All articles by Nicola Harrison – Page 59
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NewsGovernment urged to improve competitiveness so retailers invest
British Retail Consortium has urged Government to improve UK competitiveness to ensure retailers invest rather than increase their cash reserves.
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InterviewQ&A: Kingfisher boss Ian Cheshire on management restructure
Kingfisher group chief executive Ian Cheshire speaks to Nicola Harrison about the DIY giant’s new management structure, the Olympics - and garden gnomes
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NewsRetailers optimistic that Olympics will drive sales
The proportion of store groups expecting a boost from the London 2012 Olympics has more than doubled since last summer.
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OpinionSports Direct in pole position
Nicola Harrison has worked on the news desk at Retail Week for three years, covering property, furniture, DIY, and entertainment.
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NewsPaphitis' Boux Avenue signs three stores
Boux Avenue has signed three more stores as the Theo Paphitis-owned lingerie chain expands across the UK.
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NewsStratford City performs 'exceptionally well', says Westfield
Westfield Stratford City has performed “exceptionally well” since opening in September, according to the Australian developer.
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NewsSports Direct strong Q3 ahead of expectations
Sports Direct retail sales grew 10.2% to £408.6m in the 13 weeks to January 22 as the retailer outperformed management expectations.
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NewsSwarovski reveals plans for lola&grace
Swarovski has revealed details of its new lola&grace brand, aimed at a “younger, trend-led” audience.
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NewsGame hires PwC to conduct strategic review
Game has hired PwC to help the retailer form a long term strategy for the business.
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NewsWinter warmers drive John Lewis sales
John Lewis sales grew 6% to £52.5m in the week to February 4 as shoppers stocked up on winter warmers in the cold weather.
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NewsComet axes 450 staff
Comet’s new owner has taken the axe to 450 jobs as it seeks to turn around the ailing electricals business, it is understood.
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OpinionDunelm steady under Wharton
Nicola Harrison has worked on the news desk at Retail Week for three years, covering property, furniture, DIY, and entertainment.
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AnalysisCrisis disposals: When emergency surgery is needed
HMV and Game are selling parts of their business to preserve the core. Nicola Harrison reports on crisis disposals.
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NewsEdinburgh Woollen Mill in the frame to buy Peacocks
Edinburgh Woollen Mill has emerged as one of the four bidders in the running to buy collapsed value clothing retailer Peacocks, Retail Week understands.
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NewsGame marketing boss Dave Hughes exits as 46 jobs put on the line
UPDATED: Game chief marketing officer Dave Hughes it to leave the retailer as it enters into a consultation with staff at its head office, putting about 46 jobs in jeopardy.
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NewsDunelm reports strong H1 as it appoints Matt Davies to the board
Value homewares Dunelm has notched up a strong half year performance as it appoints outgoing Pets at Home boss Matt Davies as a non exec director.
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NewsAmazon topples HMV to become UK's biggest entertainment retailer
Amazon is the biggest player in the UK entertainment sector after toppling HMV for the first time.
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NewsVacancy rates show sharp north-south divide
Shop vacancy rates have stabilised at 14.3% during the second half of last year, although the latest figures show a sharp north-south divide.
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NewsGame sets Friday deadline for overseas business first round bids
Game has set a Friday deadline for first round bids for its overseas business.
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OpinionIs SuperGroup more than a fad?
Nicola Harrison has worked on the news desk at Retail Week for three years, covering property, furniture, DIY, and entertainment.