All articles by James Wilmore – Page 41
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NewsSajid Javid unveiled as business secretary in Cabinet reshuffle
Sajid Javid has been confirmed as the Conservative government’s new Secretary of State for Business, replacing Vince Cable.
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NewsPoundland founder Steve Smith joins Retail Ombudsman scheme
Poundland co-founder Steve Smith has joined the Retail Ombudsman to oversee the watchdog, which has now gained government approval.
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NewsElection: Retail chiefs including Paphitis and Walker welcome Tory majority
Retail bosses have welcomed the stability of the general election outcome as the Conservatives head towards a slim majority.
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NewsSports Direct reveals plans for new London superstore and gym
Sports Direct is on the hunt for a 100,000 sq ft site in London to incorporate a new office, superstore and gym for customers.
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NewsAldi and Lidl's impressive sales growth slowing, says Kantar
Aldi and Lidl remain the fastest-growing grocers in the sector in terms of sales but this growth is slowing, according to latest figures.
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NewsLidl to embark on expansion push in Italy with wave of store openings
Lidl owner Schwarz Group has ambitious expansion plans for the discount grocer in Italy through a wave of investment and store openings.
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NewsEvans Cycles new owner eyes more stores beyond its south-east heartland
Evans Cycles new owner ECI said it was attracted by the bike retailer’s strong multi-channel offering and is mulling more stores beyond its south-east stronghold.
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NewsActive sells Evans Cycles to private equity group ECI
Private equity firm Active has sold Evans Cycles to another private equity business, ECI, for an undisclosed sum.
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NewsB&M reveals its UK operations director has quit the business
Value retailer B&M has confirmed that its UK operations director, Carl Allen, has quit the business and that it will appoint a replacement.
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NewsRetailers see 'mixed fortunes' in April as grocers bear the brunt
Retailers had “mixed fortunes” in the last month as furniture retailers saw a boost in sales while grocers suffered, according to CBI data.
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NewsConsumer confidence stays level but shoppers wary of big-ticket buys
Consumer confidence has remained level in April but shoppers became less sure about big-ticket purchases, according to the latest figures.
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NewsDeadline looms for Poundland's decision over 99p Stores deal
Poundland has until May 8 to decide if it will pull out of its bid to acquire 99p Stores, or face a detailed probe from the competition authorities.
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NewsSuperdrug plans major expansion with launch of 100 new stores
Health and beauty specialist Superdrug has revealed plans to open 100 new UK stores over the next three years.
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NewsDutch retailer Hema introduces 'happy hour' on fresh produce
Dutch value retail group Hema has introduced a happy hour discount on fresh produce at the end of the day.
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NewsHouse of Fraser appoints Colin Elliot as new chief financial officer
House of Fraser has named its new chief financial officer and the present incumbent is to step down after 13 years in the role.
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NewsTesco names ex-Barclays exec as new group brand director
Tesco has recruited a former Barclays executive to be its new group brand director as the embattled grocer bids to rebuild its image following a turbulent year.
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GalleryStore gallery: Holland & Barrett launches new More store concept
Holland & Barrett has lifted the curtain on a new shop concept called More – a significant update on the retailer’s present format.
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NewsHolland & Barrett plots first US store openings
Health food retailer Holland & Barrett is gearing up to open its first stores in the US, Retail Week can exclusively reveal.
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NewsHolland & Barrett unveils new 'More' store concept to target allergy sufferers
Holland & Barrett is today launching the first store as part of a new concept aimed directly at consumers with food allergies and intolerances.
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NewsPoundstretcher picks ex-Costcutter man Marshall as new finance boss
Poundstretcher has recruited former Costcutter executive Bob Marshall as its new finance director following the departure of Roy Ellis.