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NewsAsos promotes from within as it names new chief financial officer
The ecommerce retailer announced that Aaron Izzard would take the role at the beginning of July.
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NewsPoundland to 'halt rent payments' at hundreds of stores
Poundland is set to stop paying rent at 250 of its shops if a mooted restructuring plan gets the nod from creditors, according to reports.
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NewsOxford Street pedestrianisation to go ahead
The mayor of London has confirmed that Oxford Street will be pedestrianised.
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Opinion‘Why all retail staff must now be offered training against insults, threats and attacks’
As a law mandating retailers to train staff on how to protect themselves against abuse takes effect in New York, Retail Trust chief executive Chris Brook-Carter says UK retailers should take advantage of training that enables employees here to feel safer at work
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Chart of the WeekJust one in four UK retailers feels highly prepared for cyber incidents
A wave of attacks faced by the British retail sector this spring demonstrated how important it was for brands to tighten their cybersecurity strategies, but new research shows that just one in four retailers feels highly prepared to deal with a major cyber incident
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InterviewQ&A: Snap head of retail discusses catering to Gen Z and ramping up retail
As Snap unveils new innovations to connect more brands and retailers with its mass audience, Retail Week talks to its head of retail and lifestyle, Rachel Levy, to find out more about how it is increasingly becoming a valued place to shop and discover brands.
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NewsJD Sports opens first Las Vegas flagship
JD Sports has opened its first ever Las Vegas flagship as it looks to push forward with its plans to open experiential physical retail destinations around the globe.
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NewsShein faces fresh lawsuit in claims of dodged taxes
Online fashion giant Shein has been hit with a new lawsuit from the High Court claiming it has committed customs and VAT fraud.
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AnalysisAroma Zone: The French health and beauty retailer scenting opportunity in the UK
French health and beauty retailer Aroma Zone is the latest international player to sense an opportunity in the UK.
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NewsAsda unveils £10m refresh for in-store cafe portfolio
Asda has announced a £10m refresh of over 180 of its in-store cafes across the UK.
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NewsCrocs to open its debut London outlet store this year
Footwear brand Crocs is set to open its first London outlet store later this year as its popularity continues to increase, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsBiggest retailers face £600m tax rise as rates reform hits
Britain’s largest supermarkets and West End shops face being hit hardest by a £600m surge in property taxes next year, according to new analysis.
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NewsFortnum & Mason eyes UK stores outside of London
Fortnum & Mason is considering opening UK stores outside of London for the first time in its three-century history.
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Opinion‘Only as good as next day’s trade? That mindset risks putting short-term tactics above long-term strategy’
While many believe the retail and consumer sector is challenged, True’s Matt Truman believes that, with patience, significant investor gains can be made
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InterviewQ&A: Nectar360 boss on creating new opportunities in retail media
Sainsbury’s and Nectar360 have today announced their new platform Pollen, which they say will “supercharge” their retail media business and drive forward their strategy
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Retail VoiceSix ways to crack down on retail crime
With two-thirds of retailers taking steps to protect themselves from theft and violence, NFU Mutual examines how the sector can successfully tackle shoplifting
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Innovation of the WeekL’Oréal partners with firm for 3D AI-generated product imagery
Innovation of the Week is a series highlighting retail initiatives that have caught the eye of our team. Every week, we bring you new ideas and case studies across consumer, technology, sustainability, economy, policy, and industry.
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NewsInvestment firm acquires stake in WHSmith following high street sale
An activist investment firm has started to build a stake in WHSmith after it sold off its high street arm to Modella Capital.
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NewsInditex looking to bring Lefties brand to UK
Fashion giant Inditex is eyeing new store locations for the expansion of its Lefties brand in the UK, according to reports.
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NewsJohn Lewis’ great-grandson leaves Oak Furnitureland
Patrick Lewis, great-grandson of the founder of department store chain John Lewis, has left Oak Furnitureland after one year as its finance boss.