All articles by Megan Robinson
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NewsletterTech & Digital Briefing: Should all retailers be selling on TikTok Shop?
Hi, and welcome to your new-look Tech and Digital newsletter written by me, Retail Week senior reporter Megan Robinson. I’ll be rounding up the most interesting stories covering the world of digital retail and technology every week to keep you well-informed and ahead of the curve. Our main feature this ...
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VideoSainsbury’s brings back the BFG for 2025 Christmas ad
Sainsbury’s has debuted its 2025 Christmas ad, with the return of children’s book character the BFG.
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VideoAsda unveils Christmas campaign with iconic Grinch character
Asda has unveiled its 2025 Christmas advert starring the iconic grumpy festive character, the Grinch.
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NewsJohn Lewis to open VIP area for loyalty members in flagship store
John Lewis is set to open a VIP area in its London flagship shop on Oxford Street for members of its loyalty card scheme.
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Interview‘AI is not a flashy tool’: Rithum managing director on stripping out complexity
Rithum works with retailers such as Marks & Spencer, Zalando, Adidas, and Walmart.
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NewsConsumers favour experiences, value and resale in golden quarter
Consumers are now favouring experiences, value-led retail and resale platforms during the golden quarter, according to new research from Experian and Reward.
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AnalysisThe beauty players daring to do things differently with bricks and mortar
Beauty is a constantly innovating sector, often accompanied by long-lasting loyalty, inviting stores and a strong online offering
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NewsAliExpress launches new scheme to match Amazon prices
Global online marketplace AliExpress has launched a new scheme to match and compete with Amazon’s prices.
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NewsHMV continues expansion with more stores in UK and Europe
HMV is set to expand further into the UK and Europe with three new stores planned as part of its continued store rollout.
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NewsCurrys Black Friday deals to be slashed to its lowest ever price
Electricals giant Currys has promised that all of its Black Friday deals will be at their lowest ever price.
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FeatureTikTok Shop: why are some retailers yet to take the plunge?
Four years on from TikTok Shop’s launch in the UK, Retail Week explores how it has gone from an entertainment app to a revenue driver, which brands have dived in, and which are worried about the murky waters.
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InterviewQ&A: Boots head of wellness on the rapidly expanding category and tapping into viral trends
Wellness is a topic many consumers have been exploring since the pandemic, whether they are searching for better sleep, healthier immune systems, or getting more vitamin D. As we hurtle towards the colder months, this is expected to ramp up.
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NewsAmazon confirms mass corporate job cuts
Amazon has confirmed it will axe thousands of jobs across its global corporate workforce.
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NewsRetail bodies say over 100,000 jobs at risk if chancellor hikes business rates
Over 100,000 jobs could be at risk if chancellor Rachel Reeves imposes higher business rates, the British Retail Consortium and UK Hospitality have said.
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NewsMorrisons to transform hundreds of corner shops into convenience stores
Morrisons is planning to change hundreds of corner shops into its own branded convenience shops across England.
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NewsAroma Zone unveils details of first UK store
Aroma Zone will open its first UK store in Westfield London, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsRecorded incidents of shoplifting rise in England and Wales
Police recorded shoplifting offences in England and Wales rose again in the year to June 2025, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
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NewsShoe Zone sales drop as it awaits Budget before giving future outlook
Shoe Zone has seen a decline in revenue as it battles with store closures, declining consumer confidence, and effects from the last autumn Budget.
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NewsDunelm sales increase as it invests in new app
Homewares retailer Dunelm has reported an increase in sales, driven by higher volumes sold and investment in its app.
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NewsWickes sales grow across all aspects of its business
Wickes has reported growth across all areas of its business, led by volume sold.