All Policy & legal articles – Page 124
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NewsRetailers fear Sunday trading red tape nightmare
Retailers believe new Sunday trading rules could create a bureaucratic headache, after the prospect of ‘zoning’ was raised.
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InterviewQ&A: Communities minister Brandon Lewis on Sunday trading consultation
As the Government launches a consultation on Sunday trading hours, we speak to one of the MPs at the heart of it,communities minister Brandon Lewis.
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AnalysisSunday trading consultation: The key questions that need to be answered
The Government’s consultation on Sunday trading has raised as many questions as it has answered. We assess the implications of the proposals.
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NewsGovernment begins consultation into devolving Sunday trading decision
The Government has today launched its consultation into providing local areas with the power to decide on Sunday trading.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Sunday trading laws, Arcadia and Lidl
Retail news round-up on August 5, 2015: Relaxed Sunday trading laws, Arcadia’s harsher payment terms and Lidl picks Starcom.
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NewsGrocers could close stores and hire fewer over-25s because of living wage
Supermarkets could shutter stores and avoid employing workers over the age of 25 when the national living wage becomes law.
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NewsArgos calls for digital 'revolution' as it backs Government's high street competition
Argos has called for a “revolution” as it throws its weight behind a government competition aimed at reinvigorating the high street.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on living wage, John Lewis, Matalan and more
Retail news round-up on August 3, 2015: Living wage impact, John Lewis’ fashion boutique and Matalan gets brand director
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VideoWatch: MasterCard's £39m credit fee payout to Tesco explained
Your questions answered on the implications of MasterCard’s settlement with Tesco and why some retailers steer clear of American Express.
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NewsTesco receives £39m settlement from MasterCard over credit card fees
Tesco has been paid $61m (£39m) by MasterCard after settling in a multi-billion dollar legal dispute brought by retailers over credit card fees.
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NewsGrexit meltdown fears damage consumer confidence in July
Consumer confidence dropped in July as a result of concerns about a potential financial meltdown caused by instability in Greece.
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NewsIntu boss says case to change Sunday trading hours is 'overwhelming'
The boss of shopping centre landlord Intu has claimed the case for changing “out of date” Sunday trading hours is now “overwhelming”.
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NewsMorrisons faces GCA probe over emails demanding payments from 20 suppliers
Morrisons has attempted to secure one-off payments from about 20 of its suppliers in a move that faces a probe by the supermarket watchdog.
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OpinionComment: The real picture of retail is not as rosy as it looks
The retail industry has never been so focused on price, and as interest rates rise it will force businesses to be more dynamic.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Tesco, Morrisons, Amazon and more
Retail news round-up on July 27, 2015: Tesco abandons 62 sites, Morrisons buyers’ one-off demands and Amazon’s drive-thru plans.
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OpinionNew West End boss: London needs longer Sunday hours to compete globally
New West End Company boss Richard Dickinson says a small change to Sunday trading rules will make a big difference to London.
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VideoThe Retail Week: Harvey Nichols' exit, Dunnes, Kikki.K in the UK and Ikea
News editor James Wilmore and senior reporter Matthew Chapman analyse the week’s biggest retail stories.
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OpinionAs the economy improves, retailers need to make hay while the sun shines
In a world where one of the largest economies suffers a massive stock market plunge, you could be forgiven for thinking you’d woken up in 2008.
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VideoWatch: Why the UK is fertile ground for retailers in 60 seconds
The UK was named among the top countries to do business in. While there is much to celebrate, questions have been raised over infrastructure.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on living wage, Tesco, Amazon and more
Retail news round-up on July 21, 2015: Living wage’s impact on c-stores, Dunnhumby buyers’ face contract overhaul and Amazon grocery.