Morrisons Reports Volatile Q1 Sales Amid Pandemic Challenges
Morrisons reports a "volatile" first quarter due to the pandemic, with group like-for-like sales up 5.7% overall. The supermarket...
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Mike Ashley and Cowgill Bid for Office Amidst Pandemic Challenges
Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley and JD Sports' Peter Cowgill have emerged as bidders for footwear retailer Office, seeking...
Business Rates Revaluation Postponed Until 2022: Supporting Struggling Businesses Amid Pandemic
In a move to reduce uncertainty for businesses during the pandemic, the UK government has decided against a planned...
JD Sports Blocks Kath Smith’s Appointment at Boohoo, Delays Full-Year Results Amid Pandemic
Sportswear giant JD Sports has blocked non-executive director Kath Smith from joining rival online fashion retailer Boohoo, effective from...
Sainsbury’s Faces £500m Profit Hit Amid Pandemic Challenges
Sainsbury's warns annual profits could drop by £500m due to pandemic-related costs, despite a recent rise in grocery sales....
New Leadership for Waitrose Amid Pandemic: James Bailey Appointed as Head
In a bid to navigate the ongoing pandemic, John Lewis Partnership is set to appoint former Sainsbury's executive James...
Co-op Anticipates £200m Increase in Costs Amid Covid-19 Crisis
In a recent announcement, the Co-op has warned that the Covid-19 pandemic is expected to increase its costs by...
Protecting High Street Businesses from Aggressive Rent Collection during Pandemic
In an effort to protect high street businesses struggling during the pandemic, the business secretary announces new measures to...
Pandemic Abuse: One in Six Shopworkers Faces Verbal or Physical Assault Daily, Says Union
One in six shop workers face abuse during every shift amidst the pandemic, according to a trade union survey....
DFS Raises £64m Through Share Placing Amid Pandemic Challenges
DFS, a furniture retailer, has raised £64 million through a share placing, increasing its financial resilience during the pandemic....