New CEO for Joules: Jonathon Brown takes over from Nick Jones
Jonathon Brown has been appointed as Joules' new CEO, joining as CEO designate on September 7th and taking the...
Monthly Archives: August 2022
Harrods Threatens Strike Replacements with Agency Staff Amid Pay Dispute
Harrods threatens to use temporary agency workers in case of strikes, warns Unite union. The luxury retailer sent a...
Primark Appoints Michelle McEttrick as Chief Customer Officer
In a major shakeup at Primark, Michelle McEttrick has been appointed as the company's first-ever Chief Customer Officer starting...
UK Economy Contracts in Q2 Amidst Cost of Living Crisis
In a recent report from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the UK economy contracted by 0.1% in Q2...
Frasers Group Sells Retail Parks for £205m, Plans to Use Proceeds for Operations and Expansion
Frasers Group sells retail parks for £205m, plans to use funds for working capital: Frasers Group has completed the...
A.S. Watson Group Creates 25,000 UK Jobs for Youngsters by 2030 Amid Pandemic Impact
In a bid to combat the impact of Covid-19 on global youth employment, A.S. Watson Group, owner of Superdrug...
John Lewis Retires ‘Never Knowingly Undersold’ Pledge After 97 Years, Focuses on Everyday Quality and Value
John Lewis, the UK retailer, is set to unveil a new company slogan on August 22nd, replacing its 97-year-old...
Sir Ralph Halpern, Topshop Founder and Retail Visionary, Passes Away at 83
In a major loss for British retail, Sir Ralph Halpern, founder of Topshop and influential figure during the Thatcher...
Halfords Tackles Rising Cost of Motoring with Price Cuts and Discounts
Halfords launches new initiatives to help UK consumers cope with rising motoring costs, including cutting prices across all products...
Rishi Sunak Promises Business Rate Cuts if Elected PM
In a recent debate, Rishi Sunak vowed to cut business rates this autumn, emphasizing his support for small retailers....