All People articles – Page 287
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NewsFormer B&Q boss Kevin O'Byrne proud to leave DIY retailer "in good shape"
Kevin O’Byrne has said he is proud of his achievements at the DIY giant and is considering his next moves after leaving last week.
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AnalysisMarks & Spencer’s full year: Five things to look out for ahead of its results
Marks & Spencer will unveil its full-year results on Wednesday. Here, Retail Week highlights five key areas to look out for:
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NewsAnalysis: Thorntons is still adjusting to being a commercial supplier
Thorntons boss Jonathan Hart stepped down today after four years in charge. But despite falling profits, his exit took the City by surprise.
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OpinionCan Tesco regain its dominance by emulating a Tory turnaround?
Much like the new Conservative majority government, Tesco may subvert expectations and re-establish its market authority.
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NewsLord Rose: Retail bosses want to 'do the right thing' on staff pay
Ocado chairman and former M&S boss Lord Stuart Rose has insisted that all companies want to “do the right thing” on employee pay.
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NewsJaeger chairman Peter Williams exits role after six months
Jaeger chairman Peter Williams has stepped down from the retailer because he does not “have the time required” for the role.
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NewsThorntons chief exec Jonathan Hart steps down after four years at the helm
Thorntons chief executive Jonathan Hart is stepping down from the embattled chocolatier after four years heading up the business.
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NewsBreakfast Briefing: Retail news on HMV, Ocado and The Co-op
Retail news round-up on May 18, 2015: HMV weeks from digital comeback, Ocado and Co-op face shareholder backlash over pay and ex-Lush directors offload shares.
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NewsRobert Dyas appoints new chief operating officer after Bea Pearson exit
Robert Dyas has appointed a new chief operating officer after the exit of Bea Pearson less than 18 months into the role.
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AnalysisPeople moves: Shaun Wills joins Jacques Vert, Coast restructures and more
Musical chairs across the fashion sector as retailer Jacques Vert brings in new senior executives and Coast overhauls its management team.
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NewsNew Look sold to South African investment group Brait in £1.9bn deal
Fashion retailer New Look has been sold to South African investment group Brait in a deal valuing the retailer at £1.9bn.
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NewsThree things retailers can learn from the growth of snacks business Graze
The boss of the fast growing snacks etailer Graze says that retailers can learn from its agile delivery business and how it uses data.
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OpinionComment: The Tories must allow retail’s voice to be heard
The Conservative government’s unexpected majority should enable them to put their promises into action across the retail sector.
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NewsTesco closes remaining Homeplus stores and axes 450 jobs
Tesco is closing its last six Homeplus stores in the UK and is axing around 450 jobs as Dave Lewis continues to review its non-core business.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Tesco, Co-op and Farfetch
Retail news round-up on May 13, 2015: Tesco to close remaining Homeplus stores, Farfetch acquires Browns and Co-op promises to amend its board election process.
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AnalysisQ2 trading conditions survey: Share your views on experience
As part of its Retail 2015 report, Retail Week is carrying out four sentiment analyses to gauge how retail chiefs’ views on trading shift throughout the year.
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AnalysisWhat will the appointment of Business Secretary Sajid Javid mean for retail?
Sajid Javid does not fit the Conservative stereotype and is expected to make big waves as he takes up the Business Secretary role previously held by Vince Cable.
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NewsBRC calls for Government to maintain business rates review momentum
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has called on the new Government to maintain momentum with a review of the controversial business rates system.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Five priorities for Tesco UK's new boss Matt Davies
Halfords boss Matt Davies takes the reins of Tesco on Monday, the latest addition to Dave Lewis’ new team. Retail Week examines his top priorities.
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NewsElection: Retail chiefs including Paphitis and Walker welcome Tory majority
Retail bosses have welcomed the stability of the general election outcome as the Conservatives head towards a slim majority.