All articles by Ben Cooper – Page 21
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Opinion
Another torrid week in retail property
Thursday could be quite a day. British Land’s publication of its third quarter results in the morning is not likely to be the landlord’s finest hour, especially given the turmoil property owners are finding themselves in.
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Analysis
Property Directors Forum: Few concessions
This year’s Property Directors Forum had some heated moments as retailers and landlords thrashed out their mounting concerns. Ben Cooper was there
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News
Westfield retailers unite in outrage at service charges
The dispute over service charges at Westfield London has escalated as more retailers join the fight against the landlords’ demands.
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Opinion
Prupim's monthly rent offer comes with strings attached
The news that landlord Prupim has offered retailers monthly rent payments is to be welcomed wholeheartedly. But the move does raise a number of questions.
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News
International luxury trio to make UK debuts in London
Three international luxury labels are preparing to open their debut UK stores after signing for units at high-profile London locations.
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Analysis
The Northwest: Cracks in the pipeline
The retail development bubble has finally burst and the busy Northwest pipeline has been one of the hardest hit. Ben Cooper looks at the schemes that survived and those that are on the rocks
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News
Top landlord Prupim offers monthly rent relief
Prupim, the property investment arm of Prudential, has become the first major landlord to offer its retailers the chance to pay rents monthly on existing leases without any financial penalties.
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Tesco eyes west London cinema for development
Tesco has submitted plans for a mixed-use scheme in Greenford, west London. The development would bring a 59,000 sq ft (5,500 sq m) Tesco and restore part of the listed building formerly occupied by a Granada cinema.
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News
Shopping centre openings propel city ranks
Major shopping centres that opened last year have led to unprecedented changes in the rankings of the UK’s top retail destination, according to a report released last week.
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Opinion
The lines of communication are still open
Those of you lucky enough to be at Retail Week’s Property Directors Forum last Thursday will have seen a truly lively set of discussions unfold.
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Analysis
Jeremy Collins: A bridge between two worlds
John Lewis head of development Jeremy Collins is the new BCSC president. Ben Cooper finds out more about his plans to bring retail and property together.
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News
Strong trading pushes Matalan store expansion
Value fashion retailer Matalan is to expand its store portfolio following a strong Christmas trading period.
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News
Factory outlet sales soar as shoppers hunt for bargains
Cash-strapped shoppers looking for discounts over Christmas flocked to the UK’s largest factory outlet centres, which experienced major increases in sales and footfall.
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Opinion
We live in uncertain times
The year has started with something of an uneasy lull in property circles. With most but not all retailers having reported their Christmas sales, it’s obvious that the last month has brought some mixed fortunes.
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Analysis
Backing UK Retail: The heart of the community
As our Backing UK Retail campaign celebrates the industry’s role in supporting the economy, Ben Cooper looks at how retail developments have revitalised the country’s towns and cities.
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NewsRaft of retailers snap up 300 Woolworths stores
Grocers, value retailers and fashion players are among those that have agreed deals to take on Woolworths stores.
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News
Consumers to cut retail spend as debt repayments bite
Retail will be “prioritised downwards” in 2009 as consumers begin reining in high street spending in favour of repaying mortgages and reducing debt, according to research firm Verdict.
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Opinion
Pre-pack exploitations are damaging retail property
Going bust used to be a big deal. The consequences were serious and far reaching, and for the individuals involved it meant curtains, at least in the short term.
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News
BRC slams Government over rates burden
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has published a report this morning criticising the Government for adding to retailers' business rates burdens.
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News
Thriving Cash Generator to expand
Value retailer and pawnbroker Cash Generator has ramped up its store expansion as it bucks the economic downturn.