk from next year
Sainsbury’s has announced it will be swapping use-by dates for best-before dates across its own-brand milk range, making it the biggest UK retailer to make this change. The move will affect 44 products in total, including all fresh and organic milk sold across England, Scotland, and Wales, and will apply…
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5 SeptemberSupermarkets
Sainsbury’s invests £6m in dairy farmers
Sainsbury’s dairy farmers will be paid more from next month following a further £6m annual investment made by the supermarket chain to support farms for the future. This latest investment in dairy pay is on top of an £8.9m booster payment given to SDDG farmers in April last year. Some…
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