All articles by James Wilmore – Page 21
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NewsSunday trading shake-up hangs in the balance as opposition mounts
The government faces a possible defeat over its plans to shake-up Sunday trading laws as the SNP is set to reject the proposals.
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NewsHotel Chocolat to float on AIM to 'accelerate' growth plans
Hotel Chocolat intends to float on the London Stock Exchange market for smaller firms, AIM, as it plots more store openings.
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NewsLloydsPharmacy owner Celesio's ops director exits as digital boss sought
LloydsPharmacy owner Celesio UK is on the hunt for a new operations director and digital director as it looks to boost its online offer.
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NewsAndy Bond's new discount variety chain reveals name and first location
A new discount variety retailer, being launched by former Asda boss Andy Bond, will debut in June under the name Guess How Much! (GHM!)
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AnalysisAnalysis: How will Bunnings' arrival shake up the UK DIY sector?
By the time the next Ashes series rolls around, it won’t only be the cricket field where Australians are doing battle with Brits.
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NewsSunday trading shake-up faces last-minute rebellion from Tory MPs
The Government faces pressure to water down its plans over Sunday trading laws as its own MPs are threatening a rebellion.
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NewsSir Philip Green in talks with government agency over BHS pensions deficit
Sir Philip Green is believed to have been asked to contribute to the cost of rescuing ailing BHS’s pension scheme, according to reports.
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NewsFormer B&Q boss Hodkinson warns Kingfisher chief of Bunnings' threat
Former B&Q boss Jim Hodkinson has accused Kingfisher chief Véronique Laury of “arrogance” over her dismissal of the threat posed by Bunnings.
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NewsPoundstretcher to launch new pound shop format under new boss
The owner of Poundstretcher is launching a new pound shop format with plans to have up to 50 stores by the end of the year.
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NewsSports Direct disappears from FTSE100 as Morrisons re-enters
Sports Direct has officially dropped out of the FTSE100, while grocery giant Morrisons has re-entered the index after a short absence.
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NewsSports Direct set to drop out of FTSE100 while Morrisons could return
Sports Direct is expected to drop out of the FTSE100, while Morrisons could replace the under-fire retailer in the index.
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NewsSteinhoff's Conforama tables rival bid for electricals retailer Darty
Steinhoff has crashed the party on another deal by lining up a rival bid by Conforama for UK-listed electricals retailer Darty.
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NewsPoundland appoints ex-B&Q head as new boss as Jim McCarthy steps down
Poundland has unveiled a change at the top with long-serving boss Jim McCarthy to be replaced by former B&Q chief Kevin O’Byrne.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What would a Brexit mean for the retail sector?
Britain may yet say au revoir to our continental cousins as the odds on a Brexit have shortened. So what could this mean for UK retail?
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NewsThe Hut Group boosts beauty presence with haircare brand deal
The Hut Group has boosted its presence in the beauty market by acquiring haircare brand Grow Gorgeous, according to reports.
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NewsAmazon fashion focus intensifies with own-label launches
Amazon has started selling its own private-label fashion brands in the US as it up its focus on the category, it has emerged.
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NewsEx-Asda boss Andy Bond advising Steinhoff over Home Retail bid
Former Asda boss Andy Bond is believed to be advising retail giant Steinhoff on its bid for Home Retail Group.
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NewsLord Rose confident 'common sense will prevail' in Brexit vote
Lord Stuart Rose has told Retail Week he believes common sense will prevail and Britons will vote to stay in the European Union.
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NewsBRC to remain neutral in Brexit debate but calls for clarity
The British Retail Consortium will remain neutral in the debate over Britain’s future in European Union as a vote on the matter looms.
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NewsAmazon ramps up UK expansion plans with new fulfilment centre
Amazon has unveiled plans to open a new 1 million sq ft fulfilment centre in Leicestershire as its steps up its UK expansion strategy.