All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 21
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GalleryIn pictures: Virgin Media reveals digital innovations at Bullring store
Virgin Media has opened a new regional flagship store in Birmingham’s Bullring shopping centre which showcases its latest innovations.
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NewsMarks & Spencer extends time it takes to pay suppliers
Marks & Spencer is to extend the time it takes to pay its general merchandise suppliers from 60 to 75 days.
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AnalysisQueue management innovation: What do retailers need to know?
As House of Fraser begins a trial of a new system to prevent long queues to collect online orders, Retail Week takes a look at innovations in queue management.
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NewsHomebase launches social commerce deal
Homebase has launched its first co-buying initiative whereby customers deals on specially selected products with the final price determined by the number of people who sign up to the deal.
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NewsPeacocks to open new kids fascia in garden centres
Peacocks is to open a new children’s fascia as concessions within garden centres as the retailer looks to expand its presence beyond the high street.
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NewsHouse of Fraser trials virtual queue system for online collection
House of Fraser has kicked off a trial of a virtual queuing system that will allow shoppers to browse the store while waiting to collect online orders.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis sales growth slows as shoppers bask in sunshine
Sales growth at John Lewis slowed as shoppers opted to spend their bank holiday outside in the sunshine last week.
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AnalysisIn the news: Farfetch founder José Neves profiled
The founder of clothing site Farfetch has been capitalising on his love of fashion and technology for almost 20 years and has set his sights on further expansion in the US.
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NewsVictoria’s Secret extends UK presence with Bluewater store
US lingerie giant Victoria’s Secret is to open at Bluewater shopping centre along with sister brand Pink.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What do Dixons' sell-offs mean for the retailer?
Dixons today revealed plans to sell off its lossmaking Pixmania business and Turkish arm ElectroWorld. Retail Week takes a look at the implications for the retailer.
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NewsVideo: Lidl opens Dorking store with operatic flash mob
Discounter Lidl has taken a novel approach to opening its new store in Dorking, Surrey.
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NewsIceland pledges commitment to the high street as it opens 800th store
Iceland has pledged its commitment to the high street as the retail industry debates its future.
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NewsHome shopping specialist Damartex acquires Coopers of Stortford
Home shopping specialist Damartex has acquired home and garden retailer Coopers of Stortford for £25m.
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AnalysisThe Grimsey Review: Retailers’ reaction
Former Focus boss Bill Grimsey released his review of the high street featuring 31 recommendations to Government yesterday including a freeze on parking charges and a levy on large retailers to fun start ups. Retail Week rounds up the reaction.
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NewsCoombes backtracks on plans to revive the Comet name
The entrepreneur who planned to revive the Comet name has u-turned in his attempts to breathe new life into the iconic electricals retailer’s moniker.
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NewsRetailers lambast Grimsey Review's proposed levy on large retailers
Retailers have slammed calls outlined in the Grimsey Review for them to invest hundreds of millions of pounds into a high street levy at a time when they are already battling heavy tax burdens.
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NewsTesco criticised by advertising watchdog over horse meat advert
Tesco has been criticised by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) over an advert it ran that claimed the horse meat scandal had impacted all retailers.
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NewsWiggle hires new chief executive as Humphrey Cobbold departs
Wiggle has hired Stefan Barden as its new chief executive from foodservice company Brakes, as current boss Humphrey Cobbold departs the etailer.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Are retail’s green shoots appearing?
These last few summer months brought good sales for many as the sun shone on retailers as well as holidaymakers. As today’s rise in retail sales offers futher good news, Retail Week takes a look at how each sector is performing.
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NewsCard Factory to refinance after shelving sale plans
Card Factory owner Charterhouse has shelved plans to sell the 650-store retailer after receiving bids below its expectations.