All Policy & legal articles – Page 109
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NewsGovernment-backed review says it will scrutinise female leadership
The Review Board has announced it will investigate how female representation in leadership positions at British businesses can be improved.
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AnalysisAnalysis: After Brexit, who will be retail's winners and losers?
Retailers across the UK have been left to ponder an uncertain future following the country’s shock vote to leave the European Union.
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NewsConsumer confidence plummets at sharpest rate in 21 years after Brexit
Consumer confidence has nosedived in the wake of the EU referendum result as shopper sentiment fell at its fastest rate since 1994.
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NewsOpinion: Fight Brexit uncertainty by getting on with business as usual
Someone said to me the other day that anyone claiming to be able to predict the path of British politics is either a liar or a fool.
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OpinionOpinion: Six tips to help retail leaders think clearly in turbulent times
As I talk to retail leaders, it’s clear that many are highly concerned with the current political situation in the UK.
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NewsFrank Field: Tina Green made £28m last year from BHS acquisition
The MP leading the select committee on BHS has hit out at Lady Tina Green, calling to attention the sums she continues to earn from BHS.
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NewsSainsbury's boss Coupe 'absolutely convinced' by Argos deal despite Brexit
Sainsbury’s boss Mike Coupe has downplayed fears over Brexit and remains “absolutely convinced” of the rationale to acquire Home Retail Group.
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AnalysisOpinion: Why the end of Sainsbury's joint venture with Netto was a surprise
The news that Netto and Sainsbury’s are ceasing their tie-up was a surprise, but not as much of a surprise as Dansk returning to the UK in 2014.
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NewsEx-BHS owner Dominic Chappell insists: ‘We gave it the best shot’
Former BHS owner Dominic Chappell has defended his time in charge of the collapsed retailer and insisted his consortium “gave it the best shot”.
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NewsBusiness confidence nosedives in the aftermath of Brexit vote
Confidence among UK businesses has plummeted since Brexit with firms’ expectations for sales, exports and investments going “off a cliff”.
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VideoWatch: Mary Portas explains how Brexit and instinct could benefit retailers
Mary Portas explains that retail could be in for “a very good summer” after Brexit caused a favourable market for international money.
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NewsChancellor George Osborne pledges to cut corporation tax following Brexit
Chancellor George Osborne has vowed to cut corporation tax by 5% in a move to encourage businesses to invest in the UK following Brexit.
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NewsSupermarkets urged to reveal results of chicken contamination tests
The UK’s leading supermarket chains are being urged by a consumer group to regularly publish the results of their chicken contamination tests.
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NewsAlibaba launches online system to crack down on counterfeit goods
Alibaba has kick-started a fresh drive to stamp out fake goods on its sites by urging retailers and brands to back its anti-piracy campaign.
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OpinionOpinion: Radical insolvency review could ensure more retailer rescues
As insolvency laws come under greater scrutiny than ever following high profile collapses, what might come of the review into the framework?
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NewsSir Philip Green demands apology for 'shocking and offensive' remarks
Sir Philip Green has labelled an MP’s remarks about the behaviour of Arcadia directors and the Green family “shocking and offensive”, demanding an apology.
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NewsBHS: MP Frank Field demands 'a very large cheque from the Green family'
Frank Field MP told Arcadia directors today that “a very large cheque from the Green family” was necessary to fill BHS’s pension black hole.
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NewsBrexit sparks consumer fears over UK economy and personal finances
Almost two thirds of consumers are concerned about the future of the UK economy and their personal finances following the Brexit vote.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How will Brexit impact retail employment in the UK?
As a shocked UK descended into confusion following the Brexit decision, retailers have sought to reassure staff from EU countries.
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NewsAs it happened: BHS inquiry hears from Goldman Sachs chiefs
Goldman Sachs’ most senior London director appeared before MPs over the collapse of BHS continues. Catch up on how the action unfolded on our live blog: