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• Co-op reroutes stock to rural stores amid cyber attack disruptions

  07-05-2025 16:10 via retailgazette.co.uk
  
  Co-op is prioritising deliveries to rural and island-based stores as it works to minimise disruption caused by an ongoing cyber attack that has affected supply chains across its UK store network.
  The move comes amid growing concern over shortages in isolated communities, with some stores—particularly across the Scottish isles—reportedly running low on essential items following the attack.
  The convenience retailer has reportedly diverted food and drink supplies to its most remote loca
  
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• Insights from the 2025 State of the UK Hourly Workforce Report: Workforce Innovation [Part Three]

  07-05-2025 14:54 via theretailbulletin.com
  The Future of UK Retail Depends on Workforce Innovation With increasing economic pressure and evolving workforce expectations, retailers cannot afford to stick with outdated labour management... View Article
  
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• Poundland: TOFS owner Modella circles discount chain

  07-05-2025 13:54 via retailgazette.co.uk
  The Original Factory Shop owner Modella Capital is among a number of parties circling Poundland.
  The private equity firm, which also owns WHSmith’s high street business, has made it through to the second stage in the auction of the discount chain, Sky News reported.
  If successful, Poundland would be the fourth major retailer Modella has acquired in recent months. Related StoryWHSmith buyer Modella restricted from mass shop closures for 12 months06/05/2025 x 8:21 AMThe firm launched company
  
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• Amazon launches cut-price Haul offer to lure UK shoppers from Temu

  07-05-2025 11:52 via retailgazette.co.uk
  
  Amazon has launched its ultra-low-priced Haul proposition in the UK as the online giant looks to take on Temu.
  Customers will be able to shop thousands of products across fashion, home and lifestyle for £20 or less, with the majority priced under £10.
  Amazon Haul, which launched in the US last year, is available on the retailer’s Shopping app and orders will arrive within two weeks. Related StoryAmazon surpasses Q1 earnings estimates02/05/2025 x 12:52 PMThe proposition has its
  
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• John Lewis Partnership chair Jason Tarry in line for £1.3m payday

  07-05-2025 11:16 via retailgazette.co.uk
  
  John Lewis chair Jason Tarry is in line to receive more than £1.3m this year, significantly above the pay package of his predecessor Dame Sharon White.
  The former Tesco executive, who joined last September, took home a £415,000 pay check in his first four and a half months.
  The retail giant said Tarry agreed a base pay of £990,000 on appointment as chair, but that this has been adjusted upwards so that it “equalised to the amount paid to the chief executive officer to ref
  
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• Tesco launches F&F clothing online amid growing popularity

  07-05-2025 10:41 via retailgazette.co.uk
  
  Tesco has launched its F&F clothing range online, allowing consumers to shop the range on its website and via its Grocery and Clubcard app.
  The supermarket giant has added more than 2,200 products across women’s, men’s and kids’ clothing, footwear and accessories.
  This also includes its F&F Edit, Sports and F&F Active Athleisure, as well as exclusive collaborations and seasonal ranges such as school uniforms. Related StoryThe Entertainer to launch in over 2,000 Tesc
  
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• Next to triple footprint at Bluewater

  07-05-2025 10:20 via theretailbulletin.com
  
  Next is to significantly grow its presence at Bluewater by tripling its store footprint. The fashion and home retailer is upsizing from its existing 44,600 square... View Article
  
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• Cardfactory celebrates strong year

  07-05-2025 09:46 via theretailbulletin.com
  
  Cardfactory has posted a strong uplift in full year sales and profit as it continues to implement its growth strategy. In the 12 months to 31... View Article
  
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• Uniqlo to Temu: Japan’s shoppers make a generational shift

  07-05-2025 09:00
  Chinese platforms have broken through barriers once considered impenetrable
  
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• Hugo Boss posts decline in first quarter sales and profit

  07-05-2025 08:54 via theretailbulletin.com
  
  Hugo Boss has reported a decline in first quarter sales and profit following the impact of adverse market conditions. In the first three months of 2025,... View Article
  
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• Next to triple Bluewater store footprint with major expansion next year

  07-05-2025 08:42 via retailgazette.co.uk
  
  Next is preparing to significantly expand its presence at Bluewater Shopping Centre by taking over the former House of Fraser unit in 2026.
  The fashion and homeware giant is set to triple its current footprint, moving from its 44,600sq ft space to a 133,000sq ft location.
  This new store will be one of the retailer’s largest branches in the UK, promising to offer an even broader range of clothing, homeware, and a café for shoppers to enjoy.
  Bluewater centre director James Waugh said:
  
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• Ex-Poundland director Tim Bettley named MD at The Original Factory Shop

  07-05-2025 08:32 via retailgazette.co.uk
  
  The Original Factory Shop (TOFS) has appointed Tim Bettley as its new managing director.
  Bettley brings over 35 years of retail experience, having most recently served as commercial director at Poundland & Dealz.
  He previously held same the role at TOFS from 2015 to 2018, “ during which time he was responsible for securing the great deals which TOFS customers expect.”
  He has also held senior roles, including non-food commercial director at Morrisons, where he led the launch of th
  
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• Card Factory outpaces market with strong FY25 growth

  07-05-2025 08:21 via retailgazette.co.uk
  
  Card Factory has posted a solid financial performance for the year ending 31 January 2025, with revenue rising by 6.2% to £542.5m, outpacing the wider celebrations market.
  The greeting card and gift retailer continued to build momentum across its store estate, with total store revenue growing by 5.8% and like-for-like store sales rising by 3.4%. The expansion of its product ranges, particularly in gifts and celebration essentials, helped drive a 5.4% increase in average basket value.
  The b
  
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• UK Grocery Shoppers Checkout from Paper Receipts: 71% Choose Digital When Offered In-Store

  07-05-2025 07:03 via theretailbulletin.com
  
  Leading digital receipt solution, Yocuda, has found that Grocery consumers’ appetite for digital receipts is accelerating, as new research reveals 71% of UK grocery shoppers opt... View Article
  
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