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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May- 2022 -10 MaySupermarkets
Tesco opens up supply chains to sustainable start-ups
Tesco and WWF have launched a new accelerator programme which aims to pair start-ups with Tesco suppliers to fast-track sustainability innovation in the supply chain. The partnership aims to “cut the environmental impact of food and support UK food security”. It comes as Tesco is calling on the UK government…
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5 MayNews
Coca-Cola open first European flagship in London
Coca‑Cola has announced the launch of its first flagship Coca‑Cola store in London, located in Long Acre, Covent Garden. The retail destination is the first of its kind in Europe, offering a range of limited-edition apparel collections, exclusive designer collaborations, gift items, and unique drinks creations. The London store follows…
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3 MayFeatures
Missguided: what went wrong?
As the face of online shopping for young women around the world, Missguided has faced its fair share of troubles despite its ever-present popularity within the fast fashion industry. Now the company is eyeing potential buyers, it puts into question the future of the business. Since its launch in March…
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Apr- 2022 -26 AprilNews
The pursuit of pop-ups
“Since reopening, retail sales have shown a ‘mixed bag’ of results. While the reopening of physical stores was unquestionably positive for the sector, there are still substantial operating costs associated with reopening which will be affecting retailer margins,” said the British estate agency, Savills. Savills made the comments as the…
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21 AprilClothing & Shoes
Hugo Boss to launch premium resale platform
Hugo Boss is set to launch its premium resale platform in the third quarter of 2022 where customers can buy pre-owned items. It will first be launched in France, with the platform planned to expand to Germany, the UK, and the US in 2025. The platform, ‘Hugo Boss Pre-Loved’ will…
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20 AprilNews
M&S’ Oxford Street demolition blocked by Government
Marks and Spencer’s (M&S) plans for the demolition of its Marble Arch flagship on Oxford Street has been paused by Michael Gove so that ministers can scrutinise the plans. According to the Evening Standard, the communities secretary blocked the plans using an Article 31 holding direction, meaning the local authority…
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8 AprilHigh Street
Selfridges unveils ‘shop of the future’ concept store
Selfridges has announced its new “shop of the future” concept, ‘Supermarket’, a four-week retail experiment at The Corner Shop in its Oxford Street store. By experimenting with new ideas and models, Selfridges said it “will examine future shopping habits, with the aim of opening a conversation around consumption and physical…
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Mar- 2022 -31 MarchHigh Street
Oxford Street launches sustainability awareness campaign
Oxford Street has announced its new sustainability awareness campaign, Beyond Now 2022, during April, the month that the nation comes together to mark Earth Day. In its second year, Beyond Now will showcase the “ever-evolving journey that some of the UK’s brands are on to create a brighter future for…
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30 MarchDIY
IKEA to close Tottenham store, putting 450 roles at risk
Ikea has announced the proposed closure of its Tottenham store in Edmonton, North London, placing the jobs of 450 co-workers at risk. The announcement forms part of the business’ £1bn transformation plan to further invest in London over the next three years to “better meet the needs” of its customers.…
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17 MarchComment
Embracing trends to keep retail supply chains moving
Although it’s increasingly challenging to predict the full impact of global events on supply chains, one of the most influential factors affecting the movement of goods is consumer trends and how changing behaviours can alter retail operations. With the right data and strategy, it’s possible to get an accurate view…
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