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OpinionFiddling while Rome burns
Retailers suffer at the hands of bureaucrats and get nothing in return, says Malcolm Walker.
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OpinionRetail surgery: What should I consider when questioning store closures?
Are we better to close stores that are trading OK as the leases are up for renewal, or close poorly trading stores with years left on the lease?
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OpinionRetail surgery: Is valid insurance protection against a claim?
My company has valid insurance in place, which I reviewed last year. Is that enough to ensure I’m covered in the event of a claim against the company?
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News
Kesa shareholders give Comet sale to OpCapita the green light
Kesa Electricals shareholders have given the go-ahead for the sale of Comet to private equity firm.
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NewsRobert Dyas boss exits after five months
Robert Dyas chief executive Steve McVey has stepped down from the homewares and hardwares retailer after just five months and has been replaced by finance director Graham Coles.
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NewsInterested parties circle Barratts
A number of retailers have expressed interest in shoe business Barratts and Priceless’ stores after it collapsed into administration last week.
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NewsChristmas Day shopping? It’s better than DIY
The presents are opened, you’ve just finished your turkey, ruminated over the Queen’s speech, so how do you spend the rest of your Christmas Day?
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NewsJohn Lewis sales jump 4.7% as it gears up for last minute rush
Department store John Lewis’ sales jumped 4.7% year-on-year in the four days to the end of Wednesday, December 14.
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NewsB&Q launches 'most aggressive' price campaign yet
B&Q has launched its longest-ever winter sale following a £60m price investment.
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NewsEtailer Pro Bike Kit wins backing
Private equity firm Encore Capital has taken a majority stake in online bike accessories retailer Pro Bike Kit and brought in former M and M Direct chief executive Steve Robinson as chairman.
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AnalysisTown centre retail to lose share, Portas study shows
The proportion of retail sales through town centres is expected to decline significantly in the next three years, as Mary Portas attempts to reverse a “crisis” situation.
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NewsRetail sales volumes fall month-on-month in November according to ONS
Retail sales volumes dipped 0.7% in November from the previous month according to the Office of National Statistics despite the Christmas shopping season kicking off.
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NewsAnalysts confident of Carpetright recovery
Analysts believe Carpetright is well positioned for when the recovery comes despite the floorings retailer reporting a first-half loss.
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NewsFocus DIY's customers, shoppers and unsecured creditors receive nothing
Landlords, suppliers, customers and employees owed £821.1m following the collapse of Focus DIY have received nothing.
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NewsHeadhunter Shipley to join Miles Partnership
Headhunter Sue Shipley is to join search firm the Miles Partnership after leaving Odgers Berndtson, where she was global practice leader for retail.
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News'Christmas on a knife edge' as footfall dips last week
High street footfall dipped in the week beginning December 5, down 2.6% year-on-year.
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NewsCarpetright IT and e-commerce director Ian Woosey made redundant
Carpetright group IT and e-commerce director Ian Woosey has been made redundant following a review of the business.
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NewsDFS invests in growth despite earnings fall
Sofas giant DFS has posted a fall in quarterly sales and earnings but is continuing to invest in expansion and confident in longer-term prospects.
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NewsMoss Bros like-for-likes soar
Moss Bros like-for-likes soared 10.5% in the 19 weeks to December 10, despite being up against tough comparables.
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NewsSports Direct sales up in first half
Sports Direct has reported flat pretax profits at £100.3m as sales grew in the first half.