All Department stores articles
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NewsJohn Lewis to recruit 1,000 care-experienced young people by 2030
John Lewis Partnership has committed to recruiting an additional 1,000 young people who have experienced care by 2030, more than doubling its previous target.
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NewsFrench department store pulls Shein concessions
The owner of BHV Marais has ended its partnership with Shein after seven months, branding the tie-up as a “strategic error”.
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NewsJohn Lewis reveals latest phase of store investment
Department store business John Lewis has detailed shops that will benefit from a £50m injection as part of its ongoing investment programme.
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GalleryIn pictures: New stores, ranges and signings as retail celebrates World Cup kick-off
With the start of the men’s football World Cup just days away, retailers have been getting into the spirit of the tournament, launching everything from new pop-ups and ranges through to signing an actual footballer.
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NewsSelfridges jobs at risk in head office restructure
Selfridges is planning to restructure its head office operations in a move that could affect 2% of its total workforce.
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NewsM&S grows second-half profits despite cyber chaos
Marks & Spencer says the worst is behind it after a cyber attack caused chaos in stores and froze its online operations, reporting second-half profit growth as it sets out plans for its biggest expansion in years.
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NewsJohn Lewis unveils new own-brand café and restaurant concept
John Lewis is launching its new own-brand café and restaurant concept named Platter John Lewis.
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NewsHarvey Nichols launches new wellness destination at Knightsbridge flagship
Harvey Nichols has opened a new wellness destination on the fourth floor of its Knightsbridge flagship store.
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NewsJohn Lewis bets big on beauty with Skin Cupid shop-in-shops and dedicated loyalty offer
John Lewis is stepping up its investment in beauty with a new exclusive partnership with Korean skincare specialist Skin Cupid and an enhanced offer for its MyJL loyalty members.
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AnalysisHow to build high-performance stores
Successful stores always put CX at the heart of strategy – but ongoing growth requires periods of reflection to see the bigger picture, identify hidden costs and reset for the future.
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NewsJohn Lewis and Brent Cross owner in court clash over click-and-collect
The owner of Brent Cross is suing department store business John Lewis for a share of online sales from the London shopping centre branch.
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NewsJohn Lewis encourages staff to return to the office for ‘better outcomes’
Department store giant John Lewis has told staff to come into the office more regularly as it looks to achieve “better outcomes” and accelerate its turnaround.
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NewsJohn Lewis rolls out new premium home concessions
John Lewis has forged new partnerships with several premium home and furniture brands to launch new in-store concessions.
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DataRetail Pay Index: How much do the biggest UK retailers pay shopfloor staff?
Explore Retail Week’s annual index of the shopfloor pay for 80 of the UK’s biggest retailers.
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NewsSelfridges boosts pay for shop floor workers
Selfridges has increased the wages of its shop floor staff by more than 6%, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsJohn Lewis launches second collection with Rejina Pyo
John Lewis has released its second collaboration with London-based contemporary designer Rejina Pyo for spring/summer 2026.
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AnalysisHas M&S finally cracked Sparks?
M&S may have finally cracked the code on what to do with its Sparks loyalty scheme. The high street giant unveiled its newly transformed programme yesterday (April 15), offering customers cash rewards when they spend across any of its departments
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NewsMarks & Spencer revamps Sparks loyalty scheme
Marks & Spencer has overhauled its Sparks loyalty scheme, offering members “pounds, not points”, in the latest phase of the retail giant’s transformation, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsJohn Lewis appoints new fashion creative director
John Lewis has named former Topshop design director Jacqui Markham as its new fashion creative director.
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NewsFrasers launches AI shopping assistant
Frasers Group has introduced an AI shopping assistant across its premium fashion and lifestyle brand Frasers’ website.