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OpinionComment: What ‘I’m a Celebrity’ can teach retailers
Nothing says it’s nearly Christmas like settling down in front of a roaring fire, switching on the telly and watching minor celebrities getting covered in cockroaches.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Dublin department store Clerys is embarking on its next chapter
The Dublin department store Clerys has emerged from disaster with a new lease of life and is embarking on the next chapter in its history.
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NewsInternational analysis: Walmart’s new boss will have his work cut out
One of the highest-profile jobs in retail will soon change hands, with Doug McMillon appointed to succeed Mike Duke at the helm of Walmart.
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AnalysisData: Retailers and shoppers embrace Black Friday
Black Friday deals helped drive footfall last week as Christmas shopping kicked off in earnest.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can online clothing retailers overcome buyer hesitation?
How can online clothing retailers overcome buyer hesitation?
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can retailers best utilise the pop-up format?
How can retailers best utilise the pop-up format?
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NewsClarks appoints former Burberry president as chairman
Footwear retailer Clarks has appointed former Burberry president Thomas O’Neill as chairman.
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NewsVideo: Cath Kidston boss Kenny Wilson on the Piccadilly flagship
Kitsch homewares retailer Cath Kidston opened its Piccadilly flagship today.
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AnalysisThe Chancellor's Autumn Statement: Retailers' reaction
The Chancellor George Osborne revealed a raft of measures to tackle the burden of business rates today and boost high streets. Retail Week takes a look at what retailers think.
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NewsVideo: West Elm boss Jim Brett on the US furniture brand's UK launch
US furniture giant Williams-Sonoma opened its first UK store today under the West Elm fascia.
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OpinionBlog: Etailers on the hunt for smaller stores with more flexible terms
It wasn’t so long ago that many in the property world were predicting the demise of the high street. High profile administrations suggested that the high street and, consequently, retail were in permanent decline.
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AnalysisInfographic: How the Government will tackle business rates
The Government today confirmed it will cap business rate rises at 2% next year, cut business rates by up to £1,000 for smaller businesses and extend small business rate relief.
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AnalysisInnovation watch: Mixing coffee, whisky and shirts at Sydney's Shirt Bar
Nestled among the Amex, Westpac and Macquarie banks in the financial district of Sydney, Shirt Bar is a shirt store with a difference.
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OpinionComment: West Elm will reinvigorate the UK home market
West Elm’s entrance to the UK furniture and home market will help reinvigorate the premium end of this sector, filling a gap that is currently underserved.
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GalleryIn pictures: Cath Kidston flagship opens on London's Piccadilly
British retailer Cath Kidston has opened its flagship store in London’s Piccadilly which is four times larger than its average in the UK.
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NewsChancellor George Osborne confirms business rates cap in Autumn Statement
Chancellor George Osborne has confirmed he will cap business rates for large businesses at 2% as he unveils a raft of measures to boost high streets.
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NewsThe Hut launches £5,000 personalisation challenge for students
Etailer The Hut Group has launched a £5,000 programming contest challenging computer science students to make personalised user recommendations.
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NewsBlockbuster to disappear by end of year as more stores close
Video and DVD rental chain Blockbuster is to disappear from the high street by the end of the year as administrators struggle to find a buyer.
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GalleryIn pictures: West Elm opens on Tottenham Court Road
US retail giant Williams-Sonoma makes its UK landfall as its West Elm fascia opens in central London.
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NewsGovernment to tackle inconsistent food and drink unit pricing
Consumer affairs minister Jo Swinson has said that changes are needed to food and drinks labels to help shoppers identify the best deals.