https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/en-ukCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comTue, 21 Jul 2026 14:59:00 +0200 Working alongside its asset management partner RivingtonHark, Sheffield City Council confirmed that the retailer would join businesses including Superdry, Fjallraven, and Lucy & Yak, as part of the Heart of the City’s “evolving mix of international, regional, and independent retail brands”.
The 1.5m sq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/urban-outfitters-to-join-sheffields-heart-of-the-city-transformation/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/urban-outfitters-to-join-sheffields-heart-of-the-city-transformation/ Launching at 1500 EST on 21 July, the shop is curated from the pop artist’s personal wardrobe, alongside upcycled merchandise and “one-of-a-kind fashion finds” including designer pieces.
Offered at attainable price points, the collection gives fans the opportunity to own a piece of Larsson’s personal st]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/depop-introduces-the-zara-larsson-edit-with-global-campaign/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/depop-introduces-the-zara-larsson-edit-with-global-campaign/ The company’s new value-focused offer will feature a rotating selection of products linked to seasonal events, with prices fixed for six weeks at a time.
Its inaugural promotion, running until 30 August, focuses on back-to-school essentials including children’s footwear, backpacks and water bottles.
Among the launch deals are Decathlon Kids&rs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/decathlon-launches-middle-aisle-in-discounter-push/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/decathlon-launches-middle-aisle-in-discounter-push/ The appointment is designed to support B&Q’s ambition to deliver more relevant experiences for customers, while enabling suppliers and brand partners to engage more effectively with B&Q customers.
Karsunky joins from Amazon, where she spent more than a decade in senior leadership roles. With over 20 years of experience spanning media, advert]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampq-appoints-former-amazon-lead-as-director-of-retail-media/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampq-appoints-former-amazon-lead-as-director-of-retail-media/ The luxury beauty and wellness brand is launching its site at The Gyle Shopping Centre in September 2026.
The new boutique will offer an “immersive experience” into Rituals’ signature range of bath, body, and home products, which are “designed to inspire moments of mindfulness and self-care in everyday life”. 
The launch will mark “another key step” in the retailer’s UK expansion]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/rituals-cosmetics-to-launch-new-boutique-in-edinburgh/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/rituals-cosmetics-to-launch-new-boutique-in-edinburgh/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wickes-revenue-up-23-as-retail-arm-returns-to-growth-in-q2/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:00:29 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wickes-revenue-up-23-as-retail-arm-returns-to-growth-in-q2/ Like-for-like grocery prices increased 2.6 per cent in the four weeks to 12 July, according to the latest figures from Worldpanel by Numerator, easing from three per cent in June.
The slowdown offers some relief to consumers after months of cost-of-living pressure, but the researcher warned that cumulative pri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/grocery-inflation-falls-to-26-but-annual-spend-climbs-156/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/grocery-inflation-falls-to-26-but-annual-spend-climbs-156/ The home improvement retailer recorded a 0.9% increase in group like-for-like sales during the 13 weeks to 27 June, with growth driven by higher customer numbers and volumes.
Retail revenue increased 1.8 per cent to £366m following a 0.4 per cent decline in the first quarter. Like-for-like sales edged up 0.6 per cent, despite a deflationar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wickes-retail-sales-return-to-growth-as-tradepro-powers-q2/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wickes-retail-sales-return-to-growth-as-tradepro-powers-q2/ The arts and crafts retailer has emerged from the 13-month restructuring programme launched in May 2025, which it said had placed the business on stronger foundations for future growth.
Hobbycraft reported a 13 per cent increase in active online users during the period, alongside a 10 per cent rise in new website users compared with the p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hobbycraft-exits-cva-early-as-online-demand-surges/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hobbycraft-exits-cva-early-as-online-demand-surges/ The charity has published the locations earmarked for closure by the end of March 2027 following a review of its retail estate.
The list spans England, Scotland and Wales, and includes branches in Bath, Blackpool, Camden, Durham, Eastbourne, Hammersmith, Plymouth, Sunderland and Swansea.
Several of the British Heart Foundation’s larger Home Stores will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/british-heart-foundation-axes-87-shops-with-63-more-at-risk/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/british-heart-foundation-axes-87-shops-with-63-more-at-risk/ The European Commission said the Alibaba-owned platform had breached its obligations under the Digital Services Act (DSA) by failing to assess and reduce the risks posed by illegal, unsafe and counterfeit products.
The penalty is the largest issued under the DSA, surpassing earlier fines of €200m for rival marketplace Temu and €12]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aliexpress-slapped-with-record-550m-eu-fine-over-illegal-and-counterfeit-goods/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aliexpress-slapped-with-record-550m-eu-fine-over-illegal-and-counterfeit-goods/ The frozen food specialist temporarily renamed three stores “England” ahead of the national team’s semi-final against Argentina.
The campaign saw Iceland change the signage at its branches in Washington, Chingford and Stourbridge, which are associated with England players Jordan Pickford, Harry]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/iceland-shocked-and-deeply-disappointed-over-world-cup-store-rebrand-spat/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/iceland-shocked-and-deeply-disappointed-over-world-cup-store-rebrand-spat/ West and North London Integrated Care Board said there was “not sufficient existing primary healthcare capacity locally” to meet demand from the proposed development, according to documents lodged with the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation.
The supermarket giant and housebuilder Barratt London submitt]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asdas-park-royal-housing-plans-risk-unsustainable-pressure-on-gps-nhs-warns/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asdas-park-royal-housing-plans-risk-unsustainable-pressure-on-gps-nhs-warns/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-cuts-prices-on-hundreds-of-summer-essentials/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:59:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-cuts-prices-on-hundreds-of-summer-essentials/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jack-amp-jones-to-open-flagship-store-at-bluewater-this-october/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jack-amp-jones-to-open-flagship-store-at-bluewater-this-october/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/selfridges-launches-imagination-caf-for-three-month-residency/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/selfridges-launches-imagination-caf-for-three-month-residency/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-lee-graham-director-of-parcel-pending-locker-solutions-at-quadient-uk/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 03:54:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-lee-graham-director-of-parcel-pending-locker-solutions-at-quadient-uk/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-lowers-prices-as-part-of-new-iconic-value-push/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-lowers-prices-as-part-of-new-iconic-value-push/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/magnet-groups-cva-approved-paving-way-for-store-closures/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:04:38 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/magnet-groups-cva-approved-paving-way-for-store-closures/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/myprotein-activewear-launches-on-nexts-sports-club-platform/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:40:40 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/myprotein-activewear-launches-on-nexts-sports-club-platform/ Based on the lower level of the high street, the store will be almost triple the size of its previous site, spanning 29,225 sq ft.
The shop will offer “an even broader range of clothing, footwear and sportswear.” according to the business. 
Customers will be able to browse “more popular brands than ever before,” including Nike, Montirex, New Balance, Berghaus, Adidas, and Unlike Humans. ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jd-sports-introduces-meadowhall-store/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jd-sports-introduces-meadowhall-store/ Buying manager Cydney Ball summed up the retailer’s rolling timetable: “In some ways, it’s Christmas every day for us.”
The 20-month lead time sounds extreme, until the sums behind peak trading are truly considered. Around a fifth of the UK’]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/what-john-lewis-20-month-head-start-means-for-peak-season-stores/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/what-john-lewis-20-month-head-start-means-for-peak-season-stores/ The new shop, which opened at Prestige Retail Park on 17 July, marked a six-figure investment from the bed retailer.
The site has created five new local jobs, including one store manager role, two full-time roles and two part-time positions.
The Burnley site will be the closest Bensons for Beds store to the company’s Accrington headquarters, which is nine miles away.
It is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bensons-for-beds-returns-to-burnley-after-six-year-absence/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bensons-for-beds-returns-to-burnley-after-six-year-absence/ “We were looking at one of the biggest shopping moments of the year and thinking about the kinds of messages people typically hear during that p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/etsys-vp-of-brand-marketing-were-not-chasing-culture-were-moving-with-it/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/etsys-vp-of-brand-marketing-were-not-chasing-culture-were-moving-with-it/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/urban-outfitters-signs-up-for-sheffields-heart-of-the-city-regeneration-scheme/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/urban-outfitters-signs-up-for-sheffields-heart-of-the-city-regeneration-scheme/ The move would be a significant one, as Asos has traded as an online retailer since it was founded 26 years ago. 
With the name As Seen on Screen, the retailer began its journey in 2000 by selling a range of goods and fashion worn by celebrities on TV and in films. 
Although Asos has previously trialled in-person retail via pop-ups and brand partnerships, it has never be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/will-asos-plans-for-a-permanent-high-street-store-be-a-success/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/will-asos-plans-for-a-permanent-high-street-store-be-a-success/ Which is good news for Ben & Jerry’s, which rolled out its first UK mall kiosk concept at Merry Hill shopping centre in the West Midlands back in April.
The offering consists of a 270 sq ft kiosk based near the shopping centre’s recently renovated M&S store, positioned between Pandora and Beaverbrooks.
The arrival marked Ben & Jerry’s first mid-ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ben-amp-jerryrsquos-uk-head-of-franchising-on-its-first-mall-kiosk-store/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ben-amp-jerryrsquos-uk-head-of-franchising-on-its-first-mall-kiosk-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eu-fines-aliexpress-550mn-for-failing-to-prevent-sale-of-illegal-goods/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eu-fines-aliexpress-550mn-for-failing-to-prevent-sale-of-illegal-goods/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boohoo-faces-further-10-million-legal-claims-over-leicester-supply-chain-scandal/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boohoo-faces-further-10-million-legal-claims-over-leicester-supply-chain-scandal/ The vintage-inspired range will launch on October 22 across all John Lewis fashion stores and online, with prices starting at £65.
The collection spans dresses, knitwear, blouses, jackets, skirts, scarves, footwear and bags, combining Rixo’s signature designs with new shapes and patterns created exclusively for the department store.
It forms part o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-unveils-biggest-ever-fashion-tie-up-with-rixo/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-unveils-biggest-ever-fashion-tie-up-with-rixo/ High street giants, such as Boots, have joined the platform over the past few years, offering consumers the chance to get health, wellness and beauty products within 30 minutes. It was the introduction of Superdrug in November 2025, with full rollout in March thi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/just-eatrsquos-global-health-amp-beauty-lead-on-ldquomagicrdquo-mission-led-categories/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/just-eatrsquos-global-health-amp-beauty-lead-on-ldquomagicrdquo-mission-led-categories/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-to-launch-biggest-ever-fashion-collaboration-with-british-brand-rixo/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-to-launch-biggest-ever-fashion-collaboration-with-british-brand-rixo/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/czech-amp-speake-partners-with-selfridges-birmingham-to-bring-ozzy-osbourne-fragrance-in-store/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/czech-amp-speake-partners-with-selfridges-birmingham-to-bring-ozzy-osbourne-fragrance-in-store/ The retailer is due to open at Liverpool ONE before launching at Lakeside shopping centre in Essex in early October and Gateshead’s Metrocentre in November.
The stores will introduce technology already used at Lefties’ latest European locations, including robotic hanger sorters and radio-frequency identification self-checkouts.
The automated system identifies di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/zara-owner-confirms-august-launch-for-first-uk-lefties-store/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/zara-owner-confirms-august-launch-for-first-uk-lefties-store/ The Crockhamwell Rd store closed last week, less than two years after it opened.
Its Post Office also shut after mail services had operated from the road for around 60 years. The Post Office was seeking a nearby retailer to host a replacement branch.
Morrisons closed another Daily store on Stokesley High St in North Yorkshire on July 18 as its store reduction programme gathe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-shut-first-of-100-daily-stores-as-closure-programme-begins/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-shut-first-of-100-daily-stores-as-closure-programme-begins/ The company’s unconventional decision came after examining economic trends, trade shows, exhibitions, cultural events and film releases.
John Lewis buying manager Cydney Ball told The Times that it was already developing its Christmas 2027 theme while making sure this year’s decorations, toys and store designs had l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-kicked-off-christmas-planning-20-months-early-due-to-ongoing-disruption/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-kicked-off-christmas-planning-20-months-early-due-to-ongoing-disruption/ The video game retailer now owns 43.4 million eBay shares, representing 9.8 per cent of the company, according to a US regulatory filing.
It marks a sharp increase from the five per cent economic interest GameStop disclosed in May when Cohen submitted an unsolicited cash-and-shares offer valuing eBay at about £42 billion.
The retailer bought 3.5 million eBay shares for approximately]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gamestop-doubles-ebay-stake-as-takeover-pursuit-intensifies/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gamestop-doubles-ebay-stake-as-takeover-pursuit-intensifies/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/kering-appoints-romain-spitzer-as-bottega-veneta-ceo/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:53:35 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/kering-appoints-romain-spitzer-as-bottega-veneta-ceo/ As of July 19, large companies including LVMH, Prada, Chanel and Zara owner Inditex are prohibited from incinerating or sending unsold products to landfill.
The rules also cover customer returns and force fashion retailers to prioritise selling products through discounts or alternative markets, donating them or preparing them for reuse.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/luxury-retailers-face-stock-squeeze-as-eu-destruction-ban-takes-effect/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/luxury-retailers-face-stock-squeeze-as-eu-destruction-ban-takes-effect/ Several former Equity Punks ask the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) to examine how the BrewDog co-founder obtained their contact details and whether he used them lawfully.
The emails invited investors whose BrewDog shares became effectively worthless to claim the same stake in Watt’s new company Second Best without charge.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/james-watt-faces-data-law-questions-over-equity-punks-emails/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/james-watt-faces-data-law-questions-over-equity-punks-emails/ The French fashion house is one of nine brands ordered to provide documents on corporate governance and supply chain controls.
Authorities also visited the offices of Moncler, Brunello Cucinelli, Bulgari, Jacob Cohen, Etro, Stefano Ricci, Goyard Italie and Owenscorp Italia.
None of the nine companies is under formal investiga]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/italian-police-search-chanel-offices-in-luxury-labour-probe/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/italian-police-search-chanel-offices-in-luxury-labour-probe/ The latest claims take the total compensation sought from the fashion retailer to £245 million.
The new claimants include the Bank of Korea and Stichting Shell Pensioenfonds, the pension fund for Shell employees in The Netherlands.
Investors allege that senior Boohoo executives knew the retailer used Leicester suppliers where workers faced]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boohoo-faces-another-10m-claim-over-leicester-supply-chain-scandal/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boohoo-faces-another-10m-claim-over-leicester-supply-chain-scandal/ The Hong Kong-based health and beauty group had been preparing a dual listing in London and Hong Kong this autumn.
However, regulatory and other complications in Asia meant the initial public offering could be pushed into next year.
The flotation had been expected to raise around £1.5 billion and value AS Watson at approximately &poun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-owner-considers-delaying-15bn-london-ipo-until-2027/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-owner-considers-delaying-15bn-london-ipo-until-2027/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gamestop-extends-pursuit-of-ebay-despite-wall-street-scepticism/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gamestop-extends-pursuit-of-ebay-despite-wall-street-scepticism/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/luxury-groups-face-inventory-squeeze-under-eu-destruction-ban/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/luxury-groups-face-inventory-squeeze-under-eu-destruction-ban/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/chanel-offices-searched-by-italian-authorities-in-labour-abuse-probe/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/chanel-offices-searched-by-italian-authorities-in-labour-abuse-probe/ Launched in July 2025 in its flagship Westfield Stratford London store, Superdrug’s beauty playground is now a permanent feature in its leading destination stores and online.
The concept acts as “a hub of beauty discovery” where shoppers can “explore must-have brands, access beauty services, receive expert advice, and create content while they shop,&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-marks-first-birthday-of-beauty-playground-with-host-of-new-products/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-marks-first-birthday-of-beauty-playground-with-host-of-new-products/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/checkout-security-has-moved-from-the-card-to-the-customer/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:01:32 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/checkout-security-has-moved-from-the-card-to-the-customer/ The UK fashion brand’s latest design partnership has seen it work with the V&A, while it harnesses a Zalando tie-in to connect with shoppers across 20 European markets.
Brown says: “We only partner with organisat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fatfacersquos-product-director-and-trading-amp-sustainability-director-on-collabs-marketplaces-and-european-growth/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fatfacersquos-product-director-and-trading-amp-sustainability-director-on-collabs-marketplaces-and-european-growth/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brand-licensing-europe-issues-last-call-for-speakers/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:55:28 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brand-licensing-europe-issues-last-call-for-speakers/ The 1000 sq ft space forms the brand’s tenth standalone boutique, and its third opening for 2026. 
The store environment has been “mindfully designed to feel both timeless and welcoming,” featuring reclaimed and vintage furniture curated by the company’s in-house team.
Nobody’s Child CEO Jody Plows said: “Opening our new Cambridge store marks an ex]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nobodys-child-launches-new-cambridge-boutique/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nobodys-child-launches-new-cambridge-boutique/ It is expected to open its first new standalone shop later this year, with owner Authentic Brands Group indicating that the launch will take place “very soon”. A location has not yet been disclosed.
Ted Baker recently opened a boutique inside Selfridges Birmingham at the Bullring, offering a curated range of occasionwear, accessories and lifestyle produ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ted-baker-plots-standalone-store-comeback-after-two-year-absence/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ted-baker-plots-standalone-store-comeback-after-two-year-absence/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/online-payments-move-into-uk-retail-checkouts/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/online-payments-move-into-uk-retail-checkouts/ The tie-up marks the first time the fragrance, created in tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne, will be available in a physical store.
Previously sold exclusively through Czech & Speake’s website, the limited edition will launch at Selfridges Birmingham on 21 July and remain available until the end of August.
The launc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/selfridges-birmingham-to-stock-ozzy-osbourne-fragrance-in-retail-first/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/selfridges-birmingham-to-stock-ozzy-osbourne-fragrance-in-retail-first/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burberry-returns-to-growth-boosted-by-us-and-china-demand/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burberry-returns-to-growth-boosted-by-us-and-china-demand/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burberry-boosted-by-healthy-us-demand-as-iran-war-takes-toll/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burberry-boosted-by-healthy-us-demand-as-iran-war-takes-toll/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burberry-retail-revenue-up-5-but-emeia-sales-decline/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burberry-retail-revenue-up-5-but-emeia-sales-decline/ Revenue climbed from £433m to £455m during the 13 weeks to 27 June, while comparable store sales rose five per cent , reversing a one per cent decline the previous year.
Burberry recorded growth across womenswear, menswear, accessories and childrenswear for the first time in three years, led by a double-digit increase in outerwear sale]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burberry-sales-rise-5-as-turnaround-shows-signs-of-success/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burberry-sales-rise-5-as-turnaround-shows-signs-of-success/ The Sports Direct owner said the changes drove a £9.7m increase in operating expenses across its Premium Lifestyle division, which includes Flannels, House of Fraser, Jack Wills and Sofa.com.
Profit from trading in the division dropped by £9.8m to £147.6m as the additional employment costs outweighed an improved gross profit performan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-blames-labour-for-10m-increase-in-employment-costs/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-blames-labour-for-10m-increase-in-employment-costs/ The online fashion giant is targeting a valuation of between £30bn and £37bn, less than half the approximately £74bn price tag it secured during a 2022 funding round.
However, some investors believe Shein may need to lower its expectations further amid slowing growth and increasing regulatory scrutiny of Chinese ecommerce businesses.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sheins-37bn-ipo-valuation-under-pressure-as-eu-crackdown-knocks-growth/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sheins-37bn-ipo-valuation-under-pressure-as-eu-crackdown-knocks-growth/ Steiner is due to leave the top job in 2028 before moving into a founder role for a further year, during which he will provide strategic guidance and support to the board.
The succession plan follows reports of tensions between Steiner and Ocado chairman Adam Warby, who was said to have started searching for a new chief executive without consulting the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-boss-tim-steiner-denies-he-will-be-puppet-master-after-ceo-exit/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-boss-tim-steiner-denies-he-will-be-puppet-master-after-ceo-exit/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nobodys-child-opens-third-uk-boutique-of-2026-in-cambridge/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nobodys-child-opens-third-uk-boutique-of-2026-in-cambridge/ The agreement brings the 19-month dispute to an end before it reached trial. Its financial terms will remain confidential and Vodafone has made no admission of liability.
The former store owners had accused the telecoms giant of enriching itself at their expense by as much as £85m.
Court documents alleged that Vodafone had cut the sales commissions p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/vodafone-settles-high-street-legal-battle-with-62-former-franchisees/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/vodafone-settles-high-street-legal-battle-with-62-former-franchisees/ The entry-level roles form part of Aldi’s continued investment in its store estate, with around 40 new locations set to open this year under a £370m expansion programme.
Applicants do not need any formal qualifications, although the supermarket said it is looking for candidates who are friendly, positive and confident working with numbers.
Aldi UK recruitment director Kelly Stokes said]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-launches-hiring-spree-for-450-store-roles-amid-expansion-drive/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-launches-hiring-spree-for-450-store-roles-amid-expansion-drive/ Ahmed succeeds Matthew Heslop, who left his role as group wholesale and convenience director in February.
He will oversee the continued growth of Morrisons’ convenience division, including plans to open hundreds more franchised Morrisons Daily stores over the coming years.
The new boss will also be tasked with improving the performance of the grocer’s company-owned convenience shops.
Ahmed has held s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-names-maz-ahmed-as-convenience-and-wholesale-boss/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-names-maz-ahmed-as-convenience-and-wholesale-boss/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-appoints-maz-ahmed-to-lead-convenience-and-wholesale/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:44:35 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-appoints-maz-ahmed-to-lead-convenience-and-wholesale/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-recruiting-for-450-entry-level-store-assistants/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:20:28 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-recruiting-for-450-entry-level-store-assistants/ Johnson took to LinkedIn to explain he will depart the online grocer to lead and build Joybuy’s retail media business across the UK and Europe.
He described his departure from Ocado Retail as “incredibly bittersweet”, as the creation of Ocado Ads and Beet by Ocado was “one of the most challenging, rewarding, and flat-out fun experie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/former-ocado-ads-leader-heads-to-joybuy/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/former-ocado-ads-leader-heads-to-joybuy/ As technology companies race to build AI data centres, the industry has found that the memory chips needed to power them are becoming increasingly scarce, driving up the cost of everything from laptops to tablets.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-ai-boom-is-making-laptops-and-tablets-more-expensive-could-refurbished-tech-retailers-be-the-biggest-winner/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-ai-boom-is-making-laptops-and-tablets-more-expensive-could-refurbished-tech-retailers-be-the-biggest-winner/ For many businesses, an investment in making their operations more sustainable is an ambition that might be difficult to square with commercial reality. How]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-inside-scoop-little-moons-louisa-dodd-on-how-the-brand-is-reshaping-its-supply-chain/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-inside-scoop-little-moons-louisa-dodd-on-how-the-brand-is-reshaping-its-supply-chain/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dfs-expects-45m-profit-despite-weaker-second-half-demand/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:56:33 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dfs-expects-45m-profit-despite-weaker-second-half-demand/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-shares-plunge-18-as-tech-licensing-division-struggles/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-shares-plunge-18-as-tech-licensing-division-struggles/ As it ungraded its guidance, DFS reported its profit increased 15 per cent year-on-year, despite weaker market demand in H2.
Profit performance was underpinned by 2.7 per cent revenue growth, gross margin expansion and continued cost discipline.
“Continued investment in innovation across our platforms and people has achieved record customer Net Promo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dfs-credits-platform-innovation-and-people-for-projected-45m-profit/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dfs-credits-platform-innovation-and-people-for-projected-45m-profit/ The partnership, brokered by Havas Media UK, will place Dreams alongside a range of entertainment programmes under a bespoke ‘Entertainment You Love’ package.
Launching this month and running until July 2027, the campaign covers Channel 4’s streaming service and eight linear television channels.
Dreams will featur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dreams-beds-in-for-year-long-channel-4-and-uktv-sponsorship-push/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dreams-beds-in-for-year-long-channel-4-and-uktv-sponsorship-push/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/crunchy-times-for-brands/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:45:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/crunchy-times-for-brands/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brc-calls-on-andy-burnham-to-back-manifesto-for-jobs-growth-and-affordability/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brc-calls-on-andy-burnham-to-back-manifesto-for-jobs-growth-and-affordability/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dunelm-reports-29-q4-sales-growth-despite-heatwave-impact-on-footfall/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dunelm-reports-29-q4-sales-growth-despite-heatwave-impact-on-footfall/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/how-department-stores-became-leisure-destinations/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/how-department-stores-became-leisure-destinations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/why-gymshark-chose-the-app-over-shops/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/why-gymshark-chose-the-app-over-shops/ This dramatic increase in sales is according to new research examining the platform’s impact on the British economy.
The report, produced by consultancy Public First and commissioned by TikTok, estimated that activity supported by the social media platform generated at least £10bn in gross value added during 2025 and sustained 153,000 jobs.
The report claimed that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tiktok-shop-beauty-sales-soar-60-as-platform-delivers-10bn-uk-boost/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tiktok-shop-beauty-sales-soar-60-as-platform-delivers-10bn-uk-boost/ The company’s sales climbed 2.9 per cent to £428m in the fourth quarter, bringing its total revenue for the year to approximately £1.83bn.
Dunelm said shoppers ‘responded well’ to its seasonal ranges, which span outdoor furniture, garden accessories and products designed for warmer weather.
However, it added t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dunelm-sales-heat-up-as-summer-demand-offsets-footfall-slump/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dunelm-sales-heat-up-as-summer-demand-offsets-footfall-slump/ The size-inclusive fashion etailer has “made data a strategic priority”.
“It’s what helps us to understand what different customers need and respond in a way that feels genuinely useful,” explains Darling. “That means more personalised]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/personalisation-is-about-using-the-right-data-intelligently-says-n-brown/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/personalisation-is-about-using-the-right-data-intelligently-says-n-brown/ The Uber Eats owner has offered Delivery Hero investors €41.50 in cash for each share, valuing the Berlin-based company at around $14.8bn.
The offer represents a 33.8 per cent premium to Delivery Hero’s three-month average share price before the announcement.
The deal is conditional on Uber securing more than]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uber-launches-13bn-delivery-hero-takeover-in-global-delivery-land-grab/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uber-launches-13bn-delivery-hero-takeover-in-global-delivery-land-grab/ The retailer’s Caxton Way branch in Watford ceased trading on 14 July, with customers’ existing orders being transferred to its nearby stores in St Albans and Harrow.
Magnet said employees affected by the closure would be supported, with alternative roles offered elsewhere in the business wherever possible.
The Watford shutdown is the first of 15 planned clos]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/magnet-begins-15-store-cull-as-major-restructuring-takes-place/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/magnet-begins-15-store-cull-as-major-restructuring-takes-place/ The Sports Direct and Flannels owner said the potential timing and level of acceptances for its two takeover offers could produce “a variety of outcomes”, making it inappropriate to issue guidance for its 2027 financial year. It expects to reassess the position at its half-year results.
The decision came as F]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-scraps-profit-guidance-as-takeover-spree-clouds-outlook/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-scraps-profit-guidance-as-takeover-spree-clouds-outlook/ Around 35.4 per cent of votes cast at the luxury retailer’s annual general meeting opposed its directors’ remuneration policy, while 64.6 per cent supported the proposals.
A separate resolution amending the rules of the Burberry Share Plan received even greater opposition, with 37 per cent of votes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burberry-investors-back-12m-ceo-pay-package-despite-shareholder-revolt/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burberry-investors-back-12m-ceo-pay-package-despite-shareholder-revolt/ The business said it had “multiple live engagements” in the US, where it’s pitching what it described as “significantly evolved” versions of its automated fulfilment technology.
Its renewed push comes after US supermarket giant Kroger and Canadian grocer Sobeys announced plans to close robotic customer fulfilment cen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-chases-new-us-partners-as-kroger-retreat-hits-earnings/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-chases-new-us-partners-as-kroger-retreat-hits-earnings/ The Swiss luxury group recorded sales of €6.3bn (£5.5bn) in the three months to 30 June, up 20 per cent at constant exchange rates and 17 per cent on a reported basis.
The performance comfortably beat analysts’ forecasts of €5.9bn and marked an acceleration from the previous quarter. Richemon]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/luxury-slowdown-not-at-cartier-as-richemont-sales-jump/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/luxury-slowdown-not-at-cartier-as-richemont-sales-jump/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/veryie-appoints-henry-dummer-as-new-chief-executive/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:50:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/veryie-appoints-henry-dummer-as-new-chief-executive/ Speaking to Retail Gazette, Cohen said retailers and suppliers should “either stop buying Magnum products or at least raise your voice” over what he described as the company’s failure to uphold contractual commitments to Ben & Jerry’s.
Cohen said Magnum sho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/exclusive-co-founder-ben-cohen-warns-ben-amp-jerryrsquos-lsquogets-sold-or-diesrsquo-as-fight-with-magnum-enters-new-phase/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/exclusive-co-founder-ben-cohen-warns-ben-amp-jerryrsquos-lsquogets-sold-or-diesrsquo-as-fight-with-magnum-enters-new-phase/ Speaking to Retail Gazette at BrewDog Waterloo ahead of England’s World Cup semi-final, Tilray chairman and CEO Irwin Simon said the company remained focused on investing in the brand rather than ownership speculation.
“BrewDog is not for sale,” Simon said. “If anything, we’re here to really take this to a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/not-for-sale-brewdogs-new-owner-rules-out-co-founder-james-watts-irrelevant-takeover-bid/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/not-for-sale-brewdogs-new-owner-rules-out-co-founder-james-watts-irrelevant-takeover-bid/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-to-open-first-austria-store-in-fifth-market-entry-of-2026/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-to-open-first-austria-store-in-fifth-market-entry-of-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/agentic-commerce-six-months-in-the-delivery-promise-is-now-part-of-the-pitch/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/agentic-commerce-six-months-in-the-delivery-promise-is-now-part-of-the-pitch/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uipath-selected-by-the-very-group-to-drive-smarter-retail-pricing-with-agentic-ai/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:34:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uipath-selected-by-the-very-group-to-drive-smarter-retail-pricing-with-agentic-ai/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-hires-ex-amazon-exec-lizzie-jones-to-head-up-global-trading/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:34:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-hires-ex-amazon-exec-lizzie-jones-to-head-up-global-trading/ He explains how Co-op is using customer insight to connect brand-building with short-term commercial impact. From driving frequency and footfall, to creating longer-term value for its member-owned business.
This latest campaign “feels like it’s come from customers”, shares Walker, it&rsq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-ops-marketing-director-on-life-moments-that-inspired-latest-campaign/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-ops-marketing-director-on-life-moments-that-inspired-latest-campaign/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-extends-live-nation-festival-sponsorship-for-five-years/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-extends-live-nation-festival-sponsorship-for-five-years/ In recent times, some of the UK’s most recognisable retailers have been rocked by major cyber-attac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/never-trust-always-validate-the-cyber-mindset-every-retailer-needs/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/never-trust-always-validate-the-cyber-mindset-every-retailer-needs/ The grocery giant is trialling Simbe Robotics’ Tally robot in one of its stores, and has plans to extend the pilot to a small number of other locations.
Measuring roughly five feet tall, Tally uses artificial intelligence, cameras and computer vision to travel independently through the aisles and scan the items on shelves.
The technology checks stock availa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-trials-shelf-scanning-robots-in-supermarket-aisles/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-trials-shelf-scanning-robots-in-supermarket-aisles/ The company will remain the official supermarket sponsor of Download Festival, Klarna Presents Latitude Festival, Pepsi Presents Reading & Leeds Festivals and Pepsi Presents Creamfields Festival.
Co-op first signed the partnership in 2018 and has since operated pop-up convenience stores at some of the UK’s largest live music events.
T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-extends-festival-sponsorship-deal-with-live-nation-until-2031/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-extends-festival-sponsorship-deal-with-live-nation-until-2031/ The update comes after the retailer’s proposal to redevelop the site was granted approval in December 2024.
The approval was given after more than three years, when former secretary of state for housing, communities and local government Angela Rayner approved its plans.
The food and fashion giant said it wanted to regenerate the West End “to regain its position as a global shopping destination”.
A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-to-commence-marble-arch-store-redevelopment-works/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-to-commence-marble-arch-store-redevelopment-works/ The agreement will allow greater access for British beef, lamb and dairy products, alongside some horticultural goods, while also offering new opportunities for UK sparkling wine exports.
The NFU said it had spent several years lobbying for improved access to Switzerland, including writing to trade minister Chris Bryant last mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/swiss-trade-deal-to-open-market-for-uk-beef-lamb-and-dairy-farmers/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/swiss-trade-deal-to-open-market-for-uk-beef-lamb-and-dairy-farmers/ The multi-brand online retailer said the technology will help it make faster pricing decisions, improve stock management and give its teams more insight into pricing performance.
The Very Group said the project is part of its broader strategy to expand the use of AI across the business.
UiPath, which was selected following a competitive pitch, i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-very-group-turns-to-ai-to-overhaul-pricing-strategy/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-very-group-turns-to-ai-to-overhaul-pricing-strategy/ Mitie has launched a consultation over plans to reduce guard hours across around 100 Asda stores, which could leave some officers facing reduced shifts, relocation or redundancy.
The GMB union has branded the process “shambolic” and called for it to be suspended, warning that cutting security hours could place shopper]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-rejects-safety-fears-as-300-security-jobs-put-at-risk/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-rejects-safety-fears-as-300-security-jobs-put-at-risk/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-maintains-guidance-as-us-market-grows/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:17:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-maintains-guidance-as-us-market-grows/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-like-for-likes-dip-23-in-uk-amid-slower-garden-sales-start/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-like-for-likes-dip-23-in-uk-amid-slower-garden-sales-start/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/richemont-sales-surge-on-booming-jewellery-demand/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/richemont-sales-surge-on-booming-jewellery-demand/ The Financial Conduct Authority has begun regulating deferred payment credit, the interest-free form of borrowing commonly offered through providers such as Klarna and Clearpay.
Under the new regime, lenders must carry out proportionate affordability checks before allowing shoppers to borrow, while providing clearer information about repayment dat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/new-bnpl-rules-trigger-major-checkout-shake-up-for-retailers/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/new-bnpl-rules-trigger-major-checkout-shake-up-for-retailers/ Jones joins from Amazon Fashion, where she served as general manager and commercial leader for footwear.
The hire marks a return to Asos for Jones, who began her retail career at the business around two decades ago before going on to hold senior commercial and merchandising roles.
She will now oversee global trading at the fashion gi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-raids-amazon-for-new-global-trading-chief/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-raids-amazon-for-new-global-trading-chief/ The Competition and Markets Authority has cleared eBay’s proposed purchase of the fashion resale app from Etsy, following an initial investigation.
The CMA said it would not refer the acquisition for a more detailed phase two inquiry, removing a significant obstacle to the deal’s completion. The body had opened its formal review in June and invit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cma-clears-ebays-12bn-takeover-of-depop/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cma-clears-ebays-12bn-takeover-of-depop/ The company has expanded the network to 70 locations across the UK, with the aim of capturing a greater share of the small and medium-sized business technology market.
The new hubs have opened inside Currys stores in Durham, Tunbridge Wells, Doncaster, Huddersfield, Gloucester, Wolverhampton, Derby, Cheetham Hill, Watford and Poole.
Each site gives local businesses access]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-steps-up-sme-push-with-ten-new-business-hubs/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-steps-up-sme-push-with-ten-new-business-hubs/ Group revenue increased by two per cent to £1.43bn in the 13 weeks to 27 June, although like-for-like sales at B&M UK fell by 2.3 per cent.
The company said that UK trading was affected by a slow start to the garden and outdoor season, which dampened demand for seasonal ranges in its largest market.
However, continued]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-uk-sales-slide-as-france-rescues-quarterly-growth/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-uk-sales-slide-as-france-rescues-quarterly-growth/ The group, formerly known as Boohoo Group, said gross merchandise value had continued to grow year on year after returning to growth during its first quarter.
Sales margins have also improved, while customer return rates have fallen.
Chief executive Dan Finley said the group’s platform model and broader product assortment had allowed it to react quickly to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-eyes-100m-profits-as-marketplace-model-gains-traction/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-eyes-100m-profits-as-marketplace-model-gains-traction/ Harvey Nichols told brand partners this week that it had been required to allow Frasers Group to participate in the sale process alongside other prospective buyers.
In a memo first reported by Sky News, the retailer said the situation surrounding the auction had “evolved”, despite concerns reportedly raised by se]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mike-ashley-crashes-harvey-nichols-sale-as-next-bidding-war-looms/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mike-ashley-crashes-harvey-nichols-sale-as-next-bidding-war-looms/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/rituals-to-refresh-1500-boutiques-in-30-working-days/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/rituals-to-refresh-1500-boutiques-in-30-working-days/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-adds-ten-new-business-hubs-after-20-growth/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:13:39 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-adds-ten-new-business-hubs-after-20-growth/ The technology retailer has rolled out 10 new business hubs across the UK, taking its total number of hubs nationwide to 70.
Located within Currys stores, the company’s business hubs provide SMEs with access to dedicated business customer managers, spe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-business-expands-business-hub-network/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-business-expands-business-hub-network/ Retailers are facing a compliance landscape where some of the greatest threats increasingly sit outside their direct control. 
From greenwashing rules to cyber disruption and senior management accountability, organisations are being judged on how well they understand, verify and govern the third parties they rely on. 
That creates a clear financial and reputational]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/why-unchecked-third-party-suppliers-are-becoming-a-board-level-risk-for-retailers/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/why-unchecked-third-party-suppliers-are-becoming-a-board-level-risk-for-retailers/ A customer who was ready to buy becomes a customer who is ready to leave.
Beyond Uptime is a new report from Retail Gazette and Gamma, built on interviews with retail specialists and data on payment failures, outages, and shopworker safety.
What you’ll learn:The base on which exceptional retail is built
Why system failures put £1.7bn in UK retail sales at ris]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/beyond-uptime-the-2026-connected-retail-blueprint/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/beyond-uptime-the-2026-connected-retail-blueprint/ According to the Financial Times, state-owned port operator DP World is in talks to expand facilities in Fujairah, on the UAE’s east coast, including a new terminal and a new multi-purpose port.
The move comes after months of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest shipping routes, where attacks linked t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dubai-eyes-new-shipping-route-project-amid-strait-of-hormuz-tensions/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dubai-eyes-new-shipping-route-project-amid-strait-of-hormuz-tensions/ Rather than renewing its boutique concept in phases over several years, Rituals will elevate 1,500 boutiques in 30 working days. 
The transformation coincides with the introduction of many new collections, Rituals said, which “require a spacious, more premium presentation&rdq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/rituals-to-revamp-1500-boutiques-in-30-working-days/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/rituals-to-revamp-1500-boutiques-in-30-working-days/ The group’s statutory pre-tax profit jumped 76 per cent to £133m in the 53 weeks to 3 May, while adjusted operating profit rose to £155m.
Revenue climbed 11 per cent on a reported basis to £1.83bn, or 13 per cent at constant currencies, coming in ahead of analysts’ expectations.
Chief]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/watches-of-switzerland-profit-surges-as-shoppers-fuel-luxury-boom/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/watches-of-switzerland-profit-surges-as-shoppers-fuel-luxury-boom/ Following the news that 99 per cent of its 2025 clothing collections were made from solely natural fibres, Rosie McKissock, TOAST’s brand director, explains that responsible operations and business growth can go hand in hand.
“TOAST demonstrates a different way to shop, guided]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/toast-brand-director-responsible-operations-and-commercial-growth-are-not-mutually-exclusive/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/toast-brand-director-responsible-operations-and-commercial-growth-are-not-mutually-exclusive/ Fueled by a love of second-hand goods, George started selling electronics, mini quad bikes and dirt bikes on the likes of eBay. He realised if he could sell logistically complex items such]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/furniturebox-co-founder-theres-no-manuscript-for-building-ecommerce-success/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/furniturebox-co-founder-theres-no-manuscript-for-building-ecommerce-success/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ourcoop-appoints-loweconex-to-unify-refrigeration-and-hvac-telemetry/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ourcoop-appoints-loweconex-to-unify-refrigeration-and-hvac-telemetry/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/watches-of-switzerland-posts-record-full-year-revenue-after-strong-us-demand/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/watches-of-switzerland-posts-record-full-year-revenue-after-strong-us-demand/ The US government has returned the money during the current fiscal year, which began in October 2025, according to newly released budget figures.
That compares with just $5bn refunded over the same period a year earlier, with the Treasury attributing almost all of the surge to the Supreme Court’s ruling in February.
The judgment found]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-handed-81bn-tariff-lifeline-after-trump-duties-ruled-illegal/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-handed-81bn-tariff-lifeline-after-trump-duties-ruled-illegal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/watches-of-switzerland-defies-luxury-slowdown-with-strong-us-sales/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/watches-of-switzerland-defies-luxury-slowdown-with-strong-us-sales/ The company confirmed it had received several conditional and non-binding proposals from the Japanese paintmaker for the division, which includes consumer brands such as Dulux.
However, AkzoNobel said its merger agreement with US coatings group Axalta prevented it from entering discussions with Nippon Paint and st]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dulux-owner-rejects-65bn-bid-for-decorative-paints-business/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dulux-owner-rejects-65bn-bid-for-decorative-paints-business/ The retailer has changed the signage at stores in the hometowns of England stars Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane and Jordan Pickford, with a promise the new branding will stay in place for as long as England remain in the tournament.
The stores are located in Stourbridge, where Bellingham grew up, Chingford, the hometown of captain Harry Kane, and Washington, Tyne and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/its-coming-home-iceland-renames-stores-england-as-retailer-backs-three-lions/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/its-coming-home-iceland-renames-stores-england-as-retailer-backs-three-lions/ Customers who spend £40 or more in a single in-store transaction before 31 July will receive a coupon offering 5p off every litre of fuel.
The voucher will be added automatically to the shopper’s Asda Rewards app after completing an eligible purchase and can be used against one fuel transaction until 7 August.
Customers can redeem the offer by scan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-takes-loyalty-battle-to-the-pumps-with-first-fuel-reward/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-takes-loyalty-battle-to-the-pumps-with-first-fuel-reward/ Dos Santos will join the retailer as vice president of business unit Core on 15 July and report directly to chief brand officer Maria Valdes.
She brings more than 20 years of experience in the sports industry and most recently served as Nike’s vice president of merchandising for women’s across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Puma said D]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/puma-poaches-nike-veteran-to-lead-its-commercial-engine/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/puma-poaches-nike-veteran-to-lead-its-commercial-engine/ Tang, who has served as Shein’s public face for the past three years, is expected to become a senior adviser to the business, according to sources familiar with the plans.
Founder and chief executive Sky Xu is set to take on the chairman role and lead the investor roadshow ahead of Shein’s proposed flotation in Hong Kong.
The leade]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shein-chairman-steps-aside-as-fast-fashion-giant-closes-in-on-ipo/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shein-chairman-steps-aside-as-fast-fashion-giant-closes-in-on-ipo/ The supermarket is understood to have held discussions with several potential partners, including US property investor Realty Income, about raising money against a portfolio of its stores.
Rather than a conventional sale-and-leaseback agreement, the proposed transaction could involve financing secured against Morrisons’ superm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-eyes-600m-property-deal-to-bankroll-lidl-fightback/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-eyes-600m-property-deal-to-bankroll-lidl-fightback/ The company has renamed the 14-year-old scheme ‘The Perfume Club‘, promising simpler rewards, member-only prices and greater access to exclusive products and events.
Members will continue to earn points on purchases, which can be redeemed against future fragrance buys, while the revamped programme will introduce week]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-perfume-shop-overhauls-loyalty-scheme-in-bid-to-keep-six-million-shoppers-hooked/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-perfume-shop-overhauls-loyalty-scheme-in-bid-to-keep-six-million-shoppers-hooked/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-rewards-app-offers-fuel-savings-for-the-first-time/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:57:34 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-rewards-app-offers-fuel-savings-for-the-first-time/ Consumer card spending rose 1.9 per cent year on year during the month, according to Barclays, more than double the 0.8 per cent growth recorded in May.
However, spending continued to lag behind the three per cent rate of consumer price inflation, while most shoppers remained pessimistic about the outlook for the UK economy.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/world-cup-and-heatwave-drive-jump-in-uk-consumer-spending/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/world-cup-and-heatwave-drive-jump-in-uk-consumer-spending/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/puma-hires-ex-nike-exec-marcia-dos-santos-to-head-up-core-division/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/puma-hires-ex-nike-exec-marcia-dos-santos-to-head-up-core-division/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/post-office-launches-post-office-plus-concept-stores/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/post-office-launches-post-office-plus-concept-stores/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-perfume-shop-revamps-loyalty-programme-for-six-million-members/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-perfume-shop-revamps-loyalty-programme-for-six-million-members/ The Post Office Plus launch follows consumer demand for more in-person support for important life moments, according to the business.
Selected Post Office branches will be transformed into multi-service community hubs, bringing in partners on different days of the week to “provide practical guidance designed to make important life moments easier”. 
Founding partners will includ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/post-office-launches-concept-stores-to-bring-services-back-to-high-streets/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/post-office-launches-concept-stores-to-bring-services-back-to-high-streets/ Speaking to Fox News, the US president said America would become the “guardian angel” of the MIddle Eastern shipping route and suggested the US should be paid for controlling it.
Trump did not explain how this would happen or who would provide the funding.
The comments came after another night of US strik]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/trump-declares-us-is-taking-over-the-strait-of-hormuz-as-iran-warns-of-wider-war/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/trump-declares-us-is-taking-over-the-strait-of-hormuz-as-iran-warns-of-wider-war/ The appointments come three months after the ten-year programme was launched by the environmental charity to help businesses reduce packaging waste, improve recycling and support the move to a more circular economy.
The new chairs are Tesco head of packing and food waste strategies James Bill, who chairs the Scale Reuse and Refill Industry Expert Gr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wrap-appoints-tesco-and-mamps-bosses-as-new-packaging-pact-chairs/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wrap-appoints-tesco-and-mamps-bosses-as-new-packaging-pact-chairs/ The fashion company pulled in net sales of approximately 54.8 billion kronor (£4.23 billion) for its latest quarter which ended on 31 May. H&M highlighted that its results, in local currency terms, “were fairly in line with last year,” despite the chain operating roughly 3 per cent fewer shops than it did one y]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hampm-to-axe-stores-around-the-world-under-organisational-strategy-says-report/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hampm-to-axe-stores-around-the-world-under-organisational-strategy-says-report/ Customers can now hand over their pre-loved Urban Outfitters pieces and get £10 to spend on something new.
A spokesperson for Reskinned said: “It’s a privilege to partner with Urban Outfitters on this, giving their customers a simple way to keep clothes in use for longer and pass things on responsibly.”
There are current]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/urban-outfitters-launches-reskinned-take-back-is-second-hand-fashion-going-mainstream/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/urban-outfitters-launches-reskinned-take-back-is-second-hand-fashion-going-mainstream/ Running for two weeks in July, the branded Lululemon x Trafford Centre court leverages the popularity of the world’s fastest-growing sport to “provide a footfall-driving experiential opportunity for visitors”.
Transforming part of the shopping centre’s outdoor space into an “engaging immersive sporting ex]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-launches-padel-pop-up-at-trafford-centre/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-launches-padel-pop-up-at-trafford-centre/ Louise Noble, FitFlop chief product and brand officer explains that the idea for the Keith Haring campaign came from movement. The brand wants to help people move better and Haring’s work “is full of movement, optimism and energy”.
She says: “The partnership felt incredibly natural It gave us the opportunity to tell that story thr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/louise-noble-explains-why-art-was-the-inspiration-of-fitflops-recent-collaborations/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/louise-noble-explains-why-art-was-the-inspiration-of-fitflops-recent-collaborations/ The retailer has rolled out a redundancy consultation with staff impacted by the plans, which would see bureau de change services axed in 30 stores and specialist gift-wrapping desks, which share the space with its bureaux de change, shut across the 25 sites where it is available.
Although no final decision has yet been made, the closure]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/will-john-lewis-forex-and-gift-wrapping-removal-impact-its-customer-service/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/will-john-lewis-forex-and-gift-wrapping-removal-impact-its-customer-service/ Vacancy rates across the industry have dropped close to record lows, as landlords caution there is limited space left, particularly for bigger stores.
While retail parks were previously largely dominated by DIY, furniture and bulky goods retailers, the destinations have now become one of the most s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/why-retail-parks-have-become-hot-property-for-uk-retailers/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/why-retail-parks-have-become-hot-property-for-uk-retailers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-unveils-revamped-oxford-street-flagship-after-renewal/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-unveils-revamped-oxford-street-flagship-after-renewal/ Earlier this month, Debenhams Group reported that the event had driven a surge in its fashion football sales, while Co-op returned to market share growth for the first time in a year, as warmer weather and the start of the World Cup helped drive a rise in supermarket spending.
Conversely, at the start of July, BDO reported that the heatwave and World Cup weighed on discretionary retail spending in June, as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/5-retailers-that-transformed-their-in-store-experiences-for-the-world-cup/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/5-retailers-that-transformed-their-in-store-experiences-for-the-world-cup/ The fashion retailer has teamed up with Premier Model Management to launch the nationwide search. The winner will appear in the official Topshop denim campaign alongside a leading British model. No previous modelling experience is required.
Moses Rashid, Topshop global marketing director, said: “Topshop has l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topshop-searches-for-latest-campaign-star/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topshop-searches-for-latest-campaign-star/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/a-global-supermarket-chain-remains-retails-great-white-whale/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/a-global-supermarket-chain-remains-retails-great-white-whale/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topshop-teams-up-with-premier-to-find-new-face-for-denim-campaign/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topshop-teams-up-with-premier-to-find-new-face-for-denim-campaign/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/liberty-promotes-laura-simpson-to-chief-marketing-officer/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/liberty-promotes-laura-simpson-to-chief-marketing-officer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/clarks-expands-affordable-kids-range-for-back-to-school-season/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/clarks-expands-affordable-kids-range-for-back-to-school-season/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-expands-amazon-presence-to-the-netherlands-with-1000-fashion-products/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:38:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-expands-amazon-presence-to-the-netherlands-with-1000-fashion-products/ The research, from shipping container supplier Cleveland Containers, looked at Department for Transport figures covering freight volumes and vessel arrivals over the past five years.
It found that disruption has not affected all UK ports in the same way, with some seeing more traffic while others have experienced declines.
Clevelan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-trade-routes-under-pressure-as-port-traffic-patterns-shift/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-trade-routes-under-pressure-as-port-traffic-patterns-shift/ The ban, which remains subject to a final ruling, is intended to “prevent infringement of Lacoste’s renowned trademarks resulting from the sale of clothing, jewellery and fashion accessories on the Shein platform”.
According to a statement released by the French court, the judge found there was “a likelihood of counte]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lacoste-awarded-damages-as-french-court-bans-shein-from-counterfeiting-products/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lacoste-awarded-damages-as-french-court-bans-shein-from-counterfeiting-products/ Produced with Food Standards Scotland, the guidance covers hygiene requirements, scientific evidence needed for market authorisation, advice on preparing applications and information on conducting taste trials.
The documents form part of the Cell-Cultivated Products Sandbox Programme, a government-funded initiative]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fsa-new-rules-to-speed-up-lab-grown-food-applications/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fsa-new-rules-to-speed-up-lab-grown-food-applications/ The proposal, published today (10 July) will apply to some of the UK’s most widely used sites and apps, including social media and search platforms.
Ofcom’s new plans will mean Big Tech will be legally required to put “robust measures” into place to address scam advertising.
Measures featured in the plans include banning those who post scam ads and preventing them from creating new]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ofcom-makes-it-legal-requirement-for-big-tech-to-prevent-scam-ads/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ofcom-makes-it-legal-requirement-for-big-tech-to-prevent-scam-ads/ It was devised in collaboration with its agency partner McCann Manchester and will run across out-of-home, social media and in-store digital screens. Related Story Aldi team up with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-renames-nordpak-butter-to-show-support-for-england-team/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-renames-nordpak-butter-to-show-support-for-england-team/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shein-wins-chinese-approval-for-long-awaited-ipo/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shein-wins-chinese-approval-for-long-awaited-ipo/ The new line debuted at Paris Couture week, with a hand-crafted dress by Johannes Warnke, a student at Central Saint Martins.
The dress was developed in partnership with ARRANGE’s design team and was hand sewn using surplus materials.
According to the online retailer, this new collection marks a new chapter for the ARRANGE label.Rel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-debuts-emerging-designers-collaboration-with-hand-crafted-dress/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-debuts-emerging-designers-collaboration-with-hand-crafted-dress/ The new shop will be based in New Delhi’s DLF Promenade shopping mall. It will open in the autumn as part of the company’s franchise agreement with ecommerce firm Tata Cliq.
The store will offer “high-performance products” for men and women, designed to support a wide range of activities including yoga, pilates, running, training, tennis, golf, and everyday movement. 
It will also]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-to-launch-first-store-in-india/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-to-launch-first-store-in-india/ The plans, published today [10 July], will limit the colour of vape devices to white, black and grey and limit packaging colours to white. There will be additional restrictions on imagery, text colour, branding and product information.
This follows the Tobacco an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-government-launches-consultation-on-vape-packaging/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-government-launches-consultation-on-vape-packaging/ As the high street giant accelerates its new channel growth ambitions, and looks to build trust as a global brand, Dutch customers can now shop at the M&S Brand Store (Amazon.nl)
M&S Fashion has been available in the Netherlands since 2022, through marketplace channels including Zalando. In the past six months, M&S has seen gro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-expands-amazon-fashion-partnership-to-include-the-netherlands/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-expands-amazon-fashion-partnership-to-include-the-netherlands/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/two-thirds-of-uk-retailers-only-react-once-problems-have-already-impacted-commercial-performance/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:14:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/two-thirds-of-uk-retailers-only-react-once-problems-have-already-impacted-commercial-performance/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-connected-store-why-digitalising-the-shop-floor-is-now-a-survival-strategy-for-uk-retail/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:14:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-connected-store-why-digitalising-the-shop-floor-is-now-a-survival-strategy-for-uk-retail/ The artwork took 10 hours to complete and celebrates Bellingham’s goals in the Mexico vs England match earlier this week.
Shoppers will be able to purchase the breaded chicken football players from July 16.Related Story Wickes and Bauer Media unveil life sized human table football p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-team-up-with-artist-to-unveil-giant-jude-bellingham-portrait/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-team-up-with-artist-to-unveil-giant-jude-bellingham-portrait/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-footfall-drops-34-in-june-as-heatwave-pushes-shoppers-indoors/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:08:28 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-footfall-drops-34-in-june-as-heatwave-pushes-shoppers-indoors/ The activation saw presenters of The Dave Berry Breakfast Show on Absolute Radio, Dave Berry and Matt Dyson pick teams of 20 listeners to take part in a human table football match. Those who took part in the event were able to compete to win a share of £10,000 in Wickes gift cards.
It was hosted by Absolute Radio present]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wickes-and-bauer-media-unveil-life-sized-human-table-football-pitch/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wickes-and-bauer-media-unveil-life-sized-human-table-football-pitch/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/new-look-opens-biggest-ever-concept-store-at-metrocentre/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/new-look-opens-biggest-ever-concept-store-at-metrocentre/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/akeneo-introduces-the-first-truly-agentic-product-experience-platform/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/akeneo-introduces-the-first-truly-agentic-product-experience-platform/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-staff-raise-pound14900-for-young-minds-at-leeds-charity-football-tournament/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-staff-raise-pound14900-for-young-minds-at-leeds-charity-football-tournament/ Total UK footfall decreased by 3.4 per cent in June year-over-year (YoY), down from -2.6 per cent in May, according to the latest BRC-Sensormatic data.
High street footfall dipped 6.2 per cent YoY in June, from -1.5 per cent the month before.
Retail park footfall dropped by 0.3 per cent in June YoY, from -0.5 per cent in May.
Additionally, shopping centre footfall slumped by 2.5 per cent YoY in June,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-footfall-takes-hit-from-record-june-heatwave/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-footfall-takes-hit-from-record-june-heatwave/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bodycare-appoints-charles-denton-as-ceo-to-lead-uk-expansion/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bodycare-appoints-charles-denton-as-ceo-to-lead-uk-expansion/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/desert-island-stores-marisa-poster-co-founder-of-perfectted/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:04:31 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/desert-island-stores-marisa-poster-co-founder-of-perfectted/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waterstones-signs-for-new-300000-sq-ft-distribution-centre-in-staffordshire/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waterstones-signs-for-new-300000-sq-ft-distribution-centre-in-staffordshire/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sephora-opens-first-scottish-store-in-edinburghs-st-james-quarter/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:28:39 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sephora-opens-first-scottish-store-in-edinburghs-st-james-quarter/ Nationwide scored 87.3 out of 100, the building society was followed by John Lewis (87.1), first direct (86.0) and Specsavers (85.0).
The Institute of Customer Service attributed this improvement in the banking sector to the growing emphasis placed on customer satisfaction, loyalty and retention.
The best-per]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-and-specsavers-top-customer-satisfaction-index/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-and-specsavers-top-customer-satisfaction-index/ But according to IGD head of supply chain James Rothwell rising costs and growing pressure on businesses are forcing a rethink.
The latest research from IGD argues that food supply chains are entering a new era where companies will have to “do more with less]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/grocerys-next-battle-why-rivals-may-have-to-work-together-to-survive/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/grocerys-next-battle-why-rivals-may-have-to-work-together-to-survive/ The retailer said the faster and more resilient connections will support payment, IT and security systems, with more than 450 stores due to be upgraded this year.
The investment comes as retailers become increasingly reliant on digital systems, with Asda’s Express stores using technology to support payments, digital media and food-to-go operations.
Evolve sai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-boosts-express-technology-with-new-partnership/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-boosts-express-technology-with-new-partnership/ Between customers finding products and services via artificial intelligence tools, brands creating AI-focused experiences, and AI being mentioned far more often in customer reviews than previously, it’s clear that AI is rapidly reshaping retail.
However, research by the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr), commissioned by Trustpilot, reveals that clunky or frustrating AI experiences put roughly £9bn of UK online r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/opinion-poor-ai-shopping-experiences-could-put-9bn-of-uk-retail-yearly-revenue-at-risk/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/opinion-poor-ai-shopping-experiences-could-put-9bn-of-uk-retail-yearly-revenue-at-risk/ The launch forms part of a wider customer experience investment by AK Retail Group and is being rolled out across its portfolio of fashion brands, including Long Tall Sally, BadRhino, M&Co, Evans and PixieGirl.
A statement from the brand said: “The latest enhancement reflects Yours Clothing’s continued]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/yours-clothing-launches-new-e-gift-card-returns-option/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/yours-clothing-launches-new-e-gift-card-returns-option/ The sportswear retailer, which has over 350 stores across the UK, relocated in the shopping centre due to customer demand.
The store opened with a celebratory launch, which will include a spin the wheel competition running from 10 July until 12th July, goody bags and a DJ.Related Story May and June heatwaves drive record convenience sales08/07/2026 x 11:38 AMThe Centre, Livingstone, centre director]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jd-sports-launches-largest-store-in-scotland/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jd-sports-launches-largest-store-in-scotland/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/european-heatwave-damps-sales-growth-at-clothing-retailer-uniqlo/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/european-heatwave-damps-sales-growth-at-clothing-retailer-uniqlo/ Financial results, for the second quarter ending 31 May 31 2026, show net DTC revenues increased 11 per cent on a reported basis with an 8 per cent jump on an organic basis.
The European market led the way with this digital growth, as DTC sales jumped 12 per cent across Europe. Its home market of the United St]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/more-than-half-of-levis-revenue-now-d2c/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/more-than-half-of-levis-revenue-now-d2c/ And last week, British retailer M&S brought the first ever pitlane fashion show to the British Grand Prix. Part of its Summer of Love That brand platform, the show took place on Media Day (]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-sharry-cramond-on-why-silverstone-was-the-ldquoperfect-fitrdquo/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-sharry-cramond-on-why-silverstone-was-the-ldquoperfect-fitrdquo/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-warned-shoplifting-could-jump-26-ahead-of-quarter-final-fixture/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:47:41 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-warned-shoplifting-could-jump-26-ahead-of-quarter-final-fixture/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hugo-boss-urges-shareholders-to-reject-frasers-27bn-takeover-bid/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hugo-boss-urges-shareholders-to-reject-frasers-27bn-takeover-bid/ Yet, according to international laundry and cleaning brand Dr Beckmann, this was precisely the point.
Timed to coincide with the start of Wimbledon, Dr Beckmann’s “Murray Mound” installation, fronted by Judy Murray and created in partnership with circular fashion specialist Reskinned, was designed to make the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-dr-beckmann-is-serving-up-clothing-care-to-smash-throwaway-fashion-habit/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-dr-beckmann-is-serving-up-clothing-care-to-smash-throwaway-fashion-habit/ The 11,000 sq ft shop, located in the shopping centre’s Red Mall fashion hub, marks the latest step in New Look’s rollout of its omni-hub format, which brings together fashion, online services and ‘enhanced in-store experiences’.
New Look has traded at Metrocentre for more than 20 years, with the new store marking a fresh chapter for its presence at the Gateshead destination.
Customers will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/new-look-opens-largest-ever-concept-store-at-metrocentre/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/new-look-opens-largest-ever-concept-store-at-metrocentre/ The fashion and home retailer will open the shop on Thursday 30 July, tripling the size of its existing Bluewater footprint.
The new store will be the Kent shopping centre’s first new anchor since it opened in 1999.
It will feature expanded men’s, women’s and childrenswear ranges, a larger homeware department and an in-store Costa café.
Bath &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/next-to-open-major-bluewater-anchor-store-this-month/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/next-to-open-major-bluewater-anchor-store-this-month/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jollyes-pets-to-double-store-estate-after-87-revenue-growth/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jollyes-pets-to-double-store-estate-after-87-revenue-growth/ The business posted operating profit of ¥213.79bn (£1.3bn) in the three months to 31 May, up from ¥146.74bn a year earlier.
The performance came in well ahead of analyst expectations, with the business now forecasting full-year operating profit of ¥730bn, up from its previous guidance of ¥700bn.
Fast Retailing is on track for a fifth consecutive ye]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uniqlo-owner-raises-profit-outlook-after-q3-surge/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uniqlo-owner-raises-profit-outlook-after-q3-surge/ The business is using Lily AI’s Product Intelligence Platform to automate and improve the creation of structured product data at scale, helping it bring new items to market faster while ensuring products are correctly attributed, categorised and ready for discovery from launch.
The technology is designed to enrich product feeds with A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-amp-spencer-enlists-ai-to-sharpen-online-product-discovery/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-amp-spencer-enlists-ai-to-sharpen-online-product-discovery/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-to-open-first-india-store-in-delhi-via-tata-cliq-franchise-deal/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-to-open-first-india-store-in-delhi-via-tata-cliq-franchise-deal/ The pet retailer said sales climbed to £169m in the year to 31 May, while like-for-like sales, excluding new stores, increased 4.3 per cent. Transactions were also up seven per cent over the period.
Jollyes, which currently has 123 stores, is aiming to grow to more than 250 locations as part of its five-year expansion plan.
The retailer will open its 124th shop in D]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jollyes-plots-store-estate-doubling-after-revenue-growth/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jollyes-plots-store-estate-doubling-after-revenue-growth/ Perkinson joins the retailer from Saudi Arabia’s Al Waha Travel Retailer, where he served as chief technology officer from September 2025 to July 2026.
He previously spent five years as chief technology officer at Boden between 2019 and 2024, and has also held senior technology roles at Tory Burch and Burberry.
Perkinson succeeds John Douglas, who i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-appoints-former-boden-boss-as-chief-technology-officer/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-appoints-former-boden-boss-as-chief-technology-officer/ The company is understood to be working with bankers to assess options for its business in the Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia, the Financial Times reported.
The operations represent Tesco’s only sizeable business outside the UK and Ireland and span 561 stores.
A Tesco spokesperson said: “We never comment on rumour or specu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/is-tesco-about-to-offload-its-central-european-business/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/is-tesco-about-to-offload-its-central-european-business/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pepco-revenue-up-85-after-exceptional-performance-in-western-europe/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pepco-revenue-up-85-after-exceptional-performance-in-western-europe/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-explores-sale-of-european-operations-ft-reports/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-explores-sale-of-european-operations-ft-reports/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-to-debut-at-london-fashion-week-with-shoppable-collection/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-to-debut-at-london-fashion-week-with-shoppable-collection/ The singer will be playing BST Hyde Park and attempting to break the world record for the largest crowd wearing bald caps.
As part of its temporary rebrand, the supermarket has launched a Baldi merchandise stand for those attending the concert. It will be giving away free Infusionist and Stefanoff cocktail cans as well aviator sunglasses, bald caps and temporary tattoos for free outsider Hyde Park on Fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-changes-name-to-baldi-ahead-of-pitbull-concert/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-changes-name-to-baldi-ahead-of-pitbull-concert/ The industry’s sales saw a £30 million boost during May, followed by a further uplift in June driven by the hot weather.
The sector’s soft drinks category hit two all-time highs during the space of four weeks. Sales initially hit £105 million throughout the Bank Holiday week ending 31 May, before reaching £114 million]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/may-and-june-heatwaves-drive-record-convenience-sales/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/may-and-june-heatwaves-drive-record-convenience-sales/ The new regulations ban ads for “less healthy” food items from appearing on on-demand and TV between 5.30am and 9pm or in paid online media at any time. According to the government these regulations are aimed to reduce children’s exposure to less healthy food products.
It upheld a ruling against Morley’s Woking for a paid-for Instagram ad promoting two]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asa-makes-six-new-less-healthy-food-rulings/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asa-makes-six-new-less-healthy-food-rulings/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-explores-sale-of-european-business/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-explores-sale-of-european-business/ This marks the retailers first appearance at the event.
The collection will include womenswear and menswear styles and the range will be available to purchase online and in flagship stores.Related Story Savile Row celebrates 50 years of Golden Shears Awards11/09/2025 x 12:01 AMM&S CEO Stuart Machin said: “I’d like to thank the British Fashion Council for supporting us in joining the LFW s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-and-spencers-first-london-fashion-week-appearance-confirmed/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-and-spencers-first-london-fashion-week-appearance-confirmed/ A report from procurement and supply chain consultancy Proxima found 51 per cent of CEOs said their business would experience some form of disruption within three weeks if a major supply chain shock occurred.
The Global Supply Chain Resilience Outlook surveyed more than 500 chief executives at businesses generating over $500 million (£374.4 million)]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/supply-chain-shock-could-disrupt-half-of-global-businesses-within-three-weeks/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/supply-chain-shock-could-disrupt-half-of-global-businesses-within-three-weeks/ To mark the launch, customers visiting throughout opening day will see a programme of in-store experiences, including goody bags for the first 200 customers who make a purchase, surprise prizes hidden across the store, complimentary matcha drinks and live music from a DJ. 
Located in Metrocentr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/new-look-largest-ever-concept-store-opens-9-july/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/new-look-largest-ever-concept-store-opens-9-july/ The second-hand fashion platform is one of the founding members of the European Media Marketplace, which aims to make it easier for advertisers, agencies and publishers to run campaigns across Europe’s open web.
Other founding partners include T Advertising Solutions, which is part of Deutsche Telekom, Equativ, Experian, lastminute.com, leboncoin and K]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/vinted-joins-major-coalition-launching-european-media-marketplace/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/vinted-joins-major-coalition-launching-european-media-marketplace/ The company has urged shoppers to stop using the affected products immediately and keep them out of reach of children.
The recall covers a range of John Lewis & Partners decorative homeware products sold between 31 January 2021 and 11 June 2026.
The affected items include the retailer’s Navy, Grey and Stripe draught excluders, alongside a number of novelty do]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-recalls-15-homeware-products-over-asbestos-fears/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-recalls-15-homeware-products-over-asbestos-fears/ The partnership has launched across Very and Littlewoods with 440 skincare and make-up options, including Estée Lauder’s Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation and Advanced Night Repair range.
Very said the launch forms part of its wider push to build a ‘curated premium beauty offer’ spanning skincare, make-up, haircare, fragrance and wellness.
Ve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/very-adds-este-lauder-to-premium-beauty-line-up/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/very-adds-este-lauder-to-premium-beauty-line-up/ Built by data scientists, the engine looks at what hundreds of users have “built and priced” over the previous year and recommends cars that “naturally cluster together” in buyers’ minds.
Drawing on “behaviour rather than editorial opinion”, Mento]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/carwows-dr-menton-on-its-recommendation-engine-power-to-showcase-what-shoppers-want/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/carwows-dr-menton-on-its-recommendation-engine-power-to-showcase-what-shoppers-want/ The supermarket will install Parcel Pending by Quadient lockers across its estate of around 500 larger stores, following an earlier rollout across Morrisons Daily convenience shops.
Installations began in June, with an initial deployment across 125 supermarket locations before expanding across the wider Morrisons supermarket network over the coming month]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-expands-parcel-locker-rollout-to-500-supermarkets/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-expands-parcel-locker-rollout-to-500-supermarkets/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-appoints-former-boden-cto-shaun-perkinson-as-chief-technology-officer/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:57:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-appoints-former-boden-cto-shaun-perkinson-as-chief-technology-officer/ The high-profile investor, who recently sold out of Unilever entirely, said he had been told by management that there would be no further major disposals after the group demerged its ice cream division in 2025.
However, Unilever announced in March that it would separate its food arm and merge it wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/terry-smith-accuses-unilever-of-misleading-investors-over-food-spin-off/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/terry-smith-accuses-unilever-of-misleading-investors-over-food-spin-off/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-to-close-foreign-exchange-desks-risking-200-jobs/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-to-close-foreign-exchange-desks-risking-200-jobs/ Chief financial officer Alison Dolan told shareholders at the retailer’s annual meeting that M&S was in a stronger financial position, supported by a robust balance sheet, net funds and an investment-grade credit rating.
“What that will mean is that over the coming years we will be in the position both to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-amp-spencer-eyes-higher-shareholder-returns/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-amp-spencer-eyes-higher-shareholder-returns/ Retail has traditionally led the index since it launched in 2008, reflecting the sector’s focus on personalisation, competitive service and customer experience.
However, the latest figures from the Institute of Customer Service show banks and building societies have moved into the top spot, scoring 82 out of 100.
Non-food retail scored 81,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/banks-overtake-retail-for-customer-satisfaction-for-first-time/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/banks-overtake-retail-for-customer-satisfaction-for-first-time/ Consumer group Which? identified baby sleep pillows, unsafe sleeping bags and self-feeding bottle devices listed across eight major online marketplaces, warning that some posed risks of suffocation, choking or serious injury.
The investigation found products available on Alibaba, AliExpress, Amazon, eBay, Ets]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-etsy-and-tiktok-shop-remove-dangerous-baby-products-after-which-probe/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-etsy-and-tiktok-shop-remove-dangerous-baby-products-after-which-probe/ Burnham has proposed a 20 per cent business rates cut for pubs, clubs and music venues, funded by higher rates on warehouses and other large commercial sites.
He has previously said the policy would target “online tech companies and their warehouses”, arguing that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-warn-burnhams-warehouse-tax-could-hit-supermarkets-and-department-stores/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-warn-burnhams-warehouse-tax-could-hit-supermarkets-and-department-stores/ Chief executive Stuart Machin told shareholders at the retailer’s annual meeting in London that the business had faced pressure during nine days of extreme heat in June.
“There is no doubt we were struggling,” Machin said, adding that M&S was now “assuming it’s going to get hotter&rdquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-amp-spencer-invests-in-fridges-built-for-45c-heat-after-june-heatwave-disruption/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-amp-spencer-invests-in-fridges-built-for-45c-heat-after-june-heatwave-disruption/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/canadian-brand-garage-to-open-first-essex-store-at-lakeside-shopping-centre/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/canadian-brand-garage-to-open-first-essex-store-at-lakeside-shopping-centre/ The company has launched a redundancy consultation with staff affected by the plans, which would see bureau de change services shut in 30 stores and specialist gift-wrapping desks close in 25 locations.
No final decision has yet been made, although the closures are expected to take place this autumn if the plans go ahead.
The development for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-puts-200-jobs-at-risk-as-it-plans-to-axe-in-store-services/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-puts-200-jobs-at-risk-as-it-plans-to-axe-in-store-services/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/very-expands-premium-beauty-offering-with-440-product-este-lauder-range/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/very-expands-premium-beauty-offering-with-440-product-este-lauder-range/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-to-open-biggest-ever-standalone-food-store-in-godalming/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:10:32 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-to-open-biggest-ever-standalone-food-store-in-godalming/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/reach-ai-shoppers-with-paypal-store-sync/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/reach-ai-shoppers-with-paypal-store-sync/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/live-webinar-the-retail-moments-ai-cant-replicate/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:29:31 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/live-webinar-the-retail-moments-ai-cant-replicate/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hackstons-bringing-liquidity-to-knightsbridge/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:36:41 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hackstons-bringing-liquidity-to-knightsbridge/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-sales-up-52-despite-challenging-backdrop/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-sales-up-52-despite-challenging-backdrop/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/st-davids-cardiff-submits-plans-to-transform-queens-arcade/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/st-davids-cardiff-submits-plans-to-transform-queens-arcade/ The financial services arm of John Lewis Partnership will now compare quotes from a panel of insurers to help customers find a more competitive option.
The new car insurance panel launches with Ageas, Axa and Covéa Insurance, while RAC, Arag and Premium Credit will provide additional services.
John Lewis Money said the wider network would allow it to insure a broader range of ve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-money-relaunches-car-insurance-with-broker-model/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-money-relaunches-car-insurance-with-broker-model/ The global adhesive technologies and consumer brands business hosted more than 50 students as part of a wider anniversary event celebrating its history of innovation.
Students took part in hands-on science activities including testing bond strength, creating glue sticks and investigating water hardness.
Forscherwelt, also known as Rese]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/henkel-marks-150th-anniversary-with-stem-programme-for-students/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/henkel-marks-150th-anniversary-with-stem-programme-for-students/ New research from KPMG UK found that 63 per cent of consumers have either booked or plan to book a summer holiday this year, with 45 per cent having already secured a trip and a further 18 per cent planning to book at short notice.
Among those who have already booked a holiday, three-quarters said they planned to buy new items before travelling.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/summer-holiday-demand-set-to-hand-retailers-seasonal-spending-boost/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/summer-holiday-demand-set-to-hand-retailers-seasonal-spending-boost/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eg-on-the-move-completes-acquisition-of-85-former-prax-petrol-stations/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:42:43 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eg-on-the-move-completes-acquisition-of-85-former-prax-petrol-stations/ The couple, who married at Madison Square Garden on 3 July, both wore custom Dior looks created in the luxury house’s ateliers at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris.
No official photographs have yet been released from the tightly controlled celebration, but the commission is already being seen as a signifi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dior-lands-taylor-swift-wedding-coup-in-blow-to-chanel/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dior-lands-taylor-swift-wedding-coup-in-blow-to-chanel/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-money-relaunches-car-insurance-with-new-broker-model/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-money-relaunches-car-insurance-with-new-broker-model/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/event-improving-operational-efficiency/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/event-improving-operational-efficiency/ The outdoor clothing and equipment retailer brought together 100 campers at Tawd Vale in Ormskirk for a free weekend event featuring guided activities, brand experiences and evening entertainment.
The event, which sold out shortly after going live, was open to members of the public and supported by brands including YETI, Ordnance Survey, Speedo and Kampa.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/go-outdoors-hosts-first-community-campout-to-get-shoppers-offline-and-outdoors/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/go-outdoors-hosts-first-community-campout-to-get-shoppers-offline-and-outdoors/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-farid-mohsen-vp-of-uk-strategic-accounts-at-inventai/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-farid-mohsen-vp-of-uk-strategic-accounts-at-inventai/ The force’s complex fraud team has opened Operation Palisade, which is understood to be examining suspected economic crimes linked to the failure of Diamond Manufacturers Ltd, the company behind Vashi, The Times reported.
The luxury jewellery business, founded by Vashi Dominguez, collapsed in April 2023 follow]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/met-police-launches-fraud-probe-into-170m-vashi-collapse/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/met-police-launches-fraud-probe-into-170m-vashi-collapse/ The retailer, which shut all 147 stores after falling into administration in 2025, is preparing to return with a new-look store format and a refreshed proposition across beauty, fragrance and personal care.
Its website confirms that Sheffield’s The Moor will be the first site to reopen in July, with further stores marked as “coming soon”]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bodycare-plots-17-store-reopening-plan-after-high-street-collapse/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bodycare-plots-17-store-reopening-plan-after-high-street-collapse/ The installation, which covers the roof of one of Iceland’s key UK logistics sites, includes 3,300 solar panels and is expected to generate around 1.6GWh of renewable electricity each year.
The retailer said the system will cut carbon emissions by about 202 tonnes of CO2e annually, while reducing its reliance on grid el]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/iceland-powers-scottish-distribution-centre-with-3300-panel-solar-system/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/iceland-powers-scottish-distribution-centre-with-3300-panel-solar-system/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-warn-over-potential-scale-of-burnhams-proposed-warehouse-tax/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-warn-over-potential-scale-of-burnhams-proposed-warehouse-tax/ And last week, British retailer M&S brought the first ever pitlane fashion show to the British Grand Prix. Part of its Summer of Love That brand platform, the show took place on Media Day (]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-hosts-lsquofirst-everrsquo-pitlane-catwalk-at-silverstone/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-hosts-lsquofirst-everrsquo-pitlane-catwalk-at-silverstone/ The Call for Evidence, which opened on Monday, is set to gather views on issues such as chemical safety, AI toys and whether current regulations keep pace with changes in how toys are designed, sold and used.
It is understood that the consultation will run until 6 October and is open to parents, consumer groups, busines]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-reviews-toy-safety-rules-as-ai-toys-emerge/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-reviews-toy-safety-rules-as-ai-toys-emerge/ The High Court claim relates to a 15-minute segment of the programme ‘Evri: Where’s My Parcel?‘, which aired in December last year.
Evri alleges the programme falsely suggested it used exploitative business practices and misled Parliament by denying its couriers were paid below the national minimum wage. However the company denie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/evri-files-12m-claim-against-bbc-over-panorama-documentary/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/evri-files-12m-claim-against-bbc-over-panorama-documentary/ I wanted to know whether the products I was buying really lived up to the promises on their labels. Perhaps I was naïve, but I assumed that if a brand claimed something was sustainable, ethically sourced or backed by science, there would be evidence somewhere. I j]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jessi-baker-proof-not-promises-the-opportunity-for-retailers-to-win-in-ai-shopping/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jessi-baker-proof-not-promises-the-opportunity-for-retailers-to-win-in-ai-shopping/ Titled ‘The Wellness Tap’, the event features hydration drinks on tap and wellness talks. This follows research from the retailer which shows 53 per cent of respondents believed that “chaotic” summer schedules negatively impact their sleep.
Lina Chan, director of missions at Holland & Barrett, said: “Summer is all about enjoying every si]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/holland-amp-barrett-opens-wellness-pub/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/holland-amp-barrett-opens-wellness-pub/ Westfield is a business that claims to be “at the forefront of this shift,” as it reshapes “the role of the modern retail destination through cultural programming, live experiences and sustainability-led initiatives”. 
Notably, the company recently hosted its Westfield ReLoved festival at Stratford City in partnership with homelessness charity Shelter, which brought]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/how-westfield-is-at-the-forefront-of-the-experiential-retail-shift/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/how-westfield-is-at-the-forefront-of-the-experiential-retail-shift/ The submission marks the next milestone in Landsec’s long-term investment in St David’s shopping centre and the Welsh capital’s centre.
The first phase of the plans announced today include three new restaurants and enhancements to the building’s façade.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/plans-revealed-to-transform-queens-arcade-shopping-centre/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/plans-revealed-to-transform-queens-arcade-shopping-centre/ It seems that many consumers are on board with the changes. A recent report by software development firm CI&T, which surveyed 2,000 consumers across the UK and Ireland, found that 64 per cent of consumers thought retailers should use AI to improve the shopping experience for their customers.
Although a lot of the current AI discourse is centered around ecommerce and chatbots, it is also having an impact on the bricks and mortar exper]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/how-ai-is-reshaping-the-bricks-and-mortar-experience/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/how-ai-is-reshaping-the-bricks-and-mortar-experience/ The private equity firm blamed “challenging retail conditions” for the restructuring, claiming that its plans were vital for the survival of its business, the BBC reported.
The High Court heard at the time that TGJones was on the brink of insolvency and would face]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/is-this-the-end-of-the-line-for-tgjones/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/is-this-the-end-of-the-line-for-tgjones/ The voucher is designed to give tired fans “a boost after a sleepless night of football,” after millions of fans stayed up into the early hours to cheer on the Three Lions.
The £5 vouchers were made available from 8am today (6 July) on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ald]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-gifts-first-500-shoppers-5-voucher-after-england-win/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-gifts-first-500-shoppers-5-voucher-after-england-win/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-voices-digital-transformation-starts-with-the-customer/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-voices-digital-transformation-starts-with-the-customer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/digital-transformation-starts-with-the-customer/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/digital-transformation-starts-with-the-customer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/can-vending-machines-deliver-the-goods/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:46:29 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/can-vending-machines-deliver-the-goods/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-appoints-manoja-josyula-as-director-of-propositions/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:46:29 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-appoints-manoja-josyula-as-director-of-propositions/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/next-considers-bid-for-harvey-nichols-department-store-chain/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/next-considers-bid-for-harvey-nichols-department-store-chain/ Josyula joined the business in March on an interim basis and will now continue in the role permanently.
She succeeds Macy Hong, ASOS’ former head of loyalty and customer engagement, who left the company in February.
Josyula will report to Ben Blake, ASOS’ executive vice president of customer and commercial.
Her remit includes some of the retailer’s key customer-facing propositions, including Pre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-names-manoja-josyula-propositions-director/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-names-manoja-josyula-propositions-director/ The footwear retailer’s final closures include its two Scottish stores, at Edinburgh’s St James Quarter and on Glasgow’s Buchanan Street.
The closures come after Next agreed to buy the Russell & Bromley brand and certain assets out of administration in January.
However, the rescue deal only saved three stores, in Chelsea, Mayfair and Bluewater, leaving the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/russell-amp-bromley-shuts-final-stores-outside-next-rescue-deal/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/russell-amp-bromley-shuts-final-stores-outside-next-rescue-deal/ L’Oréal said AI has helped it create products four times faster than before by identifying molecules in skincare products that can be repurposed for use in shampoo.
The French beauty giant, which started using AI in its laboratories four years ago, has used the technology to predict how ingredients will affect skin and hair.
One recent innovation involv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/loral-and-mondelez-turn-to-ai-to-speed-up-product-innovation/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/loral-and-mondelez-turn-to-ai-to-speed-up-product-innovation/ The group said Steiner, who co-founded Ocado in 2000, would stay on as chief executive for around two more years while it works to appoint a successor.
He will then remain with the business through 2029 in a founder role, helping prepare the next generation of Ocado’s leadership.
Ocado said Steiner remained]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/defiant-ocado-ceo-tim-steiner-to-stay-until-2028-but-succession-planning-starts/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/defiant-ocado-ceo-tim-steiner-to-stay-until-2028-but-succession-planning-starts/ The retailer filed a lawsuit in federal court in Texas, accusing Nike of using a “confusingly similar” version of its orange, green and red stripe branding on a new trainer due to launch on July 11.
The date is widely associated with 7-Eleven’s annual 7-Eleven Day promotion, when participating stores offer free Slurpee drink]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/7-eleven-sues-nike-over-air-max-95-slurpee-colourway/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/7-eleven-sues-nike-over-air-max-95-slurpee-colourway/ Vacancy rates across the sector have fallen close to record lows, with landlords warning there is limited space left, particularly for larger stores.
The shift has been driven by rising demand from retailers including Lidl, Aldi, B&M and Home Bargains, as well as brands such as Superdrug, Mountain Warehouse, PureGym and The Gym Group.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-park-boom-sparks-warning-over-shortage-of-space/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-park-boom-sparks-warning-over-shortage-of-space/ The retailer is drawing up plans to make an offer for the business, which has been owned by Hong Kong billionaire Sir Dickson Poon for 35 years, Sky News reported.
The talks are understood to be at an early stage, although Next is said to be serious about exploring a deal.
It is not yet clear whether any bid would include Harvey Nichols’ regional stores or]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/next-eyes-harvey-nichols-takeover-as-luxury-retailer-seeks-buyer/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/next-eyes-harvey-nichols-takeover-as-luxury-retailer-seeks-buyer/ The proposals would lift more than 140,000 additional small premises out of business rates altogether, forecasts from global tax firm Ryan suggest.
Burnham has proposed increasing the threshold for 100 per cent small business rates relief in England by 50 per cent, from a rateable value of £12,000 to £18,000.
The upper threshold fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burnham-high-street-tax-plan-could-cost-880m-a-year/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/burnham-high-street-tax-plan-could-cost-880m-a-year/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-paves-way-for-exit-of-boss-tim-steiner-in-2028-after-succession-clash/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-paves-way-for-exit-of-boss-tim-steiner-in-2028-after-succession-clash/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-paves-way-for-exit-of-boss-tim-steiner-after-succession-clash/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-paves-way-for-exit-of-boss-tim-steiner-after-succession-clash/ Living Streets, the walking charity formerly known as the Pedestrians’ Association, has written to Co-op interim chief executive Kate Allum claiming the retailer’s robot delivery partnership with Starship Technologies is creating risks for older and disabled people.
The small six-wheeled robots are already us]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-faces-backlash-over-dangerous-grocery-delivery-robots/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-faces-backlash-over-dangerous-grocery-delivery-robots/ The retailer will launch its Aldi Studio capsule collection across its 1,300 French stores on July 18, marking its first foray into clothing and accessories.
The limited-edition summer range uses Aldi’s red, white, yellow and blue brand colours across a dozen items, including T-shirts, pool slides, hats, caps and a thermal fla]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-takes-aim-at-lidls-fashion-success-with-first-french-apparel-drop/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-takes-aim-at-lidls-fashion-success-with-first-french-apparel-drop/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/garden-trading-delivers-record-second-quarter-with-20-like-for-like-growth/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:39:30 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/garden-trading-delivers-record-second-quarter-with-20-like-for-like-growth/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/london-showcase-spotlights-emerging-jewellery-talent/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/london-showcase-spotlights-emerging-jewellery-talent/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/directors-deals-burberrys-new-reward-policy-prompts-top-team-to-buy-in/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/directors-deals-burberrys-new-reward-policy-prompts-top-team-to-buy-in/ Wilkinson joined F&M two years ago as director of online, having previously worked for luxury fashion house Jimmy Choo.
“It’s not until you come here that you realize just how much goes into the creation of our products and how much dedication to quality there is”, she notes.
F&am]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fortnum-amp-mason-director-of-online-on-why-listening-to-customers-is-not-a-luxury/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fortnum-amp-mason-director-of-online-on-why-listening-to-customers-is-not-a-luxury/ Senior figures from across grocery, fashion, hospitality, logistics and facilities gathered to discuss how energy efficiency, automation and better data can help stem rising costs and improve resilience across portfolios of stores, restaurants,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/how-to-stop-profits-leaking-across-your-multi-sites-with-simple-scalable-automation/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/how-to-stop-profits-leaking-across-your-multi-sites-with-simple-scalable-automation/ The event brought together 400+ retail leaders from across the globe for two days of workshops, plenary sessions, networking, debate and practical insight. Attendees included titans of the industry such as LVMH, Moncler, GANT and L’Occitane, a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cegid-connections-retail-proved-why-retails-next-leap-starts-on-the-shop-floor/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cegid-connections-retail-proved-why-retails-next-leap-starts-on-the-shop-floor/ It comes after the supermarket scrapped 35 meat and 35 fish counters from its sites across the UK last year as part of a cost-cutting measure.
The retailer also closed 52 cafes, 13 florists, four pharmacies, and all 18 branches of its Market Kitchen format.
Morrisons claimed at the time that the selected locations had been unprofitable, and the move was met with widespread backlash.
However, signs have appear]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-relaunches-market-street-counters-after-customer-outpouring/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-relaunches-market-street-counters-after-customer-outpouring/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-electrical-cfo-tom-pallatt-to-step-down-after-less-than-a-year/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:38:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-electrical-cfo-tom-pallatt-to-step-down-after-less-than-a-year/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hampmrsquos-amp-other-stories-to-launch-in-mexico-this-autumn/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:38:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hampmrsquos-amp-other-stories-to-launch-in-mexico-this-autumn/ One of the firm’s leading shareholders has written to the board demanding Warby’s removal. The letter is understood to warn that investors representing around a quarter of Ocado’s shares support his exit, following reports of an attempt to accelerate succession plans for Steiner.
The backlash comes after Warby and Ocado b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-investors-push-to-oust-chair-adam-warby-as-steiner-row-deepens/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-investors-push-to-oust-chair-adam-warby-as-steiner-row-deepens/ Chief executive Alex Baldock said fans and air conditioning units had been “flying off the shelves” during June’s hot weather, leaving retailers racing to secure more stock ahead of another expected heatwave.
Fan sales were up nearly 3,000 per cent over the most recent heatwave weekend compared with the p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-warns-fans-are-in-short-supply-as-heatwave-sends-cooling-sales-soaring/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-warns-fans-are-in-short-supply-as-heatwave-sends-cooling-sales-soaring/ The company said the initiative was designed to give customers ‘greater confidence on price’ as cost pressures continue to affect businesses across the UK.
Under the scheme, customers who find an identical product at a lower price from a qualifying retailer within seven days of purchasing from Screwfix can claim back the difference.
The guarantee applies to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/screwfix-launches-price-promise-as-tradespeople-face-rising-costs/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/screwfix-launches-price-promise-as-tradespeople-face-rising-costs/ Mallon has joined as an independent non-executive director of John Lewis Finance Limited, the regulated subsidiary that oversees John Lewis Money.
He brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in financial services, including more than six years as chief executive of Tesco Bank.
Mallon has also previously led Ulster Bank]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-money-appoints-former-tesco-bank-boss-gerry-mallon-to-board/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-money-appoints-former-tesco-bank-boss-gerry-mallon-to-board/  Francis is reportedly negotiating with the US investor over the size and valuation of a potential deal, and has also held talks with banks about financing.
General Atlantic invested £200m in Gymshark in 2020 in exchange for a 21 per cent stake, valuing the Solihull-based retailer at more than £1bn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-founder-ben-francis-plots-stake-buyback-from-general-atlantic/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-founder-ben-francis-plots-stake-buyback-from-general-atlantic/ The deal includes Charvet’s headquarters and store on Place Vendôme in Paris. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Founded in 1838 by Joseph-Christophe Charvet, the business is regarded as the world’s first specialist shirtmaker and is known for its bespoke shirts, suits and accessories.
The acquisition follows a recent collabor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/chanel-buys-188-year-old-paris-shirtmaker-charvet/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/chanel-buys-188-year-old-paris-shirtmaker-charvet/ Connolly will join the retailer “in due course” from New Look, where she has served as chief executive since 2022. She previously held the role of chief commercial officer at the fashion chain.
The appointment marks a return to Asda for Connolly, who spent more than 15 years with George across two earlier stints in he]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/george-at-asda-poaches-new-look-boss-helen-connolly-as-ceo/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/george-at-asda-poaches-new-look-boss-helen-connolly-as-ceo/ Speaking to The Times, the Debenhams Group chief executive said there was still a “big chunk” of UK shoppers who needed to be reminded that the former department store was still trading, after Boohoo bought the brand out of administration in 2021 and relaunched it as an online-only business.
Finley, who]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boohoo-boss-says-retailer-is-fighting-back-as-debenhams-turnaround-makes-gains/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boohoo-boss-says-retailer-is-fighting-back-as-debenhams-turnaround-makes-gains/ The research created by Parcelhero, titled Putting the AI into Supply ChAIns, found that the proportion of UK transport and storage firms using AI rose from 16.1 per cent to 27.1 per cent in the first quarter of the year.
It said the 11 per cent jump showed that AI was moving beyond trial projects a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ai-adoption-jumps-across-logistics-as-retailers-face-supply-chain-readiness-gap/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ai-adoption-jumps-across-logistics-as-retailers-face-supply-chain-readiness-gap/ The firm’s latest High Street Sales Tracker found total like-for-like sales across discretionary categories rose just 0.6 per cent compared with June last year.
BDO said the figure was substantially below inflation, meaning sales volumes fell during the month.
The weak performance marked a return to the sluggish trading that has affected much]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/heatwave-and-world-cup-hit-high-street-sales-as-shoppers-divert-spend/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/heatwave-and-world-cup-hit-high-street-sales-as-shoppers-divert-spend/ Leek joins the high street giant with more than 25 years’ experience across global sourcing, supply chain management, brand engagement and sustainability.
She spent seven years at Asos, most recently as head of ESG, where she oversaw brand engagement and led work across human rights due diligence, environmental performance, chemical compliance]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/next-hires-former-asos-esg-boss-to-lead-brand-sales-and-marketing/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/next-hires-former-asos-esg-boss-to-lead-brand-sales-and-marketing/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-partnership-appoints-former-tesco-bank-ceo-to-john-lewis-finance-board/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:24:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-partnership-appoints-former-tesco-bank-ceo-to-john-lewis-finance-board/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bird-amp-blend-unveils-moomin-themed-tea-range-and-store-activation/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bird-amp-blend-unveils-moomin-themed-tea-range-and-store-activation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-shareholders-call-for-removal-of-chair-adam-warby/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-shareholders-call-for-removal-of-chair-adam-warby/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-founder-in-talks-to-buy-back-stake-from-general-atlantic/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-founder-in-talks-to-buy-back-stake-from-general-atlantic/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-names-new-look-head-helen-connolly-as-george-chief-executive/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:25:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-names-new-look-head-helen-connolly-as-george-chief-executive/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brompton-sells-stake-to-decathlon-and-chinese-investor/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brompton-sells-stake-to-decathlon-and-chinese-investor/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/apollo-struggles-to-sell-hispanic-grocer-after-us-immigration-raids-hit-sales/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/apollo-struggles-to-sell-hispanic-grocer-after-us-immigration-raids-hit-sales/ The UK’s functional drinks market is growing fast, with sales rising 24.5 per cent over the past year. Almost 30 per cent of UK households now buy functional drinks, and the category is worth around £178 million, according to Worldpanel by Numerator.
It is understood that the trend is being driven by consumers looki]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-cbd-to-magnesium-what-comes-next-for-functional-drinks/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-cbd-to-magnesium-what-comes-next-for-functional-drinks/ Pret has faced a fresh wave of protests over its decision to delay a commitment to stop sourcing fast-growing chicken breeds.
Led by naturalist and broadcaster Chris Packham in London, and organised by campaign groups Anima and Project Slingshot, Packham said he would not return to the retailer until it delivers on a welfare pledge first made in 2018.
The demonstration comes in the wake of Pret’s alleged failure to stick to its previous commitment to phase out fast-growing “Fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pret-faces-fresh-protest-over-welfare-pledge/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pret-faces-fresh-protest-over-welfare-pledge/ The online retailer said football-related product sales at boohoo rose by 1,827 per cent between May and June, while searches increased by 600 per cent as the tournament gathered pace.
The company said interest also extended beyond replica kits. Its England Football T-shirt was its best-selling football-themed product during the tournament. While its England Football St]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/world-cup-drives-surge-in-football-fashion-sales-says-debenhams-group/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/world-cup-drives-surge-in-football-fashion-sales-says-debenhams-group/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-extends-self-scan-trial-to-37-more-uk-stores/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:52:38 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-extends-self-scan-trial-to-37-more-uk-stores/ Turning 118 years old this year, they are one of the most well known out-of-home locations in the UK and always popular with tourists.
Under the lights there is The Venue at Piccadilly Lights, an experience space that allows brands to set up live experiences and amplify their message using the Lights.
Ben Padley, head of consumer at Landsec said he counted at least 18 tourists taking photos on the short walk from the L]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/landsecs-ben-padley-on-why-activations-at-piccadilly-lights-are-a-must/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/landsecs-ben-padley-on-why-activations-at-piccadilly-lights-are-a-must/ The opening forms part of a wider growth strategy spanning retail, wholesale, franchise partnerships and marketplaces, with Clarks targeting between 15 and 20 new European stores this year.
It said the new Italian outlet follows recent openings across Italy, Spain and other European markets.
The expansion comes after Clarks returned to profitability, supported by stronger cost contr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/clarks-steps-up-european-expansion-after-return-to-profit/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/clarks-steps-up-european-expansion-after-return-to-profit/ The new collection “reimagines classic swimwear silhouettes through a fashion-led lens”. It is inspired by the Minion’s mischievous nature.
This is the first collaboration of its kind for Speedo and is a step into “the worlds of entertainment, style and cultural storytelling”.
According to the brand, the new range is designed to appeal to a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/speedo-unveils-playful-minions-amp-monsters-collaboration/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/speedo-unveils-playful-minions-amp-monsters-collaboration/ The phased rollout will see the feature become available to the supermarket’s shoppers across Scotland, the South East and the wider South of England during July.
Integrated within the Lidl plus app, Lidl & go allows customers to scan products as they shop, track their spending and savings in real time,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-expands-self-scanning-trial-to-37-more-shops/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-expands-self-scanning-trial-to-37-more-shops/ The Sainsbury’s Group retail media, loyalty and insights business completed the certification following an independent audit by ABC.
The milestone follows the certification of Dutch retailer Albert Heijn in 2025 and marks the first time a UK retailer has completed the programme.
IAB]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nectar360-becomes-first-uk-retail-media-network-to-secure-iab-europe-certification/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nectar360-becomes-first-uk-retail-media-network-to-secure-iab-europe-certification/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-profit-jumps-18-as-uk-and-nordics-sales-grow/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-profit-jumps-18-as-uk-and-nordics-sales-grow/ The retailer reported adjusted profit before tax of £191m for the year to May 2, ahead of its previous guidance range of £180m to £190m.
Group revenue rose six per cent to £9.25bn, driven by like-for-like growth of four per cent across the business.
Currys also unveiled a new £50m share buyback, which begins t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/baldock-bows-out-of-currys-with-profit-rise-and-50m-buyback/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/baldock-bows-out-of-currys-with-profit-rise-and-50m-buyback/ Senior leaders from the Met, the Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime and around 20 retail organisations met at New Scotland Yard to agree stronger partnership working in the capital.
The plan focuses on faster evidence sharing, better support through the criminal justice process and giving retail crime a higher priority across]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/met-police-strikes-retail-crime-action-plan-with-major-retailers/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/met-police-strikes-retail-crime-action-plan-with-major-retailers/ The company introduced new in-store displays, product zones and customer advice points across multiple departments, with learnings from the store expected to inform future rollouts across its estate.
The Cheltenham store is designed to make lower-impact products and services easier to understand, from electric vehicle charger]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampq-tests-greener-store-blueprint-with-cheltenham-sustainability-flagship/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampq-tests-greener-store-blueprint-with-cheltenham-sustainability-flagship/ The banking giant confirmed the Halifax name will be phased out from branches, apps and customer accounts, with Lloyds becoming its lead brand in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Bank of Scotland will remain unchanged for customers in Scotland.
The decision means Halifax’s standalone high street presence will come to an end from 2027, marking]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/halifax-to-disappear-from-uk-high-streets-after-173-years/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/halifax-to-disappear-from-uk-high-streets-after-173-years/ Decathlon Pulse, the retailer’s investment arm, has taken a 10 per cent stake in the London-based manufacturer, while Shanghai-based BA Capital has bought five per cent.
The deal is understood to be worth around £18m and will see Brompton bring in two strategic backers with retail, supply chain and A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/decathlon-and-chinese-investor-take-stakes-in-brompton/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/decathlon-and-chinese-investor-take-stakes-in-brompton/ The family-run bakery chain, which is part-owned by comedian Romesh Ranganathan, operated more than 30 shops across south London, Surrey, Kent and West Sussex.
Around 165 jobs are understood to be affected by the closure, which brings an end to a business founded in Thornton Heath in 1937.
Managing director Sean Coughlan said the decision had been t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/romesh-ranganathan-backed-coughlans-bakery-shuts-all-stores-after-89-years/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/romesh-ranganathan-backed-coughlans-bakery-shuts-all-stores-after-89-years/ The retailer, which was created after Modella Capital bought WHSmith’s high street business last year, operates 451 stores, the vast majority of which are in the UK.
The overhaul means roughly one in three stores could disappear as TG Jones tries to strip out]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/up-to-150-former-whsmith-stores-to-shut-in-major-tg-jones-overhaul/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/up-to-150-former-whsmith-stores-to-shut-in-major-tg-jones-overhaul/ The retail giant will sell its entire interest in Sports Direct Malaysia to PT MAP Aktif Adiperkasa Tbk, known as MAP Active, which is already one of Frasers’ key strategic partners in the region.
Under the deal, Frasers will enter into a long-term agreement with MAP Active to grow and develop Spor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-offloads-sports-direct-malaysia-in-150m-deal/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-offloads-sports-direct-malaysia-in-150m-deal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topps-tiles-issues-profit-warning-following-margin-pressures/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:48:34 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topps-tiles-issues-profit-warning-following-margin-pressures/ Thanawala will join the owner of American Eagle and Aerie as executive vice president and chief financial officer from August 3, 2026.
He succeeds Mathias, who will move into a full-time non-executive strategic adviser role to Jay Schottenstein, American Eagle Outfitters’ executive chairman and chief e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/american-eagle-taps-papa-johns-executive-ravi-thanawala-as-cfo/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/american-eagle-taps-papa-johns-executive-ravi-thanawala-as-cfo/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bensons-for-beds-hires-former-blinds-2go-ceo-as-chief-customer-officer/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bensons-for-beds-hires-former-blinds-2go-ceo-as-chief-customer-officer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-sells-sports-direct-malaysia-interest-for-150m/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-sells-sports-direct-malaysia-interest-for-150m/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/chanel-acquires-luxury-parisian-shirtmaker-charvet/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/chanel-acquires-luxury-parisian-shirtmaker-charvet/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/saks-retail-rebirth-depends-more-on-gucci-than-wall-street/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/saks-retail-rebirth-depends-more-on-gucci-than-wall-street/ Now, multiply that habit across the entirety of the UK, and the scale is striking. According to research commissioned by Currys, British households are collectively storing around 880 million unused electronic devices, or roughly 30 items in every home.
The tech retailer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uks-forgotten-phones-are-costing-billions-in-e-waste-heres-how-currys-are-fixing-it/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uks-forgotten-phones-are-costing-billions-in-e-waste-heres-how-currys-are-fixing-it/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-ben-lewis-chief-revenue-officer-salitix-ltd/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-ben-lewis-chief-revenue-officer-salitix-ltd/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampq-plants-sustainability-flagship-in-the-ground/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:23:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampq-plants-sustainability-flagship-in-the-ground/ Azam will oversee a renewed commercial agenda for the 20-year-old brand, focused on strengthening retail performance and expanding Sofa.com’s presence across hospitality, entertainment and design-led partnerships.
She joins from Marks & Spencer, where she led the global relaunch of Jaeger. She previously h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sofacom-appoints-new-md-to-lead-reset-and-hospitality-expansion/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sofacom-appoints-new-md-to-lead-reset-and-hospitality-expansion/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tg-jones-wins-court-approval-to-close-up-to-150-stores/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tg-jones-wins-court-approval-to-close-up-to-150-stores/ In a statement to its online community, Denby said: “It is with great sadness that, following Denby entering administration, www.denbypottery.com is no longer accepting online orders.
“Our website has been Denby’s online home for many years, giving us the opportunity to share not only our Made in England collections, but also the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/denby-halts-online-ordering-following-administration/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/denby-halts-online-ordering-following-administration/ The contract covers three of the firm’s London locations- Regent’s Place and Broadgate, Paddington Central and Liverpool Street.
According to the firm, the first phase will roll out over 33 small format full motion screens. This is a extension of The Loop, Oceans existing small format network.
Ross McCall, British Land retail leasing and commercialisation director,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocean-outdoor-named-as-british-land-dooh-media-partner-across-london-portfolio/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocean-outdoor-named-as-british-land-dooh-media-partner-across-london-portfolio/ The retailer, which was acquired by Modella Capital last year and rebranded as TG Jones, had warned it could fall into administration without approval for the plan.
The restructuring is expected to reduce the group’s lease liabilities across its store estate while unlocking new funding to s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tg-jones-rescue-plan-approved-after-landlord-concessions/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tg-jones-rescue-plan-approved-after-landlord-concessions/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-appoints-melanie-richards-as-non-executive-director/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:23:29 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-appoints-melanie-richards-as-non-executive-director/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/abf-sugar-profits-hit-by-strait-of-hormuz-closure/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/abf-sugar-profits-hit-by-strait-of-hormuz-closure/ The new agreement will run from January 2027 and will see the outdoor advertising giant continue to manage Heathrow’s media estate, including more than 680 digital screens, Heathrow Express assets and premium sites such as the T5 Towers at Terminal 5.
Heathrow, which handled a record 84.5m passengers in 2025, said the renewed partnershi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jcdecaux-secures-heathrow-advertising-contract-for-another-eight-years/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jcdecaux-secures-heathrow-advertising-contract-for-another-eight-years/ The partnership will cover risks across DFS’s facilities, suppliers and raw materials, including both physical climate risks and those linked to climate policy. Future expansion of the partnership could include location-based risk analysis and scenario modelling across its estate and operations.
The furniture retailer will use Risilience&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dfs-appoints-risilience-to-expand-climate-risk-programme/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dfs-appoints-risilience-to-expand-climate-risk-programme/ The online fashion retailer said it has assigned the warehouse lease to a global consumer brand, while a member of the DHL Group has acquired the site’s automation assets.
The transaction will also reduce annual costs by around £6 million through lower rent and occupancy expenses.
ASOS said the site is no longer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-completes-atlanta-warehouse-sale-in-48m-deal/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-completes-atlanta-warehouse-sale-in-48m-deal/ This comes as the Korean boyband perform their first London show in seven years.
Fans will be able to pick up collectible pins and personalised keepsakes as well as take part in immersive Galaxy experiences inspired by the tour.
From 24 June, shoppers at Samsung Experience Stores across the city will be able to receive Galaxy discounts and an e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/samsung-takes-over-london-with-bts-themed-experiences/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/samsung-takes-over-london-with-bts-themed-experiences/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/event-improving-workforce-planning-and-operational-efficiency/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/event-improving-workforce-planning-and-operational-efficiency/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-like-for-like-sales-fall-22-in-challenging-retail-environment/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:11:28 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-like-for-like-sales-fall-22-in-challenging-retail-environment/ Speaking during a Westminster Hall debate on high street regeneration and unlawful storefronts, housing, communities and local government minister Nesil Caliskan said the government would publish a cross-government high street strategy later this year.
The strategy will be backed by £300m to support retail, lei]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dodgy-high-street-shops-face-crackdown-as-mps-warn-town-centres-are-being-hijacked/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dodgy-high-street-shops-face-crackdown-as-mps-warn-town-centres-are-being-hijacked/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/greggs-appoints-ben-waldron-as-cfo-as-richard-hutton-retires/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/greggs-appoints-ben-waldron-as-cfo-as-richard-hutton-retires/ Shipping executives said that retailers had brought forward orders by four to six weeks, with May and June volumes higher than expected as businesses sought to protect holiday inventories.
The early rush has helped push up container rates and tighten shipping capacity on China-US routes, adding fresh cost pressure to retaile]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/us-retailers-rush-christmas-stock-out-of-china-ahead-of-tariff-threat/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/us-retailers-rush-christmas-stock-out-of-china-ahead-of-tariff-threat/ The charge, which came into force on 1 July, applies to goods worth up to €150 (£129) imported into the bloc from outside the EU.
The temporary duty replaces the previous de minimis exemption, which allowed low-value parcels to enter the EU without customs duties.
It will remain in place until 1 July 202]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shein-and-temu-hit-by-new-eu-customs-duty-on-cheap-parcels/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shein-and-temu-hit-by-new-eu-customs-duty-on-cheap-parcels/ The company already has the AI-powered Facewatch system live in 55 stores, following earlier trials in Sydenham and Bath Oldfield Park.
The technology alerts trained store colleagues when someone who has previously been involved in violence, aggression or theft is identified entering a participating branch.
Sain]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-ramps-up-facial-recognition-rollout-to-tackle-shoplifting/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-ramps-up-facial-recognition-rollout-to-tackle-shoplifting/ The tile specialist now expects adjusted pre-tax profit for the year to the end of September to come in above £6.5m, down from £9.2m last year.
The forecast is well below analyst expectations, with an LSEG poll of four analysts having pointed to around £9.2m in annual pre-tax profit.
Topps Tiles said sales fell 1.8 per cent in t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topps-tiles-warns-profits-will-tumble-as-heatwave-hits-trade-demand/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topps-tiles-warns-profits-will-tumble-as-heatwave-hits-trade-demand/ The retailer reported fourth-quarter revenue of £8.3bn, down one per cent on a reported basis and four per cent on a currency-neutral basis, ahead of analyst expectations of £8.2bn.
Nike said full-year revenue came in at £35bn, flat on a reported basis and down two per cent on a currency-ne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nike-sales-beat-forecasts-but-china-slump-clouds-recovery/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nike-sales-beat-forecasts-but-china-slump-clouds-recovery/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-promotes-christopher-jones-to-senior-director-retail-technology/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-promotes-christopher-jones-to-senior-director-retail-technology/ The group said it continued to expect adjusted operating profit and adjusted earnings per share for 2026 to be below last year, as worsening conditions in its sugar business offset steadier trading elsewhere.
AB Foods reported flat group revenue on a constant currency basis in its third quarter, with retail sales up three per cent as Prima]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-owner-ab-foods-warns-profits-will-fall-as-sugar-woes-deepen/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-owner-ab-foods-warns-profits-will-fall-as-sugar-woes-deepen/ The company said its new Forward Deployed Engineering organisation will send small teams of engineers into customer businesses to co-develop and launch agentic AI tools.
Reuters reported that AWS plans to send five to six-person engineering pods to customers for 45-day periods, with the aim of helping businesses mov]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazons-aws-pumps-754m-into-new-ai-engineering-unit/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazons-aws-pumps-754m-into-new-ai-engineering-unit/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-reveals-quietest-times-to-shop-this-summer-holidays/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:06:25 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-reveals-quietest-times-to-shop-this-summer-holidays/ Speaking alongside the supermarket’s first-quarter trading update, Roberts said there was still uncertainty over how prices would develop during the rest of the year, but suggested inflation could end up well below earlier industry forecasts of nine per cent by the end of 2026]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-boss-says-grocery-inflation-fears-have-yet-to-materialise-despite-ongoing-cost-pressures/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-boss-says-grocery-inflation-fears-have-yet-to-materialise-despite-ongoing-cost-pressures/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uniqlos-plan-to-dominate-global-fashion/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uniqlos-plan-to-dominate-global-fashion/ Internal teams map out what the business needs. They review pain points, customer behaviour, technology requirements, security standards and whether each provider can support the company’s next phase of growth.
Then the decision reaches the boardroom.
Suddenly, the questions can change. Who are our competitors using? Which provider is best known? Who has the biggest clients? Which name feels safest?
For the p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/why-choosing-a-payments-partner-should-never-become-a-popularity-contest/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/why-choosing-a-payments-partner-should-never-become-a-popularity-contest/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/how-retail-teams-are-improving-workforce-planning-and-operational-efficiency/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:25:24 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/how-retail-teams-are-improving-workforce-planning-and-operational-efficiency/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/magnet-proposes-cva-with-plans-to-close-15-underperforming-stores/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/magnet-proposes-cva-with-plans-to-close-15-underperforming-stores/ The denim giant is offering customers a one-to-one tailoring experience at its Great Marlborough Street store in London, allowing shoppers to create personalised jeans using premium selvedge denim, finishes and hardware.
The Lot-1 Made to Order service also includes bespoke options, with jeans priced from £950.
The wider offer spans other categories, including bespoke ch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/levis-launches-650-made-to-order-jeans-at-london-soho-atelier/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/levis-launches-650-made-to-order-jeans-at-london-soho-atelier/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shop-price-inflation-holds-steady-at-12-in-june/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:34:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shop-price-inflation-holds-steady-at-12-in-june/ The partnership will focus on four key areas: scaling the brand’s direct-to-consumer platform, strengthening product development, building a wholesale distribution strategy, and expanding its UK and international reach.
Suleyman, founder and chief executive of Low Profile Holdings, said the brand had established a &ldq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/touker-suleyman-backs-david-gandy-wellwear-for-next-stage-of-growth/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/touker-suleyman-backs-david-gandy-wellwear-for-next-stage-of-growth/ The retailer, which was bought by Modella Capital last year and rebranded from WHSmith, warned it could struggle to meet millions of pounds of payments due this week without approval for the rescue plan, The Telegraph reported.
Mr Justice Hildeyard said he needed more time to consider the complex case, leaving the future of the business h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/former-whsmith-chain-tg-jones-faces-insolvency-threat-as-court-ruling-delayed/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/former-whsmith-chain-tg-jones-faces-insolvency-threat-as-court-ruling-delayed/ The retailer has taken an ice cream van and turned it into a ‘Strawberries and Cream van’ which can be found at 122 Wimbledon Bridge on July 2 and July 3.
Callum Baker, buying manager of berries at Tesco, said: “Our customers love strawberries, especially at this time of year.Related Story Tesco, B&Q, John Lewis and Waitrose among names to join dunnhumby retail media pilot19/06]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-announces-strawberries-and-cream-activation-for-wimbledon/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-announces-strawberries-and-cream-activation-for-wimbledon/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-sales-growth-slows-as-consumer-caution-hits-retailers/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-sales-growth-slows-as-consumer-caution-hits-retailers/ It will reportedly use the technology to help its teams create virtual product renders, test design variations and experiment with different prints, colourways and styling options before products are physically sampled.
New Look said the partnership would help its buying and design teams bring ideas to market more quickly, while supporting a mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/new-look-turns-to-ai-to-speed-up-product-design/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/new-look-turns-to-ai-to-speed-up-product-design/ It also lifted its underlying EBIT guidance to between $2bn and $4bn, compared with its earlier range of a $1.5bn loss to a $1bn profit.
Free cash flow is now expected to be at least negative $1.5bn, an improvement on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/maersk-lifts-outlook-as-demand-and-freight-rates-climb/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/maersk-lifts-outlook-as-demand-and-freight-rates-climb/ The FTSE 100 tobacco giant, which owns brands including Lucky Strike, Dunhill, Vuse and Velo, said it would cut around 5,500 jobs and move a further 3,500 roles to strategic partners.
The shake-up forms part of BAT’s Fit2Win transformation programme, which is expected to deliver around £600m in annualise]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/british-american-tobacco-to-cut-9000-jobs-in-ai-led-overhaul/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/british-american-tobacco-to-cut-9000-jobs-in-ai-led-overhaul/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-posts-quarterly-sales-uplift-as-value-focus-drives-growth/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:34:35 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-posts-quarterly-sales-uplift-as-value-focus-drives-growth/ The supermarket said total retail sales, excluding fuel, rose 2.7 per cent to £9.15bn in the 16 weeks to 20 June.
Sainsbury’s-branded sales increased 3.1 per cent to £8.04bn, with grocery sales up 3.6 per cent year on year.
The retailer said growth had been supported by continued investment in value, i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-grocery-sales-rise-but-argos-and-tu-struggle/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-grocery-sales-rise-but-argos-and-tu-struggle/ The deal covers GXO’s transport operations at Avonmouth, Andover and Lea Green, supporting deliveries to more than 1,000 Co-op stores across the UK.
The agreement will take the partnership between the two businesses beyond 20 years, with GXO continuing to manage key parts of Co-op’s transport network.
Co-op head of logistics operations Stuart Rendall said th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-extends-gxo-transport-deal-supporting-deliveries-to-over-1000-stores/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-extends-gxo-transport-deal-supporting-deliveries-to-over-1000-stores/ The French Parliament has definitively adopted a bill designed to reduce the environmental impact of the textile industry, following more than two years of debate between the country’s lower and upper houses.
The law will impose financial penalties on ultra-fast fashion companies, with fines ranging from €0.25 to €6 per product in 2026 and rising]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shein-and-temu-hit-by-french-ultra-fast-fashion-crackdown/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shein-and-temu-hit-by-french-ultra-fast-fashion-crackdown/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/david-gandy-wellwear-announces-strategic-partnership-with-dragons-den-star-touker-suleyman/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/david-gandy-wellwear-announces-strategic-partnership-with-dragons-den-star-touker-suleyman/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-extends-late-night-deliveries-to-25-stores-for-world-cup-viewing-surge/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-extends-late-night-deliveries-to-25-stores-for-world-cup-viewing-surge/ New research from Retail Economics and Legion Technologies found 8.5 per cent of workers across the two sectors are now underemployed, meaning they want to work more hours but cannot secure them.
The study estimated that around 320,000 retail and hospitality staff are missing out on a combined £3.6bn in earnings as employers]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-workers-lose-36bn-in-earnings-as-hours-dry-up/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-workers-lose-36bn-in-earnings-as-hours-dry-up/ Several top 10 investors have written to Ocado’s board in recent days to express support for Steiner, according to the Financial Times, after the online grocery and technology group confirmed it was working on long-term succession planning.
Ocado said earlier this week that its chief executive and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-investors-push-back-against-tim-steiner-exit-plan/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-investors-push-back-against-tim-steiner-exit-plan/ The former Greater Manchester mayor, who is now the MP for Makerfield and frontrunner to replace Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister, used a speech in Manchester to call for a reset in how Britain is governed.
Speaking at the People’s History Museum, Burnham said he wanted to deliver “good growth in every pos]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-urge-burnham-to-turn-business-rates-pledge-into-high-street-action/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-urge-burnham-to-turn-business-rates-pledge-into-high-street-action/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/portmeirion-hires-former-denby-executives-as-it-accelerates-transformation-plan/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:42:24 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/portmeirion-hires-former-denby-executives-as-it-accelerates-transformation-plan/ The partnership will see Kevel’s AI-powered, API-first Retail Media Cloud used to support a bespoke advertising platform across JohnLewis.com and Waitrose.com.
The move comes as John Lewis Partnership continues to build out its retail media capabilities, with online now accounting for 60 per cent of John Lewis orders.
The new platform will allow brand partners t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-partnership-ramps-up-retail-media-push-with-kevel-deal/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-partnership-ramps-up-retail-media-push-with-kevel-deal/ The health and beauty retailer said new data from Boots and Deliveroo showed rising demand around England matches, with shoppers ordering products to homes and pubs rather than leaving the game to visit stores.
Boots said suncare SPF orders rose sharply in the hours before England games, while hayfever tablet orders were up more than 80 per cent as fa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-extends-late-night-delivery-as-football-fans-drive-demand-for-match-day-essentials/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-extends-late-night-delivery-as-football-fans-drive-demand-for-match-day-essentials/ The study found the average Brit throws away eight white garments each year, adding up to an estimated 440 million items across the UK annually.
To highlight the issue, Dr. Beckmann unveiled an installation on London’s South Bank featuring a five-metre-high mound of discarded white clothing. Fronted by Judy Murray, the display was c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-beckmann-launches-campaign-to-tackle-textile-waste/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-beckmann-launches-campaign-to-tackle-textile-waste/ Screenshots of listings, mostly for toys, have circulated across TikTok, Instagram, Reddit and X in recent days, prompting speculation that some adverts contained hidden references to children.
The posts pointed to details such as age, height, gender or race appearing in product descriptions, as well as unusually high prices,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/vinted-finds-no-evidence-of-criminal-activity-after-viral-trafficking-claims/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/vinted-finds-no-evidence-of-criminal-activity-after-viral-trafficking-claims/ The activation aimed to tease the German squad’s 2027 shirt and premiered on 25 June.
As part of the campaign, a Nike branded barge will sail across the Hudson River with the message ‘Hallo New Jersey’.Devised by creative agency Wieden+Kennedy Amsterdam, it also featured a spot with German footballer Mario Götze and streetwear brand 6PM founder Achraf.
This]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nike-teased-2027-german-football-shirt-with-help-from-jamal-musiala/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nike-teased-2027-german-football-shirt-with-help-from-jamal-musiala/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/introducing-the-fashion-think-tank-inside-fashion-not-observing-it/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:43:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/introducing-the-fashion-think-tank-inside-fashion-not-observing-it/ The Hong Kong billionaire, who has owned the business for 35 years, is understood to have appointed advisers to examine options for the retailer, which could include new investment or an outright sale.
FTI Consulting is reported to be advising on the process in the UK, while Derya Akyuz is handling global markets.
Harvey Nichols is understood to be in active discussion]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/harvey-nichols-owner-explores-sale-after-mounting-losses/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/harvey-nichols-owner-explores-sale-after-mounting-losses/ The government is expected to update the law around low-speed autonomous delivery devices, paving the way for wider use of pavement robots across towns and cities.
The move could open up a major new last-mile delivery channel for retailers, grocers and takeaway operators, with robots already being used]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/delivery-robots-could-be-heading-for-englands-pavements-under-new-law-change/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/delivery-robots-could-be-heading-for-englands-pavements-under-new-law-change/ As ecommerce sales volume grew, so did return rates. Retailers were suddenly faced with soaring reverse logistics costs and unsustainable shopping habits.
Free returns may have initiall]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/returns-reform-how-retailers-are-rewriting-the-rules-without-losing-customers/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/returns-reform-how-retailers-are-rewriting-the-rules-without-losing-customers/ The engineers, including former Ford employees and specialists recruited from suppliers, have been brought in to identify potential issues before parts reach the production line, according to Bloomberg.
Kumar Galhotra said: “We had been relying more and more on automated quality systems.” He added that the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ford-rehires-veteran-engineers-as-ai-quality-systems-disappoint/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ford-rehires-veteran-engineers-as-ai-quality-systems-disappoint/ They don’t care whether their problem started on a website, moved to a chatbot, ended up in a contact centre, or needs a store colleague to fix it. They care whether the retailer knows who they are, what’s happened, and what needs to happen next.
That’s where many retail customer experience strategies still fall down.
Reta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retails-customer-experience-problem-shoppers-dont-want-channels-they-want-answers/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retails-customer-experience-problem-shoppers-dont-want-channels-they-want-answers/ It has grown exponentially in the UK over the past few years and SHEGLAM’s General Manager of Europe Kenneth Liu explains how the brand has grown its presence in the UK.
He says the biggest driver of growth for SHEGLAM within the UK market, is the brands “product innovation and clear differentiation from other brands”.
According to Liu, it takes a three step approach to innovation, its first its]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/kenneth-liu-on-how-sheglam-has-grown-in-the-uk/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/kenneth-liu-on-how-sheglam-has-grown-in-the-uk/ The Puig-owned brand,  founded by makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury, will introduce skin care, makeup and fragrance products in Boots’ locations such as Aberdeen, Chester, Leeds, Derby and Plymouth.
“My mission has always been to empower everyone, everywhere to feel and look like the most beautiful, confident versions of themselves,” s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/charlotte-tilbury-introduced-to-select-boots-stores/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/charlotte-tilbury-introduced-to-select-boots-stores/ Apple has increased prices on selected MacBooks and iPads around the world, with some products rising by almost 20 per cent.
The tech giant cited the price hike to rising demand for chips used in AI data centres, which has pushed up costs across the electronics industry.
In a statement, Apple said: “We have shielded our customers from these increases so far, but we ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/apple-and-xbox-raise-prices-as-ai-drives-up-chip-costs/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/apple-and-xbox-raise-prices-as-ai-drives-up-chip-costs/ According to Axios, the two sides are expected to meet in Qatar on Tuesday after agreeing to renew negotiations following several days of escalating attacks in the Gulf.
The reported breakthrough follows accusations from both countries that the other had breached an interim agreement reached less than two weeks ago to end their four-month conflict. Relate]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/iran-and-us-agree-to-renew-talks-over-strait-of-hormuz/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/iran-and-us-agree-to-renew-talks-over-strait-of-hormuz/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/conversation-with-matt-randle-general-manager-of-dreamland-bedding/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/conversation-with-matt-randle-general-manager-of-dreamland-bedding/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/west-elm-and-pottery-barn-open-john-lewis-liverpool-concessions-in-uk-rollout/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/west-elm-and-pottery-barn-open-john-lewis-liverpool-concessions-in-uk-rollout/ The Stoke-on-Trent homewares group has appointed Jane Mason as UK and Europe director and Hayley Baddiley as group marketing director. Both will join the business on 1 July 2026 and report to recently appointed chief executive Michael Scheepers.
Mason joins from Denby, where she was UK and Ireland managing director. She previously spen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/portmeirion-hires-denby-duo-to-accelerate-turnaround-plan/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/portmeirion-hires-denby-duo-to-accelerate-turnaround-plan/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/harvey-nichols-owner-seeks-sale-after-heavy-losses/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:33:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/harvey-nichols-owner-seeks-sale-after-heavy-losses/ The Hip store on Thomas Street in Manchester closed on 28 June, while the Leeds branch on Vicar Lane is expected to shut before the end of the month.
The decision will remove Hip from bricks-and-mortar retail, although the brand will continue to trade online through its website.
Hip was founded in Leeds in 1987 as an independent menswear store, before]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jd-sports-axes-final-hip-stores-as-it-pares-back-uk-estate/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/jd-sports-axes-final-hip-stores-as-it-pares-back-uk-estate/ Dan Edelman, UK general manager, merchant services at American Express
According to new research by American Express, conducted with Retail Economics, it’s estimated that social media now drives 1.7 billion high street visits annually in the UK. Behind every one of those visits is a shopper who has viewed and engaged with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hype-to-high-street-turning-online-hype-into-meaningful-growth/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hype-to-high-street-turning-online-hype-into-meaningful-growth/ The calls come after the online retail group, which owns Joybuy, stepped up its push into the UK as it looks to challenge Amazon and other major ecommerce players.
According to reports from The Telegraph, Alicia Kearns, the shadow national security minister, said JD.com’s growth plans in Britain should be “thoroughly scrutinised&rdqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-urged-to-investigate-jdcoms-uk-expansion/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-urged-to-investigate-jdcoms-uk-expansion/ The Australian sports footwear retailer said its independent board committee had unanimously recommended investors take no action and not sell their shares into Frasers’ on-market bid.
Frasers, which is Accent’s largest shareholder, offered A$0.65 cash per share for the shares it does not already own.
However]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/accent-group-rejects-frasers-highly-opportunistic-takeover-bid/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/accent-group-rejects-frasers-highly-opportunistic-takeover-bid/ The online grocer turned automation specialist has spent years trying to reposition itself as a global technology provider, selling its warehouse robotics and software to international supermarket partners.
However, The Times reported that investor patience is wearing thin after a series of setbacks, including weaker online grocery demand, s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-faces-investor-pressure-as-tech-growth-dream-falters/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-faces-investor-pressure-as-tech-growth-dream-falters/ The grocer announced earlier this year that it would ramp up its use of data, automation and AI as part of a wider cost-cutting drive, which included job cuts across all functions at its Bradford head office.
In a LinkedIn post, Baitiéh said many businesses were investing heavily in AI “but often without a clear, genuin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-ai-push-helps-deliver-940m-savings/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-ai-push-helps-deliver-940m-savings/ The Confederation of British Industry’s latest growth indicator found that companies expect private sector activity to decline further over the next three months.
Its gauge of expected output volumes fell to -28 in June, down from -24 in May, marking the lowest reading since December 2025.
The survey, which covered 848 companies b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-business-growth-expectations-hit-weakest-level-of-2026/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-business-growth-expectations-hit-weakest-level-of-2026/ Bradley, who has spent almost six years at Co-op, will depart the business this summer before joining the on-demand delivery giant as commercial director later this year.
In a LinkedIn post, he said his departure marked “the end of a chapter”, adding that he was “incredibly proud” of what had been achieved during his time with the retailer.
Bradley said Co-op ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-strategy-director-tom-bradley-exits-for-deliveroo/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-strategy-director-tom-bradley-exits-for-deliveroo/ The fashion and homeware retailer said anchor investors Invesco, Tresidor, Man Group and Napier Park had agreed to extend the maturity dates on its existing debt facilities.
The facilities, which had been due in December 2027 and January 2028, will now mature in April 2029.
Matalan said the move reflected continued investor confidence in the business and its long-term transformation stra]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-extends-debt-facilities-to-2029-as-turnaround-continues/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-extends-debt-facilities-to-2029-as-turnaround-continues/ Analysis of Ocado’s annual reports by the High Pay Centre found the co-founder has collected £94m in pay and share awards since the business listed on the stock market.
The campaign group said the figure raised “serious concerns about proportionality, accountability and fairness” in the company&rsquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-boss-tim-steiners-94m-pay-haul-sparks-governance-concerns/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-boss-tim-steiners-94m-pay-haul-sparks-governance-concerns/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-secures-debt-extensions-to-2029-amid-continued-turnaround/Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-secures-debt-extensions-to-2029-amid-continued-turnaround/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-cornish-bakery-fires-gun-on-rise-concept/Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-cornish-bakery-fires-gun-on-rise-concept/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-major-shareholders-mount-rearguard-action-to-save-ceo-tim-steiner/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-major-shareholders-mount-rearguard-action-to-save-ceo-tim-steiner/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hong-kong-billionaire-explores-sale-of-harvey-nichols/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hong-kong-billionaire-explores-sale-of-harvey-nichols/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmarts-ad-deal-smartly-puts-its-customers-in-the-shopping-basket/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmarts-ad-deal-smartly-puts-its-customers-in-the-shopping-basket/ Mandatory hydration breaks were introduced by FIFA for all 104 matches of the World Cup, regardless of the weather conditions. The breaks are three minutes long and occur in the middle of each half.
The regulator argued that the breaks would provide the athletes with time to rehydrate during matches.
But fans, especially European fans, are furious, believing the break implemented as an advertising opportunity rather th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hydration-breaks-why-all-the-fuss/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hydration-breaks-why-all-the-fuss/ No additional capital is involved in this latest deal. Instead Invesco, Tresidor, Man Group and Napier Park will allow Matalan longer to manage its existing debt. Therefore, cash flow can be put towards the retailer’s recovery.
Matalan had previously secured a further £25 million in funding from this core inve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-given-2029-debt-extension-to-focus-on-turnaround/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-given-2029-debt-extension-to-focus-on-turnaround/ When George Henry Hinds opened his first jewellery shop on Harrow Road in Paddington in 1856, Britain was still in the Victorian era. The Suez Canal did not exist. The telephone had not been invented. The notion of an online retailer would have sounded like science fiction.
Photo: F.Hinds. Chairman]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fhinds-chairman-170-years-on-were-betting-on-people-not-algorithms/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fhinds-chairman-170-years-on-were-betting-on-people-not-algorithms/ This year it has hosted multiple panels from the industry’s best and brightest, including discussions from Primark, Sephora, and Coach.
As usual, the event has seen many of the industries top talent awarded for their hard work. With Cannes Lions coming to a close today, we take a look at some more winners from the festival.
Cannes LionHeart Award,
The Cannes LionHeart Award went to actress, presenter and p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/oprah-winfrey-wins-lionheart-award-cannes-lions-winners-2026-part-2/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/oprah-winfrey-wins-lionheart-award-cannes-lions-winners-2026-part-2/ “We create an opportunity for brands to engage with the customer at the point of purchase – that moment of truth. That few minutes they’re going to spend on the app to place their order. How do we get them to engage an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/snappy-shopper-vp-on-retail-medias-power-to-drive-conversations-to-action/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/snappy-shopper-vp-on-retail-medias-power-to-drive-conversations-to-action/ Founded in 2013, Bloom & Wild has flourished. Over 30 million letterbox flowers have been delivered by the ecommerce business that cared enough to measure letterboxes.
Only three years after its inception, Bloom & Wild expanded its offering to include tiny Ch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bloom-amp-wild-co-founder-on-caring-wildly-about-every-gifting-occasion/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bloom-amp-wild-co-founder-on-caring-wildly-about-every-gifting-occasion/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-ringfences-10-of-job-interview-slots-for-long-term-unemployed/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-ringfences-10-of-job-interview-slots-for-long-term-unemployed/ The retailer reported turnover of £285.5m for the year to 31 December 2025, up from £260.6m the previous year.
Online sales surged 28.3 per cent to £85m, while operating losses narrowed from £16.7m in 2024 to £4.2m.
Decathlon said its performance was driven by a more focused commercial strategy, inv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/good-news-for-decathlon-as-sales-jump-and-online-growth-drives-recovery/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/good-news-for-decathlon-as-sales-jump-and-online-growth-drives-recovery/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/german-financial-regulator-probes-zalando-over-11bn-deal-disclosure/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/german-financial-regulator-probes-zalando-over-11bn-deal-disclosure/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdry-launches-first-outlet-store-under-superdry-amp-co-brand-at-caledonia-park/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:12:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdry-launches-first-outlet-store-under-superdry-amp-co-brand-at-caledonia-park/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-group-md-matt-hood-to-leave-the-business-alongside-two-senior-leaders/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:12:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-group-md-matt-hood-to-leave-the-business-alongside-two-senior-leaders/ Spending on Adidas apparel jumped 70 per cent in May compared with the same month last year, according to M Science data reported by Reuters, driven by strong demand for football shirts ahead of the tournament.
Nike’s apparel business is also growing, but analysts said Adidas was currently benefiting more strongly fro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/adidas-pulls-ahead-of-nike-in-world-cup-retail-battle/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/adidas-pulls-ahead-of-nike-in-world-cup-retail-battle/ Patrick Lucereau, marketing director for Groupe SEB UK & Ireland, Tefal’s parent company, talks about the brands Platinum anniversary plans.
He says the huge milestone is not just about looking back: “It’s about showing that a brand with 70 years of heritage can still be innovative, relevant and lead the way. We’re incredibly proud of our history, but we’re even more excited a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tefal-celebrates-70-years-patrick-lucereau-reflects/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tefal-celebrates-70-years-patrick-lucereau-reflects/ The European Commission has informed Amazon and Microsoft of its preliminary view that Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure should be designated as “gatekeepers” under the Digital Markets Act.
The development would subject AWS and Azure to stricter rules designed to stop dominant digital pl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eu-targets-amazon-and-microsoft-cloud-dominance-in-big-tech-crackdown/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eu-targets-amazon-and-microsoft-cloud-dominance-in-big-tech-crackdown/ The Sports Direct and Flannels owner confirmed that its €38-a-share offer is final and will not be increased during the acceptance period or any additional acceptance period.
The offer values the remaining stake in Hugo Boss that Frasers does not already own at around €1.93bn (£1.7bn).
Frasers, which is already H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-tells-hugo-boss-investors-17bn-takeover-bid-is-final/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-tells-hugo-boss-investors-17bn-takeover-bid-is-final/ The supermarket giant will relaunch its Asda Living store at Cortonwood Retail Park in Barnsley as a 28,000 sq ft George store on Thursday 9 July.
The existing branch will close from Sunday 28 June while the site is refurbished.
The new store will stock George’s full fashion offer across womenswear, menswear and childrenswear, alongside e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-to-open-sixth-standalone-george-store/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-to-open-sixth-standalone-george-store/ Goods worth £135 or less will now become subject to customs import duties from October 2028, six months earlier than the previous March 2029 deadline.
The move is designed to reduce the advantage enjoyed by fast-growing international online retailers, which ship low-cost parcels directly to UK shoppers]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-brings-forward-shein-tax-loophole-crackdown-but-retailers-say-it-is-still-too-slow/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-brings-forward-shein-tax-loophole-crackdown-but-retailers-say-it-is-still-too-slow/ The fashion giant posted net sales of SEK 54.8bn (£4.2bn) for the three months to 31 May, down from SEK 56.7bn a year earlier.
Sales in local currencies were broadly flat, with H&M operating around 3 per cent fewer stores than the same period last year.
Operating profit came in at SEK 5.9bn (£463m), flat year on year and below ana]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hampm-sales-fall-short-as-stock-cuts-leave-stores-unable-to-meet-demand/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hampm-sales-fall-short-as-stock-cuts-leave-stores-unable-to-meet-demand/ The CBI’s latest Distributive Trades Survey found that retail sales volumes dropped to a weighted balance of -54 in the year to June, down from -46 in May.
Sales were also judged to be below seasonal norms to the greatest extent in more than two years, with the balance falling to -40 from -35 last month.
Retailers expect the downturn to continue into July, al]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-sales-slump-deepens-as-summer-gets-off-to-gloomy-start/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-sales-slump-deepens-as-summer-gets-off-to-gloomy-start/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dunelm-opens-major-new-superstore-in-kingston-upon-thames/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:52:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dunelm-opens-major-new-superstore-in-kingston-upon-thames/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tescos-return-to-broadband-should-be-a-profitable-side-hustle/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tescos-return-to-broadband-should-be-a-profitable-side-hustle/ In its latest annual Social Conscience report, TOAST championed its three key areas of focus to ensure it makes products that are responsibly made and last for years. These are Cherish Materials & Make; Minimise Waste and Enrich & Educate.
The brand stressed that when developing fabrics it considers origin, qual]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/99-of-toasts-2025-collections-made-from-natural-fibres/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/99-of-toasts-2025-collections-made-from-natural-fibres/ The 4,500 sq ft store has been selected to showcase the retailer’s latest rebrand, which aims to deliver a refreshed and modernised offer. Superdry rebranded to Superdry & Co in September 2025, with the brand debuting its first new store format in Nottingham.
This latest launch represents the brand’s investment in its comeback. The store]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdry-launches-first-uk-outlet-store-at-caledonia-park/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdry-launches-first-uk-outlet-store-at-caledonia-park/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frontline-retail-staff-remain-least-happy-despite-wellbeing-improvement-in-the-sector/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:39:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frontline-retail-staff-remain-least-happy-despite-wellbeing-improvement-in-the-sector/ Situated at 5 Earlham Street, the store has been designed with a Scandinavian-inspired identity, featuring clean lines and muted tones.
This latest two-floor site joins the brand’s existing location in the capital, situated at Beak Street in Soho.
“Opening on Earlham Street is a defining moment for our UK growth jo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/samse-samse-unveils-seven-dials-store/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/samse-samse-unveils-seven-dials-store/ Speaking at a London supply-chain and sustainability event earlier this week [23 June], executives from Fast Retailing argued that long-term relationships with suppliers will be critical if the fashion industry is to cut emissions, improve traceability and secure future sources of raw materials.
The message was delivered dur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uniqlo-owner-suppliers-invest-when-they-believe-theyve-got-a-future/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uniqlo-owner-suppliers-invest-when-they-believe-theyve-got-a-future/ A new study by American Express, conducted with Retail Economics, looked to highlight the power social media has not only on ecommerce uplift but also in driving footfall to stores. It found one in every 20 in-person sale had been influenced by social content, in the past 12 months.
Additionally, 46 per cent of shoppers said a physical store or ve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/data-social-commerce-growing-faster-than-ecommerce/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/data-social-commerce-growing-faster-than-ecommerce/ The health and beauty retailer said the honour was a “very special” moment for the business and its colleagues across the UK.
Royal Warrants are granted to companies that have supplied the Royal Household on a regular basis for at least five years.
Boots managing director Anthony Hemmerdinger said: “We are]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-granted-royal-warrant-by-her-majesty-the-queen/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-granted-royal-warrant-by-her-majesty-the-queen/ Yes, its Cannes Lions again.
We take a look at some of the winners from this years Awards.
Audio and Radio Lions
Audio and Radio Lions received 513 entries and 15 Lions handed out, 2 Gold, 5 Silver, 7 Bronze and the Grand Prix.
Hyundai Puerto Rico’s ‘Coquí Alarmed’  won the top prize. It was created by BBDO Puerto Rico,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/adidas-picks-up-grand-prix-a-look-at-cannes-lions-winners-2026/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/adidas-picks-up-grand-prix-a-look-at-cannes-lions-winners-2026/ Most consumers see a bottle of olive oil.
Supply chain leaders see something very different.
They see farming, energy, packaging, logistics, inventory, promotions and risk—all converging on a single supermarket shelf.
That is why a geopolitical event thousands of miles away can ultimately influence the price a customer pays at the checkout.
At first glance, the Strait of Hormuz and a bottle of olive oil appear to have very littl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/opinion-the-olive-bottle-and-strait-of-hormuz-why-it-matters-to-grocery-retailers/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/opinion-the-olive-bottle-and-strait-of-hormuz-why-it-matters-to-grocery-retailers/ The logistics company’s new report, The future of transport, found that 64 per cent of UK businesses want to reduce the environmental impact of their fleets but admit they do not know how to do so.
The study surveyed more than 1,000 senior decision-makers across UK supply chain and logistics organisations for the report, which explores cost r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-risk-higher-costs-and-missed-deliveries-without-transport-overhaul/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-risk-higher-costs-and-missed-deliveries-without-transport-overhaul/ The partnership will see Disney launch new limited-edition products, live performances, character experiences and retail activations across Silverstone and London.
The campaign marks the European debut of Disney x Formula 1, bringing together Disney’s consumer products business with one of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/disney-and-formula-1-bring-fuel-the-magic-campaign-to-uk-for-british-grand-prix/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/disney-and-formula-1-bring-fuel-the-magic-campaign-to-uk-for-british-grand-prix/ The Kornmarken Campus brings together around 1,800 colleagues across engineering, quality and manufacturing, who will develop, test and scale new manufacturing processes for Lego products.
The 47,000 sq m campus sits alongside the toy giant’s legacy factory, creating a 100,000 sq m facility in the town where Lego was]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lego-opens-global-innovation-campus-to-speed-up-toy-manufacturing/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lego-opens-global-innovation-campus-to-speed-up-toy-manufacturing/ The Advertising Standards Authority ruled against paid-for Google ads from all three fashion brands after finding that they had not provided enough evidence to support the environmental claims being made.
Adidas had promoted “recycled running shoes”, while Calvin Klein advertised “recycled” women’s tops. Un]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/adidas-uniqlo-and-calvin-klein-ads-banned-over-greenwashing-accusations/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/adidas-uniqlo-and-calvin-klein-ads-banned-over-greenwashing-accusations/ Akbar will join B&M in February 2027, replacing interim finance boss Pete Waterhouse.
He is currently vice president of commercial finance at Asda and has previously held senior roles at Morrisons, Tesco and Etihad Airways.
B&M chief executive Tjeerd Jegen said Akbar’s UK retail experience would support the company as it presse]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-hires-asda-finance-boss-as-turnaround-push-stays-on-course/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-hires-asda-finance-boss-as-turnaround-push-stays-on-course/ The new regime comes into force on 15 July and marks a major shift for the UK retail payments market, as BNPL lenders face stronger oversight and tougher consumer protection requirements.
The reforms are designed to ensure shoppers are given clearer information before borrowing, while lenders will also be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-urged-to-prepare-as-bnpl-regulation-deadline-approaches/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-urged-to-prepare-as-bnpl-regulation-deadline-approaches/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/halfords-posts-sales-and-profit-growth-as-fit-for-the-future-strategy-delivers/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:44:28 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/halfords-posts-sales-and-profit-growth-as-fit-for-the-future-strategy-delivers/ The motoring and cycling specialist reported underlying profit before tax of £45.4m for the year to 3 April, ahead of analyst expectations of £40.3m.
Reported pre-tax profit came in at £43.6m, marking a return to the black after the business posted a £30m loss last year.
Revenue rose five p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/halfords-profits-beat-expectations-as-garage-growth-fuels-turnaround/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/halfords-profits-beat-expectations-as-garage-growth-fuels-turnaround/ New research from Savills found that available space across retail parks has dropped to just 1.8 per cent of total floorspace once obsolete and long-term vacant units are stripped out.
While the headline vacancy rate stands at 4.3 per cent, Savills said almost 43 per cent of that empty space has been vacant for three years or more, e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-parks-running-out-of-space-as-aldi-and-lidl-fuel-occupier-rush/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-parks-running-out-of-space-as-aldi-and-lidl-fuel-occupier-rush/ The LVMH-owned beauty giant will host Sephoria Europe at 180 Studios in London from 16 to 17 October, marking a major moment for the brand after its UK relaunch in 2023.
The ticketed event will combine brand activations, masterclasses, creator appearances and product giveaways, with Sephora describing it as a “celebration of beauty anchored in the UK culture”.
This year’s festival will introdu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sephora-brings-beauty-festival-to-london-as-uk-expansion-continues/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sephora-brings-beauty-festival-to-london-as-uk-expansion-continues/ Enrico Galliera, who has spent 16 years at Ferrari, is leaving his role as chief marketing and commercial officer. He will be replaced in July by former BMW Italy boss Massimiliano Di Silvestre.
The supercar maker said Galliera had “decided to embark on a new chapter in his professional journey”, adding that the move ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ferrari-marketing-chief-exits-after-backlash-over-electric-supercar-launch/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ferrari-marketing-chief-exits-after-backlash-over-electric-supercar-launch/ Anthr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/anthropic-accuses-alibaba-of-industrial-scale-claude-ai-extraction-campaign/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/anthropic-accuses-alibaba-of-industrial-scale-claude-ai-extraction-campaign/ The retailer reported revenue of £85.5m for the year to 29 March 2026, up 23 per cent on the previous year, while EBITDA climbed 39.6 per cent to £12.5m.
Profit before tax rose 64.5 per cent to £2.5m, as ProCook benefited from a stronger gross profit margin, which improved by 170 basis points]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/procook-profits-surge-as-kitchenware-retailer-adds-almost-one-million-new-customers/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/procook-profits-surge-as-kitchenware-retailer-adds-almost-one-million-new-customers/ The company issued a statement this week confirming that its chief executive and board “continually engage in long-term succession planning” and “regularly engage with potential candidates”, after Sky News reported that talks were underway to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-succession-talks-intensify-as-share-price-slump-piles-pressure-on-tim-steiner/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-succession-talks-intensify-as-share-price-slump-piles-pressure-on-tim-steiner/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-brings-back-viral-strawberry-sandwich-and-launches-new-chocolate-and-pistachio-version/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-brings-back-viral-strawberry-sandwich-and-launches-new-chocolate-and-pistachio-version/ It was created in collaboration with creative agency JOAN and features dedicated assets across fashion, collectables and more.
According to Emily O’Hara, VP of global brand marketing at eBay, the campaign was inspired by what the firm is already seeing on eBay live- sellers sharing their knowledge and buyer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ebays-emily-ohara-on-the-inspiration-behind-its-ebay-live-campaign/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ebays-emily-ohara-on-the-inspiration-behind-its-ebay-live-campaign/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shareholders-push-ocado-board-to-oust-chief-tim-steiner/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shareholders-push-ocado-board-to-oust-chief-tim-steiner/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shareholders-push-ocado-board-to-oust-ceo-tim-steiner/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shareholders-push-ocado-board-to-oust-ceo-tim-steiner/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/predictions-market-kalshi-in-talks-to-raise-funds-at-40bn-valuation/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/predictions-market-kalshi-in-talks-to-raise-funds-at-40bn-valuation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-extends-clubcard-loyalty-scheme-to-16-and-17-year-olds-as-it-courts-younger-shoppers/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-extends-clubcard-loyalty-scheme-to-16-and-17-year-olds-as-it-courts-younger-shoppers/ Customers will be able to place orders through Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just Eat, in more than 50 locations nationwide. The service will be available during the next four weeks of the World Cup
Consumers will be order from most participating stores until midnight, with select locations operating a 24/7 service. However shoppers will be unable to purchase alcohol during]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/late-night-deliveries-for-football-fans-thanks-to-waitrose/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/late-night-deliveries-for-football-fans-thanks-to-waitrose/ The Scottish brewer said the tab would become available from 20 July, the day after the final, allowing supporters to continue celebrating regardless of whether their team wins or loses.
Fans wearing an eligible national team shirt will be able to claim up to two free pints on a first-come, first-served basis at participating BrewDog bars while the £1 million fund lasts]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brewdog-pledges-1m-bar-tab-if-england-scotland-or-usa-reach-final/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brewdog-pledges-1m-bar-tab-if-england-scotland-or-usa-reach-final/ Developed in partnership with Bevisol Ltd, the food and drink manufacturer said the Ledbury site will be operational in time for this year’s blackcurrant harvest, and will process fruit sourced from the company’s network of 33 British growers.
The investment brings a key stage of Ribena production closer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ribena-maker-invests-145m-in-uk-blackcurrant-processing-facility/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ribena-maker-invests-145m-in-uk-blackcurrant-processing-facility/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/grape-tree-staff-share-100000-bonus-as-move-to-employee-ownership-trust-pays-off/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/grape-tree-staff-share-100000-bonus-as-move-to-employee-ownership-trust-pays-off/ Almost half (49 per cent) of UK consumers say they would like a Summer Black Friday event, while nearly two-thirds (65 per cent) believe greater competition between online retailers leads to better value. The findings]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/summer-black-friday-how-joybuy-is-shaping-the-promotional-calendar-to-meet-changing-consumer-expectations/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/summer-black-friday-how-joybuy-is-shaping-the-promotional-calendar-to-meet-changing-consumer-expectations/ As part of the partnership, Samsung has launched a Samsung Micro RGB TV sweepstakes in collaboration with electronics retailer Best Buy in the US.
It also hosted fan experiences in the US and UK, including a pop-up at Phonica Records in London. The pop-up showcased Samsung 2026 home audio and TV range through film-inspired spaces.Related Story ASOS unveils summer beaut]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/warner-bros-pictures-and-dc-studios-celebrate-supergirl-release-with-samsung-team-up/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/warner-bros-pictures-and-dc-studios-celebrate-supergirl-release-with-samsung-team-up/ The new “Clubcard for 16-17s”, unveiled on 24 June, enables teenagers to benefit from thousands of Clubcard Prices promotions in stores and earn points that can be converted into vouchers for future purchases.
To sign up, teenagers must be invited through the Clubcard account of a parent or guardia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-opens-clubcard-scheme-to-16-and-17-year-olds/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-opens-clubcard-scheme-to-16-and-17-year-olds/ The new “Clubcard for 16-17s”, unveiled on 24 June, enables teenagers to benefit from thousands of Clubcard Prices promotions in stores and earn points that can be converted into vouchers for future purchases.
To sign up, teenagers must be invited through the Clubcard account of a parent or guardia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-launches-clubcard-scheme-for-16-and-17-year-olds/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-launches-clubcard-scheme-for-16-and-17-year-olds/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/reframing-retail-safety-protecting-people-performance-and-the-high-street/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/reframing-retail-safety-protecting-people-performance-and-the-high-street/ The partnership will cover new product creation, custom content and customer experiences.
According to the commerce platform, the new range, ‘COLE’D,’ was inspired by fans nickname for the footballer, ‘Cold Palmer’, which highlights his “composure” on the pitch.
This collaboration is the first time Palmer has played an a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cole-palmer-and-gopuff-unveil-ice-range/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cole-palmer-and-gopuff-unveil-ice-range/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-appoints-asdarsquos-atheeq-akbar-as-new-chief-financial-officer/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:15:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-appoints-asdarsquos-atheeq-akbar-as-new-chief-financial-officer/ It has introduced the first-of-its-kind at Belfast International Airport. Designed with a new layout featuring clearly defined quick-find zones, the Boots On The Go store aims to offer more convenience for shoppers who are travelling.
A click & collect service will be available, with a more than 15 beauty brands debuting in the airport. This includes Sunda]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-debuts-on-the-go-travel-store-at-belfast-international/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-debuts-on-the-go-travel-store-at-belfast-international/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/procook-posts-record-855m-revenue-after-attracting-highest-ever-number-of-new-customers/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:27:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/procook-posts-record-855m-revenue-after-attracting-highest-ever-number-of-new-customers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/-trb-event-the-retail-tech-summit-2026/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:27:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/-trb-event-the-retail-tech-summit-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-retail-parks-effectively-full-after-expansion-of-retailers-like-aldi-and-lidl/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-retail-parks-effectively-full-after-expansion-of-retailers-like-aldi-and-lidl/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sephora-to-bring-its-sephoria-beauty-experience-to-london-for-the-first-time/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sephora-to-bring-its-sephoria-beauty-experience-to-london-for-the-first-time/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-teams-up-with-amazon-on-first-of-its-kind-retail-media-partnership/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:46:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-teams-up-with-amazon-on-first-of-its-kind-retail-media-partnership/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/australian-menswear-brand-mj-bale-to-make-uk-store-debut/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/australian-menswear-brand-mj-bale-to-make-uk-store-debut/ The ads used the term ‘recycled’ to describe fabric composition but did not include any information to support the claim. The body highlighted that the advertisers were not able to provide evidence to support their statements.
It identified the works through its AI-based Active Ad Monitoring Systems and the rulings form part of a wider project inves]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/three-major-retailers-ads-banned-after-misleading-green-claims/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/three-major-retailers-ads-banned-after-misleading-green-claims/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eg-group-files-plan-for-us-listing-that-could-raise-1bn/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eg-group-files-plan-for-us-listing-that-could-raise-1bn/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-tax-loophole-used-by-shein-will-not-be-closed-until-october-2028/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-tax-loophole-used-by-shein-will-not-be-closed-until-october-2028/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/harrods-unifies-operations-under-new-coo-andreas-efstathiou/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:51:29 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/harrods-unifies-operations-under-new-coo-andreas-efstathiou/ The Welsh designer, and TV personality, will sell his Fall 2026 ready-to-wear collection on the site, which launched on Monday.
“We ordered 2,500 boxes for our orders, and we’ve already run out” MacDonald told WWD. “I’ve had to order 1,000 more from the fact­ory in Wales.”
MacDonald has desi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/julien-macdonald-introduces-dedicated-ecommerce-site/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/julien-macdonald-introduces-dedicated-ecommerce-site/ The pop-up welcomed 800 guests and was hosted at East London’s Protein Studios.
Visitors could try out a curated selection of beauty products from brands such as Coach, Ouai, Nyx Cosmetics, Biodance and Anua. They were also able to receive personalised guidance from “beauty insiders”.Related Story ASOS and Deliveroo partner fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-unveils-summer-beauty-pop-up/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-unveils-summer-beauty-pop-up/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nrf-2026-retailrsquos-big-show-europe-ndash-agenda-amp-highlights/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nrf-2026-retailrsquos-big-show-europe-ndash-agenda-amp-highlights/ At its core, a winning finance team must demonstrate clear, quantifiable impact on the business. Judges will be looking for evidence of how financial strategy has not only improved profitability but also supported revenue growth.
The winning team will have enabled smarter investment decisions while strengthening c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/finance-team-of-the-year-what-separates-the-best-from-the-rest/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/finance-team-of-the-year-what-separates-the-best-from-the-rest/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/64-of-uk-consumers-want-to-use-agentic-ai-for-shopping/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/64-of-uk-consumers-want-to-use-agentic-ai-for-shopping/ With over 18 years experience in brand, digital marketing and retail media, he helped build Superdrug’s retail media network Optimo.
He explains that his primary challenge at Very Media Group is to “drive engagement outside the traditional retail media growth set”.
He says: “By that, I mean brands beyond consumer-packaged goods in categories such as electricals, toys, gaming, home, fashion, and sp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/paul-stafford-on-how-very-media-group-drives-engagement/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/paul-stafford-on-how-very-media-group-drives-engagement/ For Stefan Pichler, general manager for Henkel Consumer Brands UK and Ireland, that mix of trust and transformation is what makes the role compelling.
Pichler took on his current position in March 2025, but his]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/henkels-stefan-pichler-on-150-years-of-creating-iconic-household-names/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/henkels-stefan-pichler-on-150-years-of-creating-iconic-household-names/ According to the latest figures from Worldpanel by Numerator, in the four weeks to 14 June, the convenience retailer increased its market share from 5.2 per cent to 5.3 per cent over the past year.
Co-op sales also rose 2.7 per cent, bouncing back from the cyberattack that affected its performance last year.
Elsewhe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-returns-to-growth-as-heatwave-and-world-cup-boost-grocery-sales/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-returns-to-growth-as-heatwave-and-world-cup-boost-grocery-sales/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/what-are-returns-really-costing-you/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/what-are-returns-really-costing-you/ An estimated 61 million items are expected to be returned by UK shoppers following this year’s event, according to new research by Manhattan Associates.
With 65% of UK shoppers admitting to making the most of discount days, the total volume of Prime Day purchases is expected to hit 131 million items.
&ldq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/data-47-of-amazon-prime-items-set-to-be-returned/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/data-47-of-amazon-prime-items-set-to-be-returned/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gear4music-reports-surge-in-profits-as-revenue-climbs-30/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:26:35 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gear4music-reports-surge-in-profits-as-revenue-climbs-30/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-boosts-delivery-hours-as-world-cup-fever-drives-demand/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-boosts-delivery-hours-as-world-cup-fever-drives-demand/ The new site, which replaces the company’s previous store at the retail destination, has been designed to “bring together the best in mobile, broadband and connected technology,” according to the business.  
Complete with four distinct discovery zones, a national databank hub, and more, there is plenty for shoppers to take in at the new location.
50 per cent&nb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/virgin-media-o2-retail-director-on-its-revamped-liverpool-one-store/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/virgin-media-o2-retail-director-on-its-revamped-liverpool-one-store/ According to reports in The Telegraph, Carlyle has kicked off a £2 billion sale of the heavily indebted retailer.
Earlier this month, another American firm Elliott Advisors, which owns Waterstones, showed interest in taking on The Very Group.
These latest reports of Carlyle looking to offload The Very Group are just the latest rumblings.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/very-group-goes-up-for-auction/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/very-group-goes-up-for-auction/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-names-martin-raper-as-new-head-of-stores/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-names-martin-raper-as-new-head-of-stores/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gopuff-partners-with-chelsea-footballer-cole-palmer-on-launch-of-cold/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gopuff-partners-with-chelsea-footballer-cole-palmer-on-launch-of-cold/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fatface-expands-further-in-ireland/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:24:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fatface-expands-further-in-ireland/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-reshuffles-leadership-team-as-liz-evans-departs/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-reshuffles-leadership-team-as-liz-evans-departs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-introduces-new-on-the-go-travel-store-format/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:34:39 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-introduces-new-on-the-go-travel-store-format/ Dubbed Track the Tech, the initiative has been designed to show what happens to devices after they are handed in for recycling or trade-in.
The video follows products through the retailer’s recycling and refurbishment process, from secure data wiping to refurbishment, parts harvesting and recycling, to reas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-launches-track-the-tech-as-880-million-unused-tech-items-sit-in-homes/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-launches-track-the-tech-as-880-million-unused-tech-items-sit-in-homes/ The awards themselves bring together some of the sector’s most influential leaders to celebrate innovation and impact across reta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/what-does-it-take-to-be-marketing-team-of-the-year/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/what-does-it-take-to-be-marketing-team-of-the-year/ According to Metro, the email in question featured the subject line: “Snap up these deals quicker than a croc can catch a kid!” The email contained advertisements for a spa experience in Hampshire and a kayak ride for two.
After being sent out it faced severe criticism from the public, with people sharing it on social media]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wowcher-apologises-for-crocodile-reference-in-marketing-email/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wowcher-apologises-for-crocodile-reference-in-marketing-email/ The study, conducted by Oxford Economics, found that implementation costs could reach £2,812 per product, around 50 times higher than the Department of Health and Social Care’s estimate of £53 per product.
The Nutrient Profiling Model is used]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/health-policy-overhaul-could-cost-food-manufacturers-millions-warns-fdf/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/health-policy-overhaul-could-cost-food-manufacturers-millions-warns-fdf/ The trade body’s message follows Sir Kier Starmer’s stepping down this morning (22 June), saying the decision was made to “put the country I love first“.
Responding to the resignation, a BRC spokesperson said the government’s priority should be helping retailers keep prices affordable for co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brc-calls-for-focus-on-business-costs-after-pm-resignation/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brc-calls-for-focus-on-business-costs-after-pm-resignation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-hunts-for-new-chief-to-replace-tim-steiner/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-hunts-for-new-chief-to-replace-tim-steiner/ The 29,000 sq ft of space mergers former Debenhams and Select units into a single trading store. The Debenhams unit has sat empty since January 2020.
When open in the second half of 2027, the new Primark will span almost half of the centre’s upper oval. While, building work to combine the units is due to begin imminently, an exact launch date has]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-takes-over-former-debenhams-unit-in-ashford/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-takes-over-former-debenhams-unit-in-ashford/ Through its corporate vehicle J Sporting Club, Castore has acquired a controlling interest in Grenson. The move also sees Grenson owner Tim Little and his wife Julia Little step down from the board.
This acquisition marks another step in the expansion of Liverpool-founded Castore. Launched in 2015 by brothers Thomas and Phil Beahon, the brand has grown throu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/castore-acquires-160-year-old-bootmaker-grenson/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/castore-acquires-160-year-old-bootmaker-grenson/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-face-match-day-store-strain/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-face-match-day-store-strain/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-lines-up-new-chief-executive-to-succeed-co-founder-tim-steiner/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-lines-up-new-chief-executive-to-succeed-co-founder-tim-steiner/ The confectionary giant was acquired by Mars under a £534 million deal in January 2024. At the time of the takeover, the retailer claimed that the acquisition “could provide the brand with an enhanced platform for growth in the UK and potentially in new geographies”.
Hotel Chocolat went on to unveil plans to launch 20 stores over the next 18 months in May 2024. It then revealed ambitions]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hotel-chocolat-head-of-retail-and-cafe-operations-on-its-white-rose-launch/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hotel-chocolat-head-of-retail-and-cafe-operations-on-its-white-rose-launch/ The new shop, which is due to open in the autumn, will comprise a 1,300 sq ft “full assortment” store, offering its complete collection of product lines.
The Nottingham shop announcement came after the brand also unveiled plans to make its East Midlands debut at Derbion shopping centre in February, with the store set to open in spring/summer 2026.
Retail Gazette chats to Bath &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bath-amp-body-works-uk-amp-ireland-brand-manager-on-its-new-east-midlands-stores/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bath-amp-body-works-uk-amp-ireland-brand-manager-on-its-new-east-midlands-stores/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/laura-james-to-open-new-operations-facility-in-rugby-with-the-creation-of-200-jobs/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/laura-james-to-open-new-operations-facility-in-rugby-with-the-creation-of-200-jobs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-avoids-potential-shortages-after-eddie-stobart-drivers-call-off-strike/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:08:29 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-avoids-potential-shortages-after-eddie-stobart-drivers-call-off-strike/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uks-out-of-town-retail-parks-effectively-full/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uks-out-of-town-retail-parks-effectively-full/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-bampq-and-john-lewis-join-pilots-for-new-retail-media-alliance/Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-bampq-and-john-lewis-join-pilots-for-new-retail-media-alliance/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lincolnshire-co-op-plans-job-cuts-as-it-overhauls-ways-of-working/Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:55:52 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lincolnshire-co-op-plans-job-cuts-as-it-overhauls-ways-of-working/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-the-archive-auctions/Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:42:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-the-archive-auctions/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gold-coin-salesmen-orchestrated-plot-to-set-up-rival-court-finds/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gold-coin-salesmen-orchestrated-plot-to-set-up-rival-court-finds/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gold-coin-salesman-orchestrated-plot-to-set-up-rival-court-finds/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gold-coin-salesman-orchestrated-plot-to-set-up-rival-court-finds/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bensons-for-beds-appoints-former-boots-exec-to-head-up-owned-brands/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:10:31 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bensons-for-beds-appoints-former-boots-exec-to-head-up-owned-brands/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-expands-concession-partnership-with-bonmarch/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:41:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-expands-concession-partnership-with-bonmarch/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-sales-rise-more-than-expected-in-may/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-sales-rise-more-than-expected-in-may/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-losses-widen-to-nearly-1bn/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-losses-widen-to-nearly-1bn/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-partnership-commits-to-recruiting-1000-care-experienced-young-people/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-partnership-commits-to-recruiting-1000-care-experienced-young-people/ Located on level 2 of the shopping centre, Brompton Arcade’s vision is to “curate and support ambitious, independent and experience-led brands,” providing them with “greater visibility, operational support” and access to Lakeside’s annua]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lakeside-shopping-centre-unveils-brompton-arcade-transformation/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lakeside-shopping-centre-unveils-brompton-arcade-transformation/ The dunnhumby network alliance has been launched to tackle fragmentation across retail media, one of the sector’s biggest barriers to scale.
The new offer will give brands and agencies a single route to activate campaigns across multiple retailers, audience providers and media owners, withou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-bampq-john-lewis-and-waitrose-among-names-to-join-dunnhumby-retail-media-pilot/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-bampq-john-lewis-and-waitrose-among-names-to-join-dunnhumby-retail-media-pilot/ Devised by media agency VCCP, the marketing drive highlights the benefits of convenience shopping and centres on a phrase that is already in the public’s vernacular, ‘popping to Co-op’.
It aims to highlight that the retailer is always there when customers need something last minute such as a needing food for a BBQ or feeding the kids and their friends.
The campa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-encourages-consumers-to-pop-to-the-co-op-in-new-campaign/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-encourages-consumers-to-pop-to-the-co-op-in-new-campaign/ Chinese toy retailer Pop Mart has signed for a 2,618 sq ft unit on the shopping centre’s high street upper level, marking its debut in South Yorkshire. 
Pop Mart will use the regional flagship to sell its collection of collectable toys, such as Labubu’s, Hello Kitty, and Disney.
Lego has also relocated to an upsized store on Meadowhal]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pop-mart-lego-and-crew-clothing-bolster-meadowhalls-retail-offering/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pop-mart-lego-and-crew-clothing-bolster-meadowhalls-retail-offering/ The Snapchat owner launched its new augmented reality Specs this week, positioning them as the next major shift in personal computing.
Snap chief executive Evan Spiegel said he had spent his working life developing the technology behind the product, which he described as a “see-through computer”.
However, the launch has been overshado]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/snap-mocked-over-1995-smart-glasses-as-investors-question-consumer-appeal/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/snap-mocked-over-1995-smart-glasses-as-investors-question-consumer-appeal/ The Office for National Statistics said vacancies dropped to 707,000 in the March to May period, the lowest level since February to April 2021.
While the labour market remained “broadly stable”, the ONS said some areas were showing signs of weakening as employers became more cautious about taking on staff.
Retail and hospitality]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-job-vacancies-fall-as-employers-rein-in-hiring/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-job-vacancies-fall-as-employers-rein-in-hiring/ The owner of John Lewis and Waitrose said the commitment, which will be delivered by 2030, more than doubles its previous target under its Building Happier Futures programme.
The move will take the total number of roles offered through the initiative to at least 250 a year.
It comes amid growing concern over youth unemployment, with mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-pledges-1000-more-roles-for-young-people-from-care/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-pledges-1000-more-roles-for-young-people-from-care/ The key maritime route, which sits between Iran and Oman, remains partially blocked by around 80 mines that will need to be cleared before standard shipping can resume, according to independent tanker owner trade body Intertanko.
Several vessels began leaving the Gulf through the strait on Thursday aft]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-brace-for-fresh-cost-pressure-as-hormuz-shipping-route-remains-blocked/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-brace-for-fresh-cost-pressure-as-hormuz-shipping-route-remains-blocked/ Britain borrowed £23.3bn last month, £5.4bn more than in May last year and the highest figure for the month since 2020, when the country was under Covid lockdown restrictions.
The figure was also £5.6bn above the £17.7bn forecast by the Office for Budget Responsibility, increasing pressure on the governm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-borrowing-surge-adds-fresh-pressure-to-consumer-outlook/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-borrowing-surge-adds-fresh-pressure-to-consumer-outlook/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/consumer-confidence-holds-steady-but-plunges-amongst-younger-adults/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:23:25 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/consumer-confidence-holds-steady-but-plunges-amongst-younger-adults/ The UK’s largest retailer said comparable sales rose 1.8 per cent to £13.4bn in the three months to the end of May, down from 4.2 per cent in the previous quarter and below the 2.3 per cent growth expected by City analysts.
Group sales rose 1 per cent to £16.8bn, helped by]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-boss-says-weather-will-drive-grocery-sales-more-than-world-cup-wins/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-boss-says-weather-will-drive-grocery-sales-more-than-world-cup-wins/ The German grocer is opening a new US store every few days as part of a $9bn expansion plan, with its latest site launching this week on Manhattan’s 42nd Street.
Aldi, which has spent five decades building its presence in the US, is now targeting 3,200 stores by 2028 and believes there could be room for more than 4,000 locations across the country.
Aldi USA chief]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-eyes-4000-us-stores-as-shoppers-hunt-for-cheaper-groceries/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-eyes-4000-us-stores-as-shoppers-hunt-for-cheaper-groceries/ The independent co-operative, which employs more than 2,770 people across Lincolnshire and surrounding areas, operates more than 200 trading sites spanning food stores, pharmacies, travel branches and funeral homes.
The society said it was “reviewing our ways of working” as it looks to manage rising costs and invest in areas including technology, healthcare and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lincolnshire-co-op-plans-job-cuts-as-it-ramps-up-tech-investment/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lincolnshire-co-op-plans-job-cuts-as-it-ramps-up-tech-investment/ Sales volumes climbed 1.2 per cent in May, according to the Office for National Statistics, reversing a one per cent fall the previous month and comfortably ahead of the 0.5 per cent increase forecast by economists in a Reuters poll.
Volumes were 3.2 per cent higher than a year earlier, also beating expectations of a 1.9 per cent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-sales-beat-expectations-as-warm-weather-and-discounts-tempt-shoppers-back/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-sales-beat-expectations-as-warm-weather-and-discounts-tempt-shoppers-back/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/majestic-owned-vagabond-wines-opens-flagship-soho-venue/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/majestic-owned-vagabond-wines-opens-flagship-soho-venue/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/met-police-and-retailers-urge-government-to-crack-down-on-shoplifting/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/met-police-and-retailers-urge-government-to-crack-down-on-shoplifting/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-electrical-fined-and-ordered-to-refund-customers-over-opt-ins-to-extra-services/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:08:35 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-electrical-fined-and-ordered-to-refund-customers-over-opt-ins-to-extra-services/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/stockpickers-castings-tatton-asset-management-boohoo-group/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/stockpickers-castings-tatton-asset-management-boohoo-group/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-takes-the-fight-to-walmart-and-costco/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-takes-the-fight-to-walmart-and-costco/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/recognising-retail-excellence-people-in-retail-awards-2026-finalists-revealed/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:44:39 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/recognising-retail-excellence-people-in-retail-awards-2026-finalists-revealed/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-enters-financial-services-market-with-insurance-offering/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:35:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-enters-financial-services-market-with-insurance-offering/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-is-making-a-9bn-bet-that-it-can-finally-crack-america/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-is-making-a-9bn-bet-that-it-can-finally-crack-america/ The group carried out at least 31 offences each before they were jailed, accounting for about a third of London shoplifting cases where a suspect was identified.
The Met said the offenders were behind 4389 shoplifting offences and 1000 other crimes over the past two financial years, with almost all continuing to offend after being charged.
The force, the Bri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/met-calls-for-fast-track-courts-after-104-shoplifters-linked-to-5300-offences/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/met-calls-for-fast-track-courts-after-104-shoplifters-linked-to-5300-offences/ Google Cloud vice president for the UK, Ireland and Sub-Saharan Africa Maureen Costello said companies and public bodies that were testing AI tools last year were now using the technology to run more complex processes and improve productivity.
“Industry is on the cusp of a tipping point where AI adoption is accelerating quickly,” Costello told R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-ai-adoption-reaches-tipping-point-as-retailers-move-beyond-trials/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-ai-adoption-reaches-tipping-point-as-retailers-move-beyond-trials/ The UK’s largest grocer posted comparable sales growth of 1.8 per cent to £13.4 billion in the three months to the end of May, down from 4.2 per cent in the previous quarter.
The rise was also below City expectations of 2.3 per cent growth, although group sales increased 1 per cent to £16.8 billion.
Tesco was boosted by an 8.9 p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-sales-growth-more-than-halves-as-middle-east-uncertainty-weighs-on-shoppers/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-sales-growth-more-than-halves-as-middle-east-uncertainty-weighs-on-shoppers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-uk-sales-rise-by-18-but-growth-slows-from-previous-quarter/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-uk-sales-rise-by-18-but-growth-slows-from-previous-quarter/ Del Vecchio, the 31-year-old son of late EssilorLuxottica founder Leonardo Del Vecchio, was seeking funding for a deal that would make him the largest shareholder in Delfin, Reuters reported.
Delfin is the top investor in the $100 billion eyewear giant, with a 32.4 per cent stake in EssilorLuxottica.
The Luxembourg-based hol]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ray-ban-boss-seeks-financing-for-10bn-delfin-stake-move/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ray-ban-boss-seeks-financing-for-10bn-delfin-stake-move/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/alternative-flooring-names-new-managing-director/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/alternative-flooring-names-new-managing-director/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tescos-uk-sales-growth-slows-despite-rise-in-market-share/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tescos-uk-sales-growth-slows-despite-rise-in-market-share/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-freezes-school-uniform-prices-for-fourth-year-running/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-freezes-school-uniform-prices-for-fourth-year-running/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/blue-diamond-secures-60m-caledonia-investment-to-fund-expansion/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:20:25 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/blue-diamond-secures-60m-caledonia-investment-to-fund-expansion/ The electricals retailer has already offshored around 150 sales roles, saving £2 million, with annualised savings expected to reach £4 million, The Times reported.
A further 50 workers are expected to be recruited in South Africa by next March, as AO aims to move most of its customer contact operations overseas.
Roberts said the Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ao-boss-blames-labour-as-retailer-shifts-jobs-to-south-africa/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ao-boss-blames-labour-as-retailer-shifts-jobs-to-south-africa/ The fashion and homeware retailer posted a 24 per cent rise in adjusted EBITDA to £69.4 million in its full-year 2026 results.
Revenue slipped to £971.2 million from £985 million on a like-for-like basis, although the latest financial year covered 53 weeks compared with 52 weeks the year before.
Gross profit rose six per cent to £538 million, h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-narrows-losses-as-turnaround-plan-gathers-pace/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-narrows-losses-as-turnaround-plan-gathers-pace/ The move would target the customs duty relief on low-value imports, which allows goods worth £135 or less to enter the UK without customs duties.
The Treasury launched a consultation in November 2025 on removing th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-considers-speeding-up-shein-and-temu-import-tax-crackdown/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-considers-speeding-up-shein-and-temu-import-tax-crackdown/ The sports retailer said The Decathlon Seed initiative was designed to widen share ownership across the business and give more of its workers a direct stake in the company’s future growth.
The move comes as Decathlon celebrates its 50th anniversary and builds on a long-running value-sharing model that dates back to 1987.
Mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/decathlon-hands-staff-2000-share-boost-as-it-ramps-up-ownership-model/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/decathlon-hands-staff-2000-share-boost-as-it-ramps-up-ownership-model/ The grocer said group like-for-like sales rose 2.2 per cent in the 13 weeks to 26 April 2026, marking its fourteenth consecutive quarter of growth.
Total sales increased 1.7 per cent to £4 billion, while underlying EBITDA for the first half climbed 5.7 per cent to £323 millio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-sales-edge-up-as-grocer-delivers-fourteenth-quarter-of-growth/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-sales-edge-up-as-grocer-delivers-fourteenth-quarter-of-growth/ This year the sports event is taking place in North America, with matches in the USA, Mexico and Canada.
To celebrate (or mourn depending on how you feel about football) its return, we take a look at some of our favourite marketing drives for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Adidas
Adidas’ World Cup marketing drive starred Hollywood hotshot Timothée Ch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-absolute-best-world-cup-2026-ads/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-absolute-best-world-cup-2026-ads/ A new report from the pair, titled the Memento Generation, surveyed over 2,000 consumers. It suggests that Gen Z invests in “moments worth remembering” and place greater value on social, experiential and memory-making.
The report, which was developed in collaboration with YouGov, highlighted 41]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/snapchats-rachel-levy-commerce-is-emotional-as-well-as-transactional/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/snapchats-rachel-levy-commerce-is-emotional-as-well-as-transactional/ This follows on from the launch of its ‘Better by Design’ campaign.
As part of the partnership, stock that can no longer be sold in Seasalt stores will be resold by SATCoL in their shops. Items the charity are not able to resell will be sold to “trusted” sorting companies.
The retailer will also la]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/seasalt-partners-with-satcol-to-resell-old-stock/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/seasalt-partners-with-satcol-to-resell-old-stock/ Birch will shape the creative direction for all womenswear collections and products, while leading the fashion, footwear and accessories design teams.
Primark said his appointment reflected its continued investment in womenswear as it looked to strengthen its trend-led ranges.
Birch, a Central Saint Martins graduate, has spent the past 20 years in senior design roles at Calvin Klein, Tommy Hil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-names-former-calvin-klein-executive-as-womenswear-design-director/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-names-former-calvin-klein-executive-as-womenswear-design-director/ The activewear giant staged the event at the end of May, featuring Chinese actor Zhu Yilong, as it looked to build momentum in one of its fastest-growing markets.
However, the Canadian retailer faced a backlash on Chinese social media after users claimed the drum used during the performance was Japanese, prompting the business to delete promotional conte]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-apologises-after-great-wall-yoga-event-sparks-backlash-in-china/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-apologises-after-great-wall-yoga-event-sparks-backlash-in-china/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-narrows-losses-and-lifts-ebitda-as-turnaround-gains-pace/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-narrows-losses-and-lifts-ebitda-as-turnaround-gains-pace/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/benchmarking-the-store-estate-has-become-a-non-negotiable-for-modern-retail/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/benchmarking-the-store-estate-has-become-a-non-negotiable-for-modern-retail/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-sales-growth-continues-but-slows-in-second-quarter/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:00:31 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-sales-growth-continues-but-slows-in-second-quarter/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/why-benchmarking-the-store-estate-has-become-a-non-negotiable-for-modern-retail/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:40:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/why-benchmarking-the-store-estate-has-become-a-non-negotiable-for-modern-retail/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/us-retail-sales-jump-in-sign-consumers-are-weathering-petrol-shock/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/us-retail-sales-jump-in-sign-consumers-are-weathering-petrol-shock/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hush-hires-former-reiss-exec-as-chief-customer-officer/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:58:28 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hush-hires-former-reiss-exec-as-chief-customer-officer/ The site will launch on 20 June, complete with competitions, goody bags, giveaways from cake shop The Savvy Baker, and a guest appearance from YouTuber Danny Aarons.
The Savvy Baker will hand out free coffee, matcha, brownies and blondies for the first 100 people in the store’s queue when it opens at 9am.
Additionally, goody bags will be available for its first 200 attendees, with random golden tick]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-reveals-launch-date-of-trinity-leeds-store/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-reveals-launch-date-of-trinity-leeds-store/ The company is set to accelerate its growth following the investment. 
Caledonia’s backing will enable the garden centre giant to “realise its ongoing ambitions while maintaining a conservative balance sheet,” according to the business. 
Beyond the investment announced today, Caledonia has agreed, subject to customary conditions,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/major-investment-to-boost-growth-at-blue-diamond-garden-centres/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/major-investment-to-boost-growth-at-blue-diamond-garden-centres/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-appoints-director-of-womenswear-design/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:49:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-appoints-director-of-womenswear-design/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ao-world-posts-record-profit-of-505m-as-growth-outpaces-revenue/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:32:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ao-world-posts-record-profit-of-505m-as-growth-outpaces-revenue/ The Deliveroo service will only be available to customers based in Greater London and Manchester. Consumers will be able to order up to two shirts per and have 15 designs to pick from including England, Spain, Brazil, Argentina, Portugal and Germany.
The designs feature baby tees, off the shoulder tops, tanks and oversized t-shirts, oversized polos and bandeaus and are priced]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-and-deliveroo-partner-for-football-themed-world-cup-collab/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-and-deliveroo-partner-for-football-themed-world-cup-collab/ For years, retailers have spoken about physical and digital commerce as separate channels. Instacart, a leading grocery technology company, believes that, in grocery, success in the future will be defined by how intelligently those worlds connect.
The goal is a continuous learning system that understands customers, baskets, shelves and store operations in real time, then using that intel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/connecting-stores-from-edge-to-cloud-reinventing-retail-with-physical-ai/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/connecting-stores-from-edge-to-cloud-reinventing-retail-with-physical-ai/ In the campaign, sellers Jeff, Jeff and Jeff highlight the things they love the most about the platform, whilst building upon the firm’s “Celebrate Being Human” brand platform.
This follows insights from the retailer which highlights that there are more than 5,000]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/etsy-spotlights-independent-sellers-named-jeff-in-new-campaign/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/etsy-spotlights-independent-sellers-named-jeff-in-new-campaign/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-invests-50m-in-five-store-transformation-programme/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-invests-50m-in-five-store-transformation-programme/ The electricals retailer, which sells products including TVs, washing machines and mobile phones, said adjusted pre-tax profit rose 16 per cent to £50.5m in the year to 31 March 2026.
The figure was broadly in line with company-compiled analyst estimates of £50m.
AO World also proposed returning £20m to shareholders following the stronge]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ao-world-posts-record-profit-as-sales-boosted-by-discounts-and-range-expansion/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ao-world-posts-record-profit-as-sales-boosted-by-discounts-and-range-expansion/ The department store chain said Glasgow, Cambridge, Leicester, Reading and Liverpool will benefit from the latest phase of investment, with Glasgow receiving more than £20m in a full redevelopment.
The Glasgow project marks John Lewis’s largest single-store investment in recent years and will see every floor of the 28,000sq m store]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-to-invest-50m-across-stores-as-glasgow-gets-major-revamp/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-to-invest-50m-across-stores-as-glasgow-gets-major-revamp/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lavish-alice-hires-managing-director-and-creative-director/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:10:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lavish-alice-hires-managing-director-and-creative-director/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-ceo-buys-85000-worth-of-shares-after-profit-growth/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:11:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-ceo-buys-85000-worth-of-shares-after-profit-growth/ The change comes as Société des Grands Magasins, which has operated BHV since 2023, sells the Parisian department store to its current management team.
The new leadership team is being led by Karl-Stéphane Cottendin, who described the Shein tie-up as “a mistake”, according to a spokesper]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/paris-department-store-bhv-ditches-shein-after-backlash/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/paris-department-store-bhv-ditches-shein-after-backlash/ The new store, at 166 New Bond Street, spans 2,000 sq m across five floors and brings together six Grade II listed buildings.
It replaces Hermès’ former London store at 155 New Bond Street, as well as its concession in Selfridges.
The flagship covers 165, 166 and 167 New Bond Street, 16 Grafton Street and 22 and 23 Albemarle Street, with 55 rooms, four lift]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/inside-herms-new-largest-european-store-on-londons-bond-street/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/inside-herms-new-largest-european-store-on-londons-bond-street/ A new survey from the British Independent Retailers Association found that almost 77 per cent of respondents had experienced theft in the past 12 months, up from 64 per cent in its previous survey.
The findings, which covered more than 25 retail sectors, highlight growing pressure on smaller retailers as shoplifting, sta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/independent-retailers-hit-by-worsening-shoplifting-crisis/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/independent-retailers-hit-by-worsening-shoplifting-crisis/ Executives from Currys, B&Q and Amazon met energy consumers minister Martin McCluskey on Tuesday to discuss guidance for selling so-called ‘balcony solar panels’ to the public.
Asda, Screwfix and Wickes also attended the meeting, which focused on how renters, flat owners and households without rooftop access could benefit from home solar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-and-bampq-join-government-talks-to-sell-plug-in-solar-panels/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-and-bampq-join-government-talks-to-sell-plug-in-solar-panels/ The consumer goods giant said the technology will help its factories improve product quality, increase efficiency and respond more quickly to changing consumer demand.
Digital twins are virtual models of factory equipment and production lines, using live data from machinery and shopfloor systems to monitor, predict and improve performance.
Unileve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/unilever-rolls-out-ai-digital-twins-across-global-factories/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/unilever-rolls-out-ai-digital-twins-across-global-factories/ A London Stock Exchange filing showed Nwokorie purchased 112,500 ordinary shares last Friday at 76.1p each, taking the total value of the transaction to around £85,600.
The purchase was disclosed yesterday, 16 June.
A separate filing also showed that Nwokorie and chief financial officer Giles Wilson had increased their holdings through Dr Mart]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-boss-buys-85k-of-shares-after-profit-jump/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-boss-buys-85k-of-shares-after-profit-jump/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-laura-freedman-dagg-director-of-retail-amp-strategic-attendee-engagement-brand-licensing-europe/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 02:27:33 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-laura-freedman-dagg-director-of-retail-amp-strategic-attendee-engagement-brand-licensing-europe/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/disney-store-expands-selfridges-partnership-with-birmingham-and-manchester-openings/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:45:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/disney-store-expands-selfridges-partnership-with-birmingham-and-manchester-openings/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/take-it-easy-theres-no-rush/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:19:28 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/take-it-easy-theres-no-rush/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/talking-shop-2026-uk-frontline-workforce-report/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/talking-shop-2026-uk-frontline-workforce-report/ The concession spaces, which are set to open in mid-July, build on the business’s existing presence within Selfridges London and its flagship Disney Store on Oxford Street.
They form part of Disney Store’s continued investment in “creating meaningful in-person retail experiences for fans,” according to the brand, offering guests the chance to discove]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/disney-store-to-launch-two-new-selfridges-locations/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/disney-store-to-launch-two-new-selfridges-locations/ This is up 35 per cent year-on-year following two trading upgrades. The firm has also highlighted that every brand is “profitable on some basis”.
The group published its financial results for the year ending February 28 2026.
It reported that the Debenhams brand was scaled to £730 million gross merchandise value (GMV), up from £654 millio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-confirms-35-jump-in-earnings-as-all-brands-profitable/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-confirms-35-jump-in-earnings-as-all-brands-profitable/ The mountain sports brand operates a network of 15 stores across the UK, as well as its growing online channel. It aims to supply outdoor enthusiasts with high-quality equipment, from mountaineering to trail running, skiing and snowboarding.
As part of its recent digital transformati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ellis-brigham-reduces-wismo-enquires-by-14/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ellis-brigham-reduces-wismo-enquires-by-14/ The discounter, which has more than 1,080 stores nationwide, will launch new sites in areas including Watford and Hoxton in London, Hattersley in Greater Manchester, and Balsall Common in the West Midlands. 
The latest openings support Aldi’s long-term ambition to operate 1,500 stores across the UK.
The news follows the opening of Aldi’s new Salford]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-to-launch-16-new-uk-stores-with-370-million-investment/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-to-launch-16-new-uk-stores-with-370-million-investment/ The new flagship spans 4,800 square feet and offers a range of street-style and runway inspired womenswear and accessories.
Catherine Riccomini, director of marketing and communications at Shaftesbury Capital and Kiko Sunata, senior director of PR and partnerships at Edikted, broke down their marketing strategy for the new opening.
Sunata explains that they received an “overwhelming” turnout to a pop-u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/edikted-and-shaftesbury-capital-brand-identity-is-perfect-for-carnaby-street/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/edikted-and-shaftesbury-capital-brand-identity-is-perfect-for-carnaby-street/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-reports-surge-in-demand-for-unhomogenised-milk/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:30:34 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-reports-surge-in-demand-for-unhomogenised-milk/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-to-open-16-new-uk-stores-in-coming-months/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:30:34 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-to-open-16-new-uk-stores-in-coming-months/ The scam promised shoppers a free Boots beauty sample pack in exchange for completing a short customer satisfaction survey.
Victims who clicked through were taken to a realistic-looking fake Boots storefront, where they were asked to hand over personal information including their name, email address, date of birth, phone number and h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-impersonated-in-phishing-scam-targeting-nearly-9m-shoppers/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-impersonated-in-phishing-scam-targeting-nearly-9m-shoppers/ Kelly joins from InPost UK, where he served as operations director. He has also held roles at Menzies Distribution, Hermes and Amazon UK.
Announcing the move on LinkedIn, Kelly said: “I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Head of Returns at Evri.
“Great to be working again in this fast paced business wit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/parcel-wars-evri-nabs-inpost-veteran-steve-kelly-to-lead-returns/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/parcel-wars-evri-nabs-inpost-veteran-steve-kelly-to-lead-returns/ The supermarket giant has instructed headhunters to identify a successor to Scicluna, who has chaired the business since spring 2019.
Scicluna is expected to remain in post until a replacement is appointed. Under corporate governance rules for London-listed companies, he would not reach the maximum recommended tenure limit until late 2027, which wou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-kicks-off-search-for-new-chair-as-martin-scicluna-nears-exit/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-kicks-off-search-for-new-chair-as-martin-scicluna-nears-exit/ Hunt will take over responsibilities currently held by operations director Sacha Berendji, who will remain with M&S and stay on the executive committee until April 2027 to support the transition.
He joins from Woolworths Australia, where he has served as chief information officer and managing director of group ena]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-poaches-woolworths-tech-boss-to-lead-digital-overhaul/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-poaches-woolworths-tech-boss-to-lead-digital-overhaul/ The premium furniture company saw sales climb 23 per cent to £123million in the year to 28 February, while profit before tax rose to £9.6million, up from £7.8million the previous year.
The strong performance comes as the wider UK furniture and homewares sector continues to cool following the surge in demand seen duri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cotswold-company-sales-hit-record-123m-despite-homeware-market-slump/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cotswold-company-sales-hit-record-123m-despite-homeware-market-slump/ The Australian pharmaceutical wholesaler and retailer said on Monday that acquiring Boots would ‘not meet its strategic and capital investment objectives’.
It comes days after the Financial Times reported that Sigma had held early-stage talks over a potential deal for the high street pharmacy giant, which operates aroun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sigma-healthcare-walks-away-from-7bn-boots-takeover/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sigma-healthcare-walks-away-from-7bn-boots-takeover/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-to-slash-prosecco-prices-as-england-progresses-through-the-world-cup/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-to-slash-prosecco-prices-as-england-progresses-through-the-world-cup/ Frasers, which already holds a 22.9 per cent stake in Accent, has offered 65 Australian cents a share for the rest of the business. The offer matches Accent’s closing share price on Friday and values the company at around A$316million.
It marks Ashley’s second takeover tilt in less than a week, following Frasers&rsquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mike-ashley-ramps-up-takeover-spree-with-166m-accent-group-bid/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mike-ashley-ramps-up-takeover-spree-with-166m-accent-group-bid/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-opens-new-merthyr-tydfil-store/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-opens-new-merthyr-tydfil-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-appoints-john-hunt-as-chief-digital-and-technology-officer/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:05:24 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-appoints-john-hunt-as-chief-digital-and-technology-officer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/china-retail-sales-sink-for-first-time-since-covid/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/china-retail-sales-sink-for-first-time-since-covid/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/chinas-economy-shows-signs-of-weakness-in-may/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/chinas-economy-shows-signs-of-weakness-in-may/ The new “Brook Court’s” Co-op, which opened on Harrison Lane, Kennington, launched on 12 June and has created 18 local jobs.
The convenience retailer’s store includes “an extensive range” and a choice of fresh and chilled products, an in-store bakery and a Costa Coffee Express. 
The grocery giant’s store also offers online hom]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-launches-store-in-new-kennington-residential-development/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-launches-store-in-new-kennington-residential-development/ Which is why were are taking a look back at some of the best and worst collabs we have seen so far this year.
Hits
Ikea x Chupa Chups
Weird it may be but it certainly caught people’s attention. The campaign has garnered over 25 million impressions across all social media platforms.
And while many people will question why we’ve placed it on the hits list. We copy Vincenzo Riili, Ikea’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/collabs-2026-hit-or-miss/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/collabs-2026-hit-or-miss/ The ESLs, which are set to launch in stages over the next two years, will support the supermarket’s sustainability agenda by replacing paper labels in stores. 
The new shelf labels will also simplify daily routines for staff, saving them from manually replacing labels when prices or promotions chang]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-partners-with-hanshow-to-deliver-esl-rollout/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-partners-with-hanshow-to-deliver-esl-rollout/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-graham-dixon-chief-technology-officer-x-hoppers/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:49:23 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-graham-dixon-chief-technology-officer-x-hoppers/ The first store launched on 23 May at Akadimias 17 & Voukourestiou in Kolonaki, central Athens, and the second on 12 June at the Golden Hall shopping mall.
The country marked the sportswear brand’s third new market entry of 2026 through its franchise partnership with Arion Retail Group, following its Poland and Hungary launches earlier this year. 
And]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-svp-emea-on-activewear-giants-greek-debut/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-svp-emea-on-activewear-giants-greek-debut/ The shop, which opened on 29 May, is spread across two floors and 30,000 sq ft. It stocks global brands such as Nike, Adidas, Puma, Under Armour and The North Face.
It also features the sportswear giant’s signature running, football, and outdoor concepts, offering shoppers “high-quality products and equipment to support their sporting journe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-groups-nordic-ambitions-following-first-sports-direct-opening/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-groups-nordic-ambitions-following-first-sports-direct-opening/ The shop, which opened on 29 May, is spread across two floors and 30,000 sq ft. It stocks global brands such as Nike, Adidas, Puma, Under Armour and The North Face.
It also features the sportswear giant’s signature running, football, and outdoor concepts, offering shoppers “high-quality products and equipment to support their sporting journe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-targets-sports-direct-as-number-one-nordics-sports-retailer/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-targets-sports-direct-as-number-one-nordics-sports-retailer/ The new 4,000 sq ft store, which is based in Cyfarthfa Shopping Park, has led to the creation of 25 new jobs and offers a mix of exclusive and third-party brands to shoppers.
The launch marks the retailer’s fifth store in Wales, and follows a series of recent openings from the footwear business across Manchester Arndale, Glasgow Silverburn and Darlington Cornmill.
&]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-retail-director-on-merthyr-tydfil-store-resonating-with-community/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-retail-director-on-merthyr-tydfil-store-resonating-with-community/ During a High Court session, 93% of voting creditors supported the turnaround measures which were first outlined in March.
Poundstretcher CEO Andy Atkinson said: “Today, our company is in a stronger position to continue investing in our stores, our people and the overall customer experience. Our priority now is exactly what it has always been — ensuring our]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/poundstretcher-rescued-as-court-approves-restructuring-plan/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/poundstretcher-rescued-as-court-approves-restructuring-plan/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/starbucks-korea-to-close-stores-for-staff-training-after-tank-day-scandal/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/starbucks-korea-to-close-stores-for-staff-training-after-tank-day-scandal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-cotswold-company-hits-record-123m-sales/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-cotswold-company-hits-record-123m-sales/ The 1.1 million sq ft facility in Elizabethtown opened in August 2023 and operated for around 15 months before the group ceased operations there in November 2024, returning fulfilment of US orders to the UK.
The company said it has incurred approximately $124m in costs related to the site, including rent,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-group-cuts-us-warehouse-liabilities-through-sublease-deal/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-group-cuts-us-warehouse-liabilities-through-sublease-deal/ The AIM-listed company said the new site will support its long-term growth strategy while delivering operational efficiencies, economies of scale and lower transport costs by combining operations, which are currently split between facilities in Preston and Bolton.
The warehouse build and fit-out will be complete]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/virgin-wines-signs-new-warehouse-deal-to-consolidate-operations/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/virgin-wines-signs-new-warehouse-deal-to-consolidate-operations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/china-summons-walmart-chain-sams-club-over-food-safety-issues/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/china-summons-walmart-chain-sams-club-over-food-safety-issues/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-body-shop-plots-diversification-push-with-hotel-toiletries-plan/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:42:33 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-body-shop-plots-diversification-push-with-hotel-toiletries-plan/ The retailer said the collection, which features dresses and co-ords, had been developed using cotton sourced from smallholder farms in rural India working with regenerative agriculture specialist Materra.
According to Nobody’s Child, organic cotton already accounts for around half of its total material usage.
The]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nobodys-child-launches-first-regenerative-cotton-collection/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nobodys-child-launches-first-regenerative-cotton-collection/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dusk-eyes-float-on-london-stock-exchange/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:37:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dusk-eyes-float-on-london-stock-exchange/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/adanola-makes-three-new-leadership-appointments/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:37:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/adanola-makes-three-new-leadership-appointments/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/australian-pharmacy-group-pulls-out-of-10bn-talks-to-buy-boots/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/australian-pharmacy-group-pulls-out-of-10bn-talks-to-buy-boots/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-is-better-at-making-headlines-than-creating-shareholder-value/Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-is-better-at-making-headlines-than-creating-shareholder-value/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/virgin-wines-warns-of-full-year-loss-after-external-market-pressures/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/virgin-wines-warns-of-full-year-loss-after-external-market-pressures/ Currently owned by private equity firm The Carlyle Group, The Very Group has also gained interest from Chinese e-commerce newcomer JD.com.
Carlyle only acquired The Very Group from the Barclay family in 2025. Then in January, it was reported to be considering an auction of the retail site which sells clothing, beauty, homeware and elec]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waterstones-owner-considers-2bn-bid-for-the-very-group/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waterstones-owner-considers-2bn-bid-for-the-very-group/ D’Arcy is a popular online content creator known as the The Wine Wally. He has over 100,000 followers on Instagram and over 30,000 on TikTok.
Retail Gazette sat down with D’Arcy to find out more about his new appointment to Wine Ambassador for Co-op.
D’Arcy explained that partne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-wine-wally-co-op-is-taking-away-scariness-around-wine-aisle/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-wine-wally-co-op-is-taking-away-scariness-around-wine-aisle/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-perfectted-co-founder-marisa-poster/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:37:35 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-perfectted-co-founder-marisa-poster/ The 6,444 sq ft store will form the latest fashion chain to sign at the retail destination in Derby.
The shopping centre has welcomed FatFace, Crew Clothing, Victoria’s Secret, and Seasalt over recent months, and has also unveiled that Primark will be moving to a new 40,000 sq ft store next year.
Office managing director Jon Richens said: “We are thrilled to be bringing our array of bran]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/office-signs-10-year-lease-at-derbion-shopping-centre/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/office-signs-10-year-lease-at-derbion-shopping-centre/ The range will be available online and in-store at Blue Diamond’s garden centres and in Diddly Squat Farm shops.
According to the brands, the collaboration combines Blue Diamond’s “horticultural expertise and commitment to quality with Diddly Squat Farm’s distinctive person]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/diddly-squat-farm-launches-three-year-partnership-with-blue-diamond-garden-centres/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/diddly-squat-farm-launches-three-year-partnership-with-blue-diamond-garden-centres/ The store, which launched on 28 May, comprises the city’s second Lindt chocolate shop with the first based in Manchester Arndale Centre.
The opening marks a milestone for the Swiss chocolatier and its expanding UK footprint as its 30th store. 
The 1,200 sq ft store houses offerings and features such as Lindt’s pick and mix selection, exclusive gifts and personalisation, and the chanc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lindt-launches-second-chocolate-shop-in-manchester/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lindt-launches-second-chocolate-shop-in-manchester/ The event follows on from a series of community-led launches and hosted friends of the brand and industry insiders.
Visitors to the event were able to listen to talks from the design team explaining the story behind the collection and were treated to a styling session from Topshop stylists.
Moses Rashid global marketing director said “The Summer Edit: Resort is about a confident, expressiv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topshop-celebrate-summer-edit-with-british-countryside-event/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topshop-celebrate-summer-edit-with-british-countryside-event/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-sublets-us-warehouse-to-cut-costs-in-turnaround-push/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:57:25 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-sublets-us-warehouse-to-cut-costs-in-turnaround-push/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/popeyes-accelerates-expansion-in-ireland-through-new-partnership-with-applegreen/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/popeyes-accelerates-expansion-in-ireland-through-new-partnership-with-applegreen/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/holland-amp-barrett-becomes-first-new-sponsor-of-capital-breakfast-in-nine-years/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/holland-amp-barrett-becomes-first-new-sponsor-of-capital-breakfast-in-nine-years/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/size-opens-second-store-in-spain/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/size-opens-second-store-in-spain/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/guide-the-delivery-control-gap-a-field-guide-to-delivery-excellence/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/guide-the-delivery-control-gap-a-field-guide-to-delivery-excellence/ The Sports Direct owner, which already holds just over 26 per cent of Hugo Boss, made an offer late on Wednesday worth around €1.98bn, or £1.73bn, to take full control of the business.
Frasers has offered €38 a share in cash, representing a 4.3 per cent premium to Hugo Boss’ closing share price on Wednesday.
Howev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hugo-boss-shares-surge-as-frasers-weighs-near-17bn-takeover-move/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hugo-boss-shares-surge-as-frasers-weighs-near-17bn-takeover-move/ Cegid Retail One is a multilingual and modular platform designed to help specialty retailers bring fragmented in-store systems into one connected environment.
The cloud-based management software provider said the new solution brings together Cegid’s core retail tools with everyday third-party applications, giving store teams a single interface for sales, sto]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cegid-unveils-single-experience-app-cegid-retail-one-at-prague-event/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cegid-unveils-single-experience-app-cegid-retail-one-at-prague-event/ Consumers remain highly price conscious, retailers are focused on protecting their own margins, and challenger brands are forcing established names to fight harder for space, loyalty and volume.
In the latest episode of the Unpacked Podcast, we sit down with Ben Lewis, chief revenue officer at Salitix, to explore how suppliers can protect their bottom line in a trading environment where every pound counts.
Lewis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/listen-how-fmcg-suppliers-can-recover-lost-profit-in-a-tougher-retail-market/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/listen-how-fmcg-suppliers-can-recover-lost-profit-in-a-tougher-retail-market/ The business in question is BERO, the premium alcohol-free beer company co-founded with actor Tom Holland. Born in London, brewed in America and now stocked by retailers including Morris]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-tom-hollands-bero-is-betting-on-a-new-generation-of-drinkers-and-britain-is-leading-the-way/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-tom-hollands-bero-is-betting-on-a-new-generation-of-drinkers-and-britain-is-leading-the-way/ By Northdoor CCO AJ Thompson
The last few months have highlighted the threat that the retail sector is facing from cybercriminals. It has been actively targeted with some of the largest brands being impacted. Marks and Spencer, Co-op, Harrods and most recently, Inditex, owner of Zara.
The ransomware attack on Inditex has seen nearly 200,000 Zara customers impacted with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/opinion-as-another-retail-giant-is-hacked-what-can-the-sector-do-to-better-protect-itself-from-cybercriminals/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/opinion-as-another-retail-giant-is-hacked-what-can-the-sector-do-to-better-protect-itself-from-cybercriminals/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/akeneo-announces-acquisition-of-pricinghub-to-extend-product-cloud-into-pricing-and-strengthen-ai-driven-commerce-capabilities/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:48:34 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/akeneo-announces-acquisition-of-pricinghub-to-extend-product-cloud-into-pricing-and-strengthen-ai-driven-commerce-capabilities/ Titled ‘Half Time Deliveries’, the marketing drive was devised by creative agency Mischief and produced by Black Shark.
As part of the campaign, Ocado’s consumers will get the chance to receive a free football inspired food and drink bundle, which will be available during the 15 minute half time window of England’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-launches-new-campaign-fronted-by-harry-redknapp/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-launches-new-campaign-fronted-by-harry-redknapp/ The company’s joint administrators Alistair McAlinden and Geoff Jacobs from Interpath Advisory are continuing to wind down the retailer’s store estate this month, Drapers understands. Branches throughout the UK have reported final clearance sales and imminent closures.
A series of shop closures have occurred in recent weeks, with the business’s Aberdeen, Inverness, Wa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/quiz-clothing-shutters-more-stores/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/quiz-clothing-shutters-more-stores/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/beijing-online-shopping-warning-hits-shares-in-chinese-tech-groups/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/beijing-online-shopping-warning-hits-shares-in-chinese-tech-groups/ The store, which is based at the ElectroPutere Mall in Craiova, opened its doors on 9 June.
The move comes as Primark this week celebrates three years since launching its first Romanian site in ParkLake Shopping Centre, Bucharest.
Sharing the news on its LinkedIn page, the discount retailer said that the launch followed an investment of more than €10 million (£8 million) and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-launches-fifth-store-in-romania/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-launches-fifth-store-in-romania/ Adam Plom, VP of content at Shoptalk Europe said, “European retail is in a state of perpetual disruption, and it can be difficult to separate signals from the noise.
&ldqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ai-agents-weight-loss-drugs-and-the-recommerce-boom-shoptalks-predictions-for-the-next-decade-of-european-retail/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ai-agents-weight-loss-drugs-and-the-recommerce-boom-shoptalks-predictions-for-the-next-decade-of-european-retail/ To mark the start of the new partnership, Capital Breakfast listeners will be able to win a trip to Ibiza. Included in the prize are return flights for two people, a yoga and wellbeing retreat experience, accommodation in a luxury hotel, food and drink as well as spending money.
Holland & Barrett&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/holland-amp-barrett-named-as-capital-breakfastrsquos-new-sponsor/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/holland-amp-barrett-named-as-capital-breakfastrsquos-new-sponsor/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-names-new-chief-financial-officer/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-names-new-chief-financial-officer/ The platform, which launched in the UK earlier this year, said the promotional event will run from 15 to 30 June, with discounts across tech, home, beauty, grocery and other categories.
The campaign will reportedly include deals from brands including Apple, De’Longhi, Emma, LEGO, Lenovo, L’O]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/joybuy-launches-uk-summer-black-friday-as-jdcom-challenger-steps-up-push-into-europe/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/joybuy-launches-uk-summer-black-friday-as-jdcom-challenger-steps-up-push-into-europe/ “People th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dynamic-pricing-isnt-the-problem-says-former-asda-chief/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dynamic-pricing-isnt-the-problem-says-former-asda-chief/ The not-for-profit body has confirmed £60m in grant funding to help eligible independent retailers install reverse vending machines (RVMs) and outlined exemption criteria for smaller and constrained retail sites.
Under the updated framework, retailers in urban areas with a sales footprint]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/small-retailers-to-be-exempt-from-drs-return-point-rules/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/small-retailers-to-be-exempt-from-drs-return-point-rules/ During her time with the online fashion retailer, she has chaired the remuneration committee and served as a member of the audit committee.
ASOS said it had started the process of fin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-board-director-christine-cross-to-step-down/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-board-director-christine-cross-to-step-down/ The annual list, unveiled on the opening day of the CIPD’s Festival of Work at Excel London, celebrates 30 senior HR and people professionals judged to have made a significant and measurable difference over the past year.
Among this year’s retail names are Matalan chief peo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-starbucks-and-ringtons-hr-chiefs-named-among-uks-top-people-leaders/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/matalan-starbucks-and-ringtons-hr-chiefs-named-among-uks-top-people-leaders/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/joybuy-to-shake-up-shopping-calendar-with-summer-black-friday-promotion/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:18:34 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/joybuy-to-shake-up-shopping-calendar-with-summer-black-friday-promotion/ The discounter has released the “Aldi Fragrance Advert”, a short film inspired by the moody, high-drama style of luxury perfume campaigns, but set in a much more recognisable Aldi store environment.
The advert features easily distracted store worker Dave and has been created to support the launch of three new limited-edition Lacu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-pokes-fun-at-luxury-fragrance-ads-as-it-launches-599-mens-scent-range/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-pokes-fun-at-luxury-fragrance-ads-as-it-launches-599-mens-scent-range/ It partnered with cleaning technology firm ICE on what the pair claim is the first deployment of its scale in the UK convenience sector.
The machines are designed to work alongside Tesco colleagues rather than replace them, taking on routine floor cleaning so store teams can spend more time serving customers and managing day-to-day shop operations.
ICE said the robots]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-sends-robot-cleaners-into-600-express-stores/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-sends-robot-cleaners-into-600-express-stores/ Blundy’s investment firm BBRC International, which owns around 13 per cent of the US-listed retailer, is calling for shareholders to vote against the re-election of long-serving chair Donna James at Victoria’s Secret’s annual meeting on Thursday.
The campaign is the latest esc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/victorias-secret-faces-shareholder-showdown-as-brett-blundy-pushes-to-oust-chair/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/victorias-secret-faces-shareholder-showdown-as-brett-blundy-pushes-to-oust-chair/ Shares in the travel retailer plunged by almost 20 per cent at one stage on Wednesday, hitting their lowest level in nearly 16 years, after the group warned that passenger numbers and customer spend remained under pressure.
WH Smith, which now focuses on travel locations following the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wh-smith-shares-nosedive-as-travel-chaos-triggers-second-profit-warning/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wh-smith-shares-nosedive-as-travel-chaos-triggers-second-profit-warning/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-drops-prices-of-65-everyday-food-products/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-drops-prices-of-65-everyday-food-products/ The Sports Direct owner, which is already Hugo Boss’s biggest shareholder with a 26.06 per cent stake, has offered €38 per share in cash for the remaining shares in the business.
The offer represents a 4.3 per cent premium to Hugo Boss’s closing share price of €36.44 on Wednesday and values the remaining 73.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-launches-near-17bn-takeover-bid-for-hugo-boss/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-launches-near-17bn-takeover-bid-for-hugo-boss/ Slinger joins from Ingka Group, the largest IKEA franchisee, where she served as deputy CFO. Ingka operates across 32 countries, giving Slinger experience in another major international retail and consumer business.
Before joining Ingka, she spent more than two decades at Shell in senior finance roles spanning financial reporting, corp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-hires-ikea-deputy-cfo-lucy-slinger-ahead-of-standalone-move/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-hires-ikea-deputy-cfo-lucy-slinger-ahead-of-standalone-move/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ebook-the-delivery-growth-engine/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:07:32 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ebook-the-delivery-growth-engine/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-non-exec-director-to-step-down/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:07:32 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-non-exec-director-to-step-down/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/can-marks-and-spencer-really-be-a-go-to-fashion-destination/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/can-marks-and-spencer-really-be-a-go-to-fashion-destination/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/blue-diamond-partners-with-diddly-squat-farm-on-exclusive-retail-range/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/blue-diamond-partners-with-diddly-squat-farm-on-exclusive-retail-range/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mike-ashleys-frasers-offers-to-buy-hugo-boss-in-27bn-deal/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mike-ashleys-frasers-offers-to-buy-hugo-boss-in-27bn-deal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-unveils-bigger-new-tottenham-court-road-store/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-unveils-bigger-new-tottenham-court-road-store/ The collaboration aims to inspire shoppers by giving them more confidence to explore “new and exciting wines” over the summer.
As part of the partnership, The Wine Wally will offer Co-op shoppers top tips and recommendations tailored to key summer moments through point of sale and store radio content as well via website content and social channels.
Co-op me]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-names-popular-content-creator-first-ever-wine-ambassador/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/co-op-names-popular-content-creator-first-ever-wine-ambassador/ Wex Photo Video partnered with independent creative agency Mynt to refresh its brand narrative, rebuild its messaging framework and create an overarching creative platform.
Its new platform is designed around human connection, service and expertise and aims to resonate with its professional consumer base and emerging creato]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wex-photo-video-unveils-new-rebrand/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wex-photo-video-unveils-new-rebrand/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/side-hustle-to-skillset-can-retails-d2c-help-solve-the-youth-unemployment-challenge/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:31:28 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/side-hustle-to-skillset-can-retails-d2c-help-solve-the-youth-unemployment-challenge/ Titled ‘Partners in Smooth’ the marketing drive introduces Wilkinson Sword’s Blade Master as Atlassian Williams F1 Team’s “first-ever” Director of Smooth.
The ‘Blade Master’ teams up with Atlassian Williams’ team principal James Vowles to support the teams drivers Carlos Sainz, Alex Albon and Luke Browning become race ready.
It fe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wilkinson-swords-jonathan-norman-on-tapping-into-f1-cultural-phenomenon/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wilkinson-swords-jonathan-norman-on-tapping-into-f1-cultural-phenomenon/ The off-price retail group said the move reflected the growing scale and recognition of Secret Sales, which has become its flagship brand across Europe.
The business, which operates in seven European markets, said its total available inventory had risen 124 per cent year on year and now exceeded £7 billion in retail value.
Its recent acquisitions also con]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/secret-sales-reveals-rebrand-eyes-off-price-dominance-as-inventory-tops-7bn/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/secret-sales-reveals-rebrand-eyes-off-price-dominance-as-inventory-tops-7bn/ Amazon described the Northampton site as one of its most advanced logistics operations in the UK, with tens of millions of items stored across three floors of robotics.
The planned 900,000 sq ft Kettering fulfilment centre is exp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-opens-northampton-fulfilment-centre-as-1bn-county-investment-ramps-up/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-opens-northampton-fulfilment-centre-as-1bn-county-investment-ramps-up/ The 4,000 sq ft store, which is located in Cyfarthfa shopping park, will expand the shoe retailer’s UK footprint and continue its investment in physical retail.
The new store, which brings the footwear giant to Merthyr Tydfil for the first time, will see 25 new jobs created in this retail location. 
The Merthyr Tydfil store will showcase a selection of on-trend footwear, apparel and accessories, reflecting Fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-launches-new-store-in-merthyr-tydfil-wales/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-launches-new-store-in-merthyr-tydfil-wales/ The company, which is owned by Chinese retail giant JD.com, launched in the UK in March with more than 100,000 products across categories including technology, home appliances, beauty, homeware and groceries.
Joybuy currently sells own-brand and directly sourced products, but is now preparing to introduce a curated marketplace featuri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/joybuy-to-transform-new-uk-marketplace-just-months-after-launch/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/joybuy-to-transform-new-uk-marketplace-just-months-after-launch/ The Australian pharmaceutical wholesaler and retailer said it “continuously reviews opportunities” that could create shareholder value, but stressed there was no certainty that any deal would go ahead.
The confirmation followed a Financial Times report that Sigma was among potential bidders for Boots in a sale process that could value the British health and beauty retailer at about $1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sigma-healthcare-confirms-early-stage-talks-to-snap-up-boots/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sigma-healthcare-confirms-early-stage-talks-to-snap-up-boots/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-shares-tumble-19-as-retailer-announces-capital-raise/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-shares-tumble-19-as-retailer-announces-capital-raise/ The initiative will start with high-footfall locations including WHSmith’s recently opened flagship stores at Heathrow Airport.
The rollout supports WHSmith’s flagship stores across Heathrow Terminals 3, 4 and 5 as part of a broader deployment across the its travel retail network. 
It is designed to s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-partners-with-solum-to-roll-out-esls/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-partners-with-solum-to-roll-out-esls/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-issues-profit-warning-and-announces-capital-raise/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-issues-profit-warning-and-announces-capital-raise/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-opens-new-northampton-fulfilment-centre-as-part-of-1bn-investment/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-opens-new-northampton-fulfilment-centre-as-part-of-1bn-investment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-shares-tumble-17-as-retailer-announces-capital-raise/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-shares-tumble-17-as-retailer-announces-capital-raise/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-shares-tumble-16-as-retailer-announces-capital-raise-and-slashes-profit-forecast/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-shares-tumble-16-as-retailer-announces-capital-raise-and-slashes-profit-forecast/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lifestyle-retail-group-rebrands-as-secretsales-group/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:01:32 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lifestyle-retail-group-rebrands-as-secretsales-group/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-invests-500m-in-british-berry-industry/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-invests-500m-in-british-berry-industry/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brits-spend-370-million-hours-a-month-on-parcel-admin/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brits-spend-370-million-hours-a-month-on-parcel-admin/ The company, which operates 281 stores worldwide, has rolled out Thrive’s branded mobile app across its stores, studios and distribution centres in the UK, US, Europe and Asia.
The platform will be used by more than 2,300 AllSaints Group employees, including staff at its US luxury menswear brand John Varvatos.
Thrive’s app gives frontline teams in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/allsaints-rolls-out-ai-app-connecting-2300-staff-globally/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/allsaints-rolls-out-ai-app-connecting-2300-staff-globally/ The British Retail Consortium has drafted a letter to Downing Street calling for a joint retail and government taskforce to address the youth jobs crisis, according to Sky News.
The letter is expected to be backed by bosses from major retailers including Marks & Spencer, S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-chiefs-warn-starmer-the-ladder-of-opportunity-is-wobbling-for-young-people/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-chiefs-warn-starmer-the-ladder-of-opportunity-is-wobbling-for-young-people/ The partnership will allow customers to order The Body Shop products through the Uber Eats app for delivery in minutes, adding another major high street name to the platform’s growing retail offer.
Uber Grocery and Retail UK general manager Katie Hunter said the launch would bring the beauty retailer’s products “straight to your doorstep in minutes”, a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-body-shop-launches-on-uber-eats-across-uk/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-body-shop-launches-on-uber-eats-across-uk/ The new site provides around 45,000 pallet spaces and will help the retailer improve stock management, distribution efficiency and customer service as demand continues to rise.
OHS said the move would remove historic capacity constraints caused by operating across multiple sites, allowing the business to ship six million or]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/online-home-shop-opens-huge-manchester-fulfilment-centre-to-support-growth/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/online-home-shop-opens-huge-manchester-fulfilment-centre-to-support-growth/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-in-talks-over-10bn-sale-as-owners-look-to-ditch-ipo-plan/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-in-talks-over-10bn-sale-as-owners-look-to-ditch-ipo-plan/ Devised in collaboration with M+C Saatchi Group UK, the campaign builds on the its ‘No Stopping You’ brand platform. The campaign is designed to “position the retailer’s convenience services through the language of sports advertising”.
Titled ‘Screwfix Convenience’, the marketing drive aims to increa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/screwfix-unveils-next-instalment-of-brand-platform-starring-mo-farah/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/screwfix-unveils-next-instalment-of-brand-platform-starring-mo-farah/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pret-beats-headwinds-with-8-uk-sales-jump/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:39:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pret-beats-headwinds-with-8-uk-sales-jump/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/desert-island-stores-chris-brook-carter-ceo-of-retail-trust/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:39:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/desert-island-stores-chris-brook-carter-ceo-of-retail-trust/ The strategy included the introduction of a new health target to improve the average health score of its sales year-on-year. It measured this using the Government’s Nutrient Profiling Model (NPM).
Senior director for technical, quality and sustainable sourcing at Asda Darina Hall said: “We’re proud of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-nesta-partnership-supports-development-of-health-strategy/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-nesta-partnership-supports-development-of-health-strategy/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/warm-weather-boosts-retail-sales-in-may/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/warm-weather-boosts-retail-sales-in-may/ The investment group is among a number of parties considering making bids for Metrocentre, according to Sky News.
Real estate firm Landsec has also “expressed an interest” in snapping up the shopping centre, which is the UK’s biggest regional shopping centre outside of London. .Related Story 5 retailers boosting their investment in travel retail08/06/2026 x 11:0]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-considers-500m-offer-for-metrocentre/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-considers-500m-offer-for-metrocentre/ For the first four months of 2026, the food-to-go giant’s sales rose 7% globally and 8% in the UK, following its 2025 full-year system sales and operating profit hitting £1.2bn and £37m, respectively.
Pret cited part of this growth to its expanding store estate, which has grown to over 750 shops across 21 countries, a 5% increase year-on-year.
In the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pret-sales-rise-as-ceo-cites-encouraging-start-to-year/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pret-sales-rise-as-ceo-cites-encouraging-start-to-year/ The move is set to bring the cosmetic retailer’s vision of a “connected, immersive and AI-first store estate to life,” according to the business.   
It comes after Bodycare was bought out of administration by the former boss of The Body Shop in October.
The brand is now aiming to open 2]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bodycare-teams-up-with-pmc-to-power-ai-first-stores/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bodycare-teams-up-with-pmc-to-power-ai-first-stores/ Titled ‘Meanwhile on eBay Live‘, the marketing drive aims to position eBay Live as the “antidote to passive scrolling”. It highlights “the real connections and trusted individuals behind the inventory that can’t be found anywhere else.”
Devised in collaboration with creative agency JOAN, the campaign features dedicated assets across fashion, collectables and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ebay-launches-global-campaign-for-online-marketplace/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ebay-launches-global-campaign-for-online-marketplace/ The discounter said the investment represents the value of sourcing contracts that will be agreed with British berry growers over the next five years.
Lidl said the new agreements are intended to provide greater certainty for suppliers as they face rising production costs and increasingly unpredictable weather conditions.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-invests-500m-in-british-berry-growers/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-invests-500m-in-british-berry-growers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-new-rules-of-consumer-attention-what-retailers-need-to-understand-now/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-new-rules-of-consumer-attention-what-retailers-need-to-understand-now/ We are already witnessing a fundamental shift in search architecture: Google is increasingly placing AI Overviews at the very top of the results page. This AI block pushes traditiona]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-hidden-to-recommended-how-to-make-ai-choose-your-store/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-hidden-to-recommended-how-to-make-ai-choose-your-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/health-amp-beauty-retailer-bodycare-selects-pmc-for-greenfield-digital-transformation-as-it-prepares-for-its-high-street-comeback/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:38:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/health-amp-beauty-retailer-bodycare-selects-pmc-for-greenfield-digital-transformation-as-it-prepares-for-its-high-street-comeback/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cost-conscious-shoppers-wont-compromise-on-convenience/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:38:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cost-conscious-shoppers-wont-compromise-on-convenience/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-plotting-opening-of-first-permanent-store/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:38:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-plotting-opening-of-first-permanent-store/ The move gives Irish shoppers access to the fashion brand’s full collections through Topshop.com and takes its dedicated ecommerce platform to 24 EU nations.
More than 50,000 Irish customers bought Topshop through Asos last year, making Ireland one of the brand’s most engaged markets outside the UK.
Asos said shoppers in the country bought from the brand more frequentl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topshop-launches-standalone-website-in-ireland/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topshop-launches-standalone-website-in-ireland/ Total retail sales rose 3.7 per cent year on year in May, according to the British Retail Consortium, marking the strongest increase since April 2025.
The rise followed a three per cent fall in April, with food sales up 3.9 per cent and non-food sales climbing 3.5 per cent.
BRC chief executive Helen Dickinson said: “May’s heatwave drove a surge in outd]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-sales-rebound-as-warm-weather-lifts-may-spending/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-sales-rebound-as-warm-weather-lifts-may-spending/ The ecommerce giant is reportedly currently in the process of looking for a 4000 sq ft to 8000 sq ft unit in a high-footfall location.
Oxford Street, Regent Street, Long Acre and King’s Road were among the retail destinations understood to be under consideration.
The move would mark Asos’ first permanent physical store, although the retailer has tested in-p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-plots-first-permanent-store-in-london/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-plots-first-permanent-store-in-london/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wyse-london-hires-cathy-newnes-smith-as-ceo/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:10:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wyse-london-hires-cathy-newnes-smith-as-ceo/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/berghaus-to-open-first-standalone-store-in-north-west/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:10:36 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/berghaus-to-open-first-standalone-store-in-north-west/ The charity highlights that social media is outside the reach of the advertising rules, which stipulate companies can no longer buy ads online or on TV before 9pm for less healthy food and drink.
Bite Back analysed three months worth of Instagram and TikTok posts from the top 10 food chains popular with young people including KFC, Domino&rsquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bite-back-junk-food-chains-getting-around-advert-rules-by-using-social-media/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bite-back-junk-food-chains-getting-around-advert-rules-by-using-social-media/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-collaborates-with-bratz-on-activewear-collection/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:21:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-collaborates-with-bratz-on-activewear-collection/ The company is set to integrate selected luxury candle and home fragrance capabilities from long-standing supplier Contract Candles into its UK operations.
The move includes taking over the lease of one of Contract Candles’ facilities, bringing approximately 50 employees into the business over time and adding research, development and q]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/este-lauder-expands-uk-manufacturing-with-fragrance-investment/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/este-lauder-expands-uk-manufacturing-with-fragrance-investment/ The UK competition regulator confirmed today (8 June) that the merger notice submitted by eBay and Depop meets the requirements of the Enterprise Act 2002, allowing the review process to begin.
The CMA said the initial review period will begin on 9 June, with a deadline of 6 August 2026 to decide whether the transaction should be extended for a more detailed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cma-opens-merger-inquiry-into-ebay-takeover-of-depop/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cma-opens-merger-inquiry-into-ebay-takeover-of-depop/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-signs-new-franchise-agreement-for-the-philippines/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:30:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-signs-new-franchise-agreement-for-the-philippines/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-signs-new-franchise-partnership-in-the-philippines/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:13:34 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-signs-new-franchise-partnership-in-the-philippines/ The new site will combine a luxury retail store with a dedicated Velvetiser Café, allowing guests to “explore cacao in all its forms”.
The Velvetiser Café will serve bakes and cakes inspired by the retailer’s most-loved chocolates, which are designed to pair perfectly with the drinks menu. 
Visitors can choose from 19 core hot drinking chocolate flavours, limited-editio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hotel-chocolat-to-open-new-space-at-white-rose-shopping-centre/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hotel-chocolat-to-open-new-space-at-white-rose-shopping-centre/ The plan has been widely criticised by governments, warning it could undermine the prospects of a contiguous Palestinian territory and a two-state solution.
The UK Foreign Office and several Western governments are expected to announce measures aimed at deterring corporate involvement in the E1 settlement project, accord]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-axes-skincare-brand-as-uk-readies-west-bank-settlement-sanctions/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-axes-skincare-brand-as-uk-readies-west-bank-settlement-sanctions/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-future-of-retail-operations-2026-balancing-technology-with-people/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:19:24 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-future-of-retail-operations-2026-balancing-technology-with-people/ The brand has reportedly transformed selected areas of Bawe Island into a branded destination experience running from May to August 2026.
The activation builds on Guess’ established beach club partnerships in destinations including Ibiza, Mykonos, Taormina, Forte dei Marmi, Turkey and Dubai.
Bawe Island, part of The Cocoon Collection, spans more than 30 hectares and is home to 70 private vil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/guess-launches-ambitious-private-island-takeover-in-zanzibar/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/guess-launches-ambitious-private-island-takeover-in-zanzibar/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-offers-1000-training-places-for-young-people/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:40:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-offers-1000-training-places-for-young-people/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-catalogue-to-conversion-feedonomics-data-enrichment/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:40:27 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-catalogue-to-conversion-feedonomics-data-enrichment/ The deal will see M&S work with Universal Fashion Philippines Inc, a subsidiary of PT Mitra Adiperkasa Tbk, known as MAP, to relaunch its fashion, home, beauty and food offer in the market later this year.
The first store under the new partnership is set to open in Glorietta in Manila.
M&S ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-amp-spencer-signs-new-philippines-franchise-deal/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-amp-spencer-signs-new-philippines-franchise-deal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-ireland-lsquofarm-to-foodhallrsquo-ad-given-59-star-rating-by-system-1/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-ireland-lsquofarm-to-foodhallrsquo-ad-given-59-star-rating-by-system-1/ The makeup retailer’s new stores, which will be based across Scotland and Central London, debuts its small format boutiques approach. They form part of its broader retail strategy, which aims to bring its ‘temples of beauty’ to all corners of the UK.
Sephora’s St James Quarter Edinburgh store will open on 09 July, comprising 4,961 sq ft of retai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sephora-announces-sephora-summer-and-reveals-opening-dates-for-four-new-stores/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sephora-announces-sephora-summer-and-reveals-opening-dates-for-four-new-stores/ The scheme is designed to find new independent brands for the luxury retailer’s Piccadilly flagship store, with entries assessed on originality, sustainability and alignment with Fortnum & Mason’s values.
It is understood that this year’s brief also included products]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fortnum-amp-mason-names-15-winners-of-emerging-food-and-drink-search/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fortnum-amp-mason-names-15-winners-of-emerging-food-and-drink-search/ To celebrate the launch of the new line, the collaboration hosted a fully immersive experience in Miami.
The experience aimed to give visitors a “bratified” gym experience. It included an outdoor gym with female-only staff.
Designed with women in mind, it featured purple turf and workout zones titled ‘Bestie Zone’, and ‘Heavyweight D]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-unveils-new-bratz-collab-encouraging-girls-to-own-their-individuality/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/gymshark-unveils-new-bratz-collab-encouraging-girls-to-own-their-individuality/ The logistics firm’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026, based on responses from 29,000 consumers and 5,800 businesses across 29 countries, found that 29% of shoppers would be happy for AI to make shopping decisions or purchases for them. The figure rises to 33% among Gen Z shoppers and 36% among millennial]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/data-nearly-a-third-of-shoppers-would-let-ai-make-purchases-within-five-years-says-dhl/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/data-nearly-a-third-of-shoppers-would-let-ai-make-purchases-within-five-years-says-dhl/ It was shot in Marseille region of France shows offline moments such as swimming in the sea and meals at sunset.
The lifestyle collection was inspired by “movement and connection” and features swimwear, running wear, oversized tees, beach textiles and tableware. It combines “sun-washed tones with deeper shades”.
The collection is available from Ju]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hampm-unveils-new-campaign-for-solar-club-collaboration/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hampm-unveils-new-campaign-for-solar-club-collaboration/ The business launched its first beauty-only concept store in 2023 at London’s Battersea Power Station, as it continued to invest in its beauty halls and advisors across its UK portfolio.
Now, the cosmetics brand has branched out to open its first beauty concept store outside of the capital in Bristol’s Cabot Circus Shopping Centre.
The new concept st]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/inside-boots-beauty-only-concept-store-in-bristol/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/inside-boots-beauty-only-concept-store-in-bristol/ The business insists that the new space offers an “enhanced shopping experience” that is designed to “better serve” its “local community and growing fanbase”.
The new site features a “more spacious and playful environment” according to the brand, which enables shoppers to explore Miniso’s “ever-evolving]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/miniso-coo-on-its-bigger-and-better-brent-cross-store/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/miniso-coo-on-its-bigger-and-better-brent-cross-store/ Following the move, the brand saw pre-tax profit and non-underlying items drop to £108m for the year ended 31 August 2025, from £114m the year before, as it faced a “difficult” end to the year.
Regardless, WHSmith’s former interim group CEO Andrew Harrison described travel retail as &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/5-retailers-boosting-their-investment-in-travel-retail/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/5-retailers-boosting-their-investment-in-travel-retail/ Speaking in Brussels, European Trade Commissioner Marcos Sefcovic said the proposal forms part of a wider review of the EU’s trade defence framework, expected later this year.
The plans are aimed at strengthening supply chain resilience and reducing exposure to d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eu-weighs-new-rules-to-curb-reliance-on-chinese-suppliers/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eu-weighs-new-rules-to-curb-reliance-on-chinese-suppliers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-signs-beauty-licensing-deal-with-revolution-beauty/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-signs-beauty-licensing-deal-with-revolution-beauty/ The collaboration merges the reach of the Debenham’s Group brand lifestyle and fashion brand portfolio with Revolution Beauty’s ability to manufacture, develop and distribute beauty products.
Its first collections will include fragrance and gifting ranges for Karen Millan, PrettyLittleThing and boohooMan.
The ranges will be expe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-unveils-new-licensing-partnership/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-unveils-new-licensing-partnership/ The South Africa-based retail group said it would “accelerate right-sizing” of Phase Eight’s footprint and costs over the next 12 months.
It did not disclose how many stores could be affected or which locations were under review.
TFG said Phase Eight’s performance had been “heavily impacted over several years” by the decline of d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/phase-eight-owner-eyes-store-closures-as-part-of-restructure/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/phase-eight-owner-eyes-store-closures-as-part-of-restructure/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/greggs-appoints-ikdeep-singh-as-non-executive-director/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:43:33 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/greggs-appoints-ikdeep-singh-as-non-executive-director/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brc-warns-government-not-to-regulate-flexible-jobs-out-of-existence/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:43:33 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brc-warns-government-not-to-regulate-flexible-jobs-out-of-existence/ Speaking to The Times, Jegen said B&M had failed to get key parts of its proposition right, with weak pricing, underwhelming promotions and an overly complicated product range.
“Our pricing wasn’t great, promotions weren’t sharp enough and our range was too overwhelming for customers,” he]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-boss-admits-pricing-and-range-mistakes-as-discount-sector-slows/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-boss-admits-pricing-and-range-mistakes-as-discount-sector-slows/ Scam-checking service Ask Silver said it had identified fake websites impersonating Russell & Bromley and Dunelm being surfaced as sources when users asked ChatGPT for shopping recommendations.
In one example, Ask Silver asked the AI tool for popular Russell & Bromley purses and bags. The response included]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/scam-warning-as-fake-retailer-websites-appearing-in-chatgpt-search-results/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/scam-warning-as-fake-retailer-websites-appearing-in-chatgpt-search-results/ The agreement will see 22 Mango-operated stores open inside selected Coin locations between September 2026 and the end of 2027.
The new shop-in-shops will range from 400 to 1,000 sq m and will offer Mango’s womenswear, menswear and kidswear collections. They will also feature the retailer’s Mediterran]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mango-ramps-up-italy-expansion-with-22-coin-department-store-openings/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mango-ramps-up-italy-expansion-with-22-coin-department-store-openings/ It said the studios will sit at the centre of its social commerce strategy, giving creators and presenters a more agile space built around live selling and short-form digital content.
The launch follows a period of digital growth for QVC UK, which went live on TikTok Shop in March 2025. Since then, the business has deliver]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qvc-uk-opens-new-tiktok-live-studios-in-social-commerce-push/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qvc-uk-opens-new-tiktok-live-studios-in-social-commerce-push/ The US giant, which is the country’s largest private sector employer, used its annual Associates Week gathering in Arkansas to set out how AI is being used across areas including product design, logistics, store operations and customer service.
The company also announced that any US member of staff can now be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmart-tries-to-persuade-staff-ai-will-improve-jobs-not-replace-them/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmart-tries-to-persuade-staff-ai-will-improve-jobs-not-replace-them/ The Sports Direct owner, founded by Mike Ashley, has made Deloitte, EY, KPMG and PwC aware that it wants them to tender for its audit contract, according to reports.
One person familiar with the discussions said some of the Big Four firms were already &ldquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-courts-big-four-auditors-as-governance-turnaround-faces-fresh-test/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/frasers-group-courts-big-four-auditors-as-governance-turnaround-faces-fresh-test/ The six-month scheme will offer paid training in M&S stores, with successful participants then able to progress onto further training designed to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-to-create-youth-employment-scheme-with-1000-places/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-to-create-youth-employment-scheme-with-1000-places/ In the UK a trademark can protect “brand identifiers” such as logos, names and slogans, giving the trademark holder exclusive rights to use them for their products or services as they are not automatically protected.
They are used by retailers, brands and even huge celebrities such as Taylor Swift and Katy Perry are known for filing trademark applications.
Back in April, Swift filled an application to trademark]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/disney-vs-labubu-when-is-a-similarity-just-a-similarity/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/disney-vs-labubu-when-is-a-similarity-just-a-similarity/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qvc-opens-social-commerce-studios-at-london-hq/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qvc-opens-social-commerce-studios-at-london-hq/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mango-accelerates-expansion-in-italy-through-strategic-partnership-with-coin/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:42:32 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mango-accelerates-expansion-in-italy-through-strategic-partnership-with-coin/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/are-people-really-making-500k-a-month-on-shopmy/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/are-people-really-making-500k-a-month-on-shopmy/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/plan-to-tighten-healthy-food-rules-provokes-backlash-from-uk-industry/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/plan-to-tighten-healthy-food-rules-provokes-backlash-from-uk-industry/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmart-tells-workers-that-ai-will-improve-their-jobs-not-steal-them/Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmart-tells-workers-that-ai-will-improve-their-jobs-not-steal-them/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mike-ashleys-frasers-seeks-big-four-auditor-after-push-to-improve-governance/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mike-ashleys-frasers-seeks-big-four-auditor-after-push-to-improve-governance/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/conversation-with-david-begg-founder-of-the-real-co/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:50:33 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/conversation-with-david-begg-founder-of-the-real-co/ Titled ‘Rip the Script’, the campaign was devised by creative agency Wieden+Kennedy and Somesuch’s Dan Streit.
It opens on a film set and showcases the chaos of a Hollywood-style movie studio. Audiences can keep their eyes peeled for multiple celebrity cameos including Lisa, Eric Catona, Cristian Ronaldo, Kim Kardashian, Channing Tatum, Didier Drogba, Travis Scott and LeBron James. Related Story Gap team]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nike-unveils-star-studded-world-cup-campaign/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nike-unveils-star-studded-world-cup-campaign/ The supermarket is moving George’s online operations from three sites in Northamptonshire, Staffordshire and Tyne and Wear to a single Derby warehouse operated by DHL.
Around 1250 Asda employees are expected to transfer to DHL under TUPE regulations as part of the changes. However, ITV News reported that DHL told the GMB union only 250 roles would be needed at the new war]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-warehouse-automation-drive-puts-up-to-1000-jobs-at-risk/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-warehouse-automation-drive-puts-up-to-1000-jobs-at-risk/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/howdens-to-acquire-diy-kitchens-owner-in-390m-deal/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/howdens-to-acquire-diy-kitchens-owner-in-390m-deal/ It said menswear remains a major growth area for the business, with year-on-year sales uplifts running ahead of the wider market as shoppers seek more affordable and versatile fashion.
George is responding with a sharper focus on style-led collections at competitive prices, with its latest Studio Edit menswear range designed around modern wardrobe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/george-at-asda-ramps-up-menswear-push-as-supermarket-fashion-gains-ground/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/george-at-asda-ramps-up-menswear-push-as-supermarket-fashion-gains-ground/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-invests-250m-in-cutting-prices-on-over-1000-products/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lidl-invests-250m-in-cutting-prices-on-over-1000-products/ Dee Bee Wholesale is a long-established, family-owned independent wholesaler serving more than 1,400 retail and on-trade customers across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
Founded in 1961, the business has been operating for more than 65 years and reported annual sales of around £57m in its last financial year.
It employs 87 colleagues across two depots in Hull]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bestway-strengthens-wholesale-network-with-dee-bee-acquisition/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bestway-strengthens-wholesale-network-with-dee-bee-acquisition/ The grocer said colleagues will take part in Pride events across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland throughout 2026.
Tesco will also donate £100,000 to four LGBTQ+ charity partners, with £25,000 each going to Not A Phase, Proud To Be Parents, Rainbow Mind and Just Like Us.
Since 2020, Tesco has donated more than £1m to charit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-to-donate-100000-to-lgbtq-charities-for-pride-2026/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-to-donate-100000-to-lgbtq-charities-for-pride-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-launches-exclusive-angela-hartnett-italian-range/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-launches-exclusive-angela-hartnett-italian-range/ The independent British brand has signed for a 4,000 sq ft space on the centre’s lower mall, next to Office.
The store will stock Oliver Bonas’ design-led range of women’s clothing, accessories, gifts, jewellery and homeware.
Lakeside, which is owned and operated by SGS UK Retail, said the signing would strengthen its premium and lifestyle offer,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/oliver-bonas-to-open-at-lakeside-shopping-centre/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/oliver-bonas-to-open-at-lakeside-shopping-centre/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/oliver-bonas-to-open-at-lakeside-in-latest-uk-expansion/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/oliver-bonas-to-open-at-lakeside-in-latest-uk-expansion/ The discounter said the works form part of its £300m programme to improve stores throughout 2026.
The Scottish stores set to be refreshed are Newhailes Road in Musselburgh, Basin View in Montrose, Greenpark Drive in Polmont and Cornhill Shopping Arcade in Aberdeen.
Changes will vary by location, but will include creating more space for customers to shop, as well as int]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-to-upgrade-four-scottish-stores-this-summer/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-to-upgrade-four-scottish-stores-this-summer/ Nuzzi, who first joined the food giant in 2003, brings more than 20 years of international food industry experience to the role.
He will lead the company’s largest market within its Europe, Australia and North Asia unit.
Most recently, Nuzzi served as platform and channel marketing director for General Mills’ North America Food Service division, where he led strategy, innovation and executi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/general-mills-names-erasmo-nuzzi-as-uk-and-ireland-managing-director/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/general-mills-names-erasmo-nuzzi-as-uk-and-ireland-managing-director/ The St Albans-based food manufacturer, which owns brands including Batchelors, Bisto, OXO and Mr Kipling, said its latest annual report showed a 14 per cent reduction in Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions during the year.
It also reported a 16 per cent increase in sales of products meeting high nutritional standards, as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/premier-foods-cuts-emissions-as-healthier-product-sales-climb/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/premier-foods-cuts-emissions-as-healthier-product-sales-climb/ The platform, which forms part of the easy family of brands, marks a major expansion for the business into everyday shopping and will be built around its long-standing focus on simplicity and value.
easyShop.com will be operated by ecommerce and marketplace technology company OnBuy.com and powered by its proprietary OnCommerce platform, wh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/easygroup-moves-into-online-retail-with-launch-of-easyshop-marketplace/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/easygroup-moves-into-online-retail-with-launch-of-easyshop-marketplace/ It unveiled the plans at its Delivering the Future event in London, where it said the investment would support the next phase of automation across its fulfilment centres.
A central part of the update is the latest version of Amazon’s autonomous Proteus robot, which can now operate wherever items n]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-pumps-10bn-into-european-robotics-push-as-peterborough-hub-creates-1400-jobs/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-pumps-10bn-into-european-robotics-push-as-peterborough-hub-creates-1400-jobs/ Footfall across Scotland rose 0.4 per cent year on year in the four weeks from 3 to 30 May, according to the latest SRC-Sensormatic data, rebounding from a 5.2 per cent fall in April.
The result made Scotland the best-performing UK nation or region for retail footfall during the month.
Shopping centres saw footfall rise 1.3 per cent year on year, while retail parks posted a 1.5 per cent upli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/scotland-leads-uk-footfall-as-sunshine-brings-shoppers-back-in-may/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/scotland-leads-uk-footfall-as-sunshine-brings-shoppers-back-in-may/ The natural and organic grocer has become the official sponsor of the 2026 Small Producer Award, with the partnership designed to give emerging UK brands greater visibility, commercial support and access to buyers.
Now in its 48th year, the Quality Food & Drink Awards has refreshed its identity for 2026 and continues to recognise produc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whole-foods-market-uk-backs-quality-food-amp-drink-awards-to-support-small-producers/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whole-foods-market-uk-backs-quality-food-amp-drink-awards-to-support-small-producers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/is-the-k-shaped-economy-real-cut-price-uk-retailers-should-hope-not/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/is-the-k-shaped-economy-real-cut-price-uk-retailers-should-hope-not/ The online giant said shoppers in parts of central and east London will be able to add fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, bread, eggs and frozen foods to same-day orders.
The service will allow customers to buy fresh groceries in the same basket as tinned and packaged food, as well as products across ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-expands-same-day-fresh-grocery-delivery-after-fresh-store-closures/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-expands-same-day-fresh-grocery-delivery-after-fresh-store-closures/ Total UK footfall fell 2.6 per cent year over year (YoY) from 3 to 30 May, BRC-Sensormatic data revealed. However, this was up from 10.7 per cent in April.
High street footfall decreased by 1.5 per cent YoY in May, up from -9.2 per cent the month prior.
Retail park footfall also declined by 0.5 per cent YoY over May, rising from -9.0 per cent in April.
Additionally, shopping centre footfall dro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-footfall-hit-by-record-sunshine-over-may/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-footfall-hit-by-record-sunshine-over-may/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/british-heart-foundation-plans-150-store-closures/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:12:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/british-heart-foundation-plans-150-store-closures/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-to-invest-10bn-in-europe-while-creating-25000-more-jobs/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-to-invest-10bn-in-europe-while-creating-25000-more-jobs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/charles-tyrwhitt-names-rebecca-howat-as-new-managing-director/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/charles-tyrwhitt-names-rebecca-howat-as-new-managing-director/ The charity said the decision follows an extensive review of its retail estate against a backdrop of rising operating costs and changing shopping habits, which have left some locations no longer financially viable.
Under the proposals, around 90 stores would]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/british-heart-foundation-plans-closure-of-150-shops-amid-rising-costs/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/british-heart-foundation-plans-closure-of-150-shops-amid-rising-costs/ According to Rithum’s retail director EMEA Mark Howell, the model is becoming an increasingly important part of modern retail strategy, allowing businesses to widen their assortment while saving on cash and warehouse capacity.
Retail Gazette caught up with Howell, who says the fundamental attraction of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-rithums-mark-howell-on-how-retailers-can-no-longer-rely-on-inventory-led-growth/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-rithums-mark-howell-on-how-retailers-can-no-longer-rely-on-inventory-led-growth/ However, Specsavers believes it has found a model that can scale. The optical retailer has expanded its recycling scheme to all UK stores, adding around 300 locations to an initiative first introduced in 2022.
Photo: Specsaver head of sustainability Helen Curran
The move means customers can now drop off unwanted glas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-specsavers-head-of-sustainability-helen-curran-on-its-plan-to-keep-old-glasses-out-of-landfill/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-specsavers-head-of-sustainability-helen-curran-on-its-plan-to-keep-old-glasses-out-of-landfill/ The convergence of AI and IoT presents the opportunity to significantly impact the dynamics of operational costs. For food retailers, energy is not a peripheral expense. It is foundational to how stores operate and serve communities. Lighting, HVAC systems, and refrigeration units are essential to trading safely and profitably. So, when energy prices increase, the impact is both immediate and impossible to ignore.
The energy price rises add growin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/opinion-protecting-food-retail-margins-tackling-rising-energy-costs-with-ai-and-iot/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/opinion-protecting-food-retail-margins-tackling-rising-energy-costs-with-ai-and-iot/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-rise-of-convenience-culture-in-beauty-wellness-and-healthcare-retail/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-rise-of-convenience-culture-in-beauty-wellness-and-healthcare-retail/ The brand said that the closures were a strategic decision as its wholesale operations and retail partnerships continued to go “from strength to strength”.
Seasalt launched its first US shop in September 2024 and had grown its footprint in the region to four sites by early 2026. However, the business confirmed that the four stores had shut by 17 May.
The company is now seeking to com]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/seasalt-axes-us-stores-to-focus-on-wholesale/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/seasalt-axes-us-stores-to-focus-on-wholesale/ According to the sportswear retailer the collaboration will combine Trapstar’s heritage with Footasylum’s  operational expertise, retail platform and marketing innovation.
The partnership will see the retailer roll out the streetwear brand’s products in selected stores and online. According to Footaslyum, the collabora]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-partners-with-streetwear-favourite-trapstar/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-partners-with-streetwear-favourite-trapstar/ Titled ‘Quality Around the Corner’, the marketing drive was directed by creative agency BBH London and directed by Tim Bullock through Rogue Films.
The spot spotlights a variety of products from around the world including Tesco Finest Mesquite, Beech & Oak Wood Smoked Salmon Beech & Oak Wood Smoked Salmon from the Shetland Islands; Tesco Finest Ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-spotlights-tesco-finest-collection-in-new-campaign/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-spotlights-tesco-finest-collection-in-new-campaign/ Speaking at the business group’s event at London’s QE2 Conference Centre, Mather said that despite ongoing economic uncertainty, “logistics keeps delivering for the UK”.
He described the sector’s workers as “the unsung heroes that will keep Br]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/minister-says-logistics-industry-is-being-heard-loud-and-clear-by-government/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/minister-says-logistics-industry-is-being-heard-loud-and-clear-by-government/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-secures-future-of-trapstar/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:20:34 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/footasylum-secures-future-of-trapstar/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/akeneo-survey-finds-consumers-are-using-ai-to-shop-smarter-ahead-of-prime-day/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/akeneo-survey-finds-consumers-are-using-ai-to-shop-smarter-ahead-of-prime-day/ The company will now give shoppers the option to claim up to 50 per cent of the original purchase price back in cash, depending on the condition of the tent when it is returned.
The scheme previously allowed customers to buy a Decathlon tent before a festival, use it across the weekend and return it to a participating store in exchange for the value back as a gift card.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/decathlon-offers-festivalgoers-cash-back-to-stop-tents-being-dumped-after-events/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/decathlon-offers-festivalgoers-cash-back-to-stop-tents-being-dumped-after-events/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/decathlon-expands-festival-pledge-with-tent-back-cash-back-offer/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/decathlon-expands-festival-pledge-with-tent-back-cash-back-offer/ The kitchen specialist has struck a deal to buy the Pontefract-based parent company of Ultima Furniture Systems, which trades as DIY Kitchens.
DIY Kitchens sells exclusively online and targets customers who want to self-manage the purchase, planning and ordering of their kitchen.
Howdens said the business has a “highly profitable and growing&rdquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/howdens-snaps-up-diy-kitchens-in-390m-online-expansion-push/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/howdens-snaps-up-diy-kitchens-in-390m-online-expansion-push/ Tonnesen, who currently leads Currys’ Nordics business, first joined the electricals retailer 20 years ago as a sales assistant.
He went on to become managing director for Norway, before taking on the role of chief operating officer for the Nordics and later chief executive of the division in 2023.
Currys said Tonnesen, whose division accounts for aro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-names-shop-floor-veteran-as-new-boss-as-baldock-exits-for-boots/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-names-shop-floor-veteran-as-new-boss-as-baldock-exits-for-boots/ Since then, we have been cited in trade press, referenced at industry conferences, and held up as an example of what specialist retail can do when it stops thinking of itself merely as a place to buy things and starts thinking of itself as a high-value media environment.
The recent HOKA campaign on March 7 delivered a 30 per cent increase in share of revenue, a 13.3 per cent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cotswold-outdoor-groups-ceo-on-what-building-a-retail-media-network-really-takes/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/cotswold-outdoor-groups-ceo-on-what-building-a-retail-media-network-really-takes/ The move follows a recent restructure at parent company Bectin, which saw former Charles Tyrwhitt chief executive Luke Kingsnorth become group chief executive of the business, which also owns The White Company.
Charles Tyrwhitt has renamed Kingsnorth’s previous chief executive title as managing director.
Howat has worked at the retailer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/charles-tyrwhitt-appoints-rebecca-howat-as-managing-director-in-leadership-shake-up/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/charles-tyrwhitt-appoints-rebecca-howat-as-managing-director-in-leadership-shake-up/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-group-hails-return-to-growth-as-turnaround-accelerates/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-group-hails-return-to-growth-as-turnaround-accelerates/ The supermarket said white eggs have a 12.7 per cent lower carbon footprint than brown alternatives, as the hens that lay them are typically smaller and eat less feed.
Sainsbury’s said this helps to “indirectly reduce demand on land and water used to grow feed crops, as well as the amount of manure produced”.
The retailer added]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-swaps-brown-eggs-for-white-in-net-zero-push/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-swaps-brown-eggs-for-white-in-net-zero-push/ Following consultation with industry stakeholders, manual return points will receive a handling fee of 3p per container returned.
For automated return points using reverse vending machines (RVMs), a tiered payment structure has been agreed. Operators will receive 5p per]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/drs-return-handling-fees-confirmed-ahead-of-2027-launch/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/drs-return-handling-fees-confirmed-ahead-of-2027-launch/ The transaction, which was first announced in December 2025, formally closed on 28 May through the transfer of ownership of newly established company Meridia S.r.l. from Campari Group to Disaronno Group.
As part of the deal, all 11 employees working across the production sites for Amar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/disaronno-expands-spirits-portfolio-with-campari-brands/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/disaronno-expands-spirits-portfolio-with-campari-brands/ Located on Gracechurch Street, the supermarket’s 10,200 sq ft store will stock fresh produce, ready-to-eat meals, baked goods, pantry staples, alcoholic drinks, juices, and grab-and-go options. 
Additionally, it will feature a self-serve coffee machine, seasonal produce, freshly baked pastries, cookies, organic bread, hot savoury items, soups, and rotisserie chickens. 
The store will sell a range of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whole-foods-market-opens-monument-store/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whole-foods-market-opens-monument-store/ Based in the main mall area of Westwood Cross, the updates include improved lighting and new furniture.
Ahead of Father’s Day on 21 June, the store will offer a new selection of cards and small gifts. 
Alongside a choice of cards, guests will also find novelty gifts such as whisky decanter sets, retro TV game sets and personalised pint glasses.
The card retailer’s st]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/clintons-reopens-westwood-cross-store-after-refurb/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/clintons-reopens-westwood-cross-store-after-refurb/ The body released a new report titled The State of AI in Advertising: Charting the Shift from Automation to Autonomy which looks at how generative and agentic AI are reshaping the sector.
It found that 58 per cent of its members are experimenting with AI within their organisations and a further 16 per cent reported that they are “scaling agentic systems” or u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/iab-ai-advertising-spend-to-hit-18bn-by-2030/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/iab-ai-advertising-spend-to-hit-18bn-by-2030/ The retail group, which is listed on AIM as Boohoo, reported a 0.5 per cent rise in gross merchandise value in the three months to 31 May, while gross margin expanded to 53.5 per cent from 52.1 per cent a year earlier.
Trading strengthened significantly in May, with gross merchandise value up around eight per cent year on year.
Debenhams and PrettyLittleThing were the g]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-shares-surge-as-turnaround-finally-returns-retailer-to-growth/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/debenhams-shares-surge-as-turnaround-finally-returns-retailer-to-growth/ France’s Directorate General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control, known as the DGCCRF, issued two penalties against the fast fashion giant following an investigation into several ecommerce platforms, many of which are based outside Europe.
The watchdog fined Shein €16.7m over order confirmation issues and a further &euro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shein-hit-with-fresh-22m-fine-over-returns-and-product-information-failures/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shein-hit-with-fresh-22m-fine-over-returns-and-product-information-failures/ The initiative, which is already in place in Grantham, gives participating businesses access to radios so they can share information quickly, warn each other about suspicious activity and coordinate with local partners.
The radios will be linked to the council’s CCTV control room, where c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-handed-247-cctv-link-in-retail-crime-crackdown/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-handed-247-cctv-link-in-retail-crime-crackdown/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/crew-clothing-to-open-at-meadowhall-in-shopping-centre-push/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/crew-clothing-to-open-at-meadowhall-in-shopping-centre-push/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/crew-clothing-opens-at-meadowhall-in-shopping-centre-push/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/crew-clothing-opens-at-meadowhall-in-shopping-centre-push/ Less than a year after opening its first London location, Smoov has been named the exclusive Wellbeing Beverage Partner of Healf, one of the UK’s fastest-growing wellbeing platforms.
Under the multi-year agreement, Smoov becomes Healf’s exclusive Wellbeing Beverage Partner across its experiential ecosystem, with the partnership extending across activations, ev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/smoov-named-exclusive-wellbeing-beverage-partner-of-healf/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/smoov-named-exclusive-wellbeing-beverage-partner-of-healf/ The judicial review was brought by the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers and the British Meat Processors Association, which challenged the basis on which the regulator calculates and recovers charges for food hygiene and safety contr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/high-court-quashes-fsa-slaughterhouse-charging-regime-as-unlawful/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/high-court-quashes-fsa-slaughterhouse-charging-regime-as-unlawful/ The judicial review was brought by the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers and the British Meat Processors Association, which challenged the basis on which the regulator calculates and recovers charges for food hygiene and safety contr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/high-court-calls-fsas-slaughterhouse-charging-regime-unlawful/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/high-court-calls-fsas-slaughterhouse-charging-regime-unlawful/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/baked-goods-continue-to-rise/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/baked-goods-continue-to-rise/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-posts-steep-drop-in-profits-in-lsquodifficultrsquo-year/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-posts-steep-drop-in-profits-in-lsquodifficultrsquo-year/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-som-sinha-ceo-sai/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-som-sinha-ceo-sai/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-profits-drop-47-in-tough-turnaround-year/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-profits-drop-47-in-tough-turnaround-year/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-names-fredrik-tnnesen-as-new-group-chief-executive/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-names-fredrik-tnnesen-as-new-group-chief-executive/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/home-bargains-eyes-rescue-of-historic-denby-pottery-brand/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/home-bargains-eyes-rescue-of-historic-denby-pottery-brand/ New data from global digital trust and fraud prevention platform Forter found that AI-generated damage claims are now the fastest-growing form of return abuse.
The company said increasingly flexible retail policies were being exploited by both consumers and organised fraud networks.
With generative AI tools now w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-face-surge-in-ai-generated-fake-damage-claims-and-refund-scams/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-face-surge-in-ai-generated-fake-damage-claims-and-refund-scams/ The value retailer, which sells products across grocery, home, furniture and garden, reported a 26 per cent drop in annual profit after flat UK like-for-like sales and deeper price cuts weighed on performance.
B&M said the conflict in the Middle East was adding upward pressure to costs, creating a tougher backdrop for the business as it works through a turnaround plan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-profits-slide-as-discount-retailer-warns-over-rising-costs/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampm-profits-slide-as-discount-retailer-warns-over-rising-costs/ The US beauty group and Puig ended negotiations late last month over a deal that would have created a major premium beauty business better placed to compete with L’Oréal.
Speaking at a Deutsche Bank consumer conference in Paris, de La Faverie said Estée Lauder remained open to acqui]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/este-lauder-says-puig-merger-collapsed-over-price-concerns/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/este-lauder-says-puig-merger-collapsed-over-price-concerns/ The fast fashion giant said currency-adjusted sales rose 11.5 per cent in May, beating forecasts for 8 per cent growth and offering reassurance that the retailer continues to attract shoppers despite pressure on household budgets.
For its first quarter, which ran from February to April, Inditex reported currency-adjusted sales growth of 8.8 per cent.
The Spanish retai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/zara-owner-inditex-reports-stronger-than-expected-start-to-summer-trading/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/zara-owner-inditex-reports-stronger-than-expected-start-to-summer-trading/ Shares in the business jumped around 50 per cent earlier in the session, putting the company on track for its strongest day on record, before trading 40 per cent higher at $75.61. The stock had earlier hit a record high of $81.28.
The rally came after Victoria’s Secret lifted its fiscal 2026 net sales fore]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/victorias-secret-shares-soar-as-turnaround-efforts-fuel-forecast-upgrade/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/victorias-secret-shares-soar-as-turnaround-efforts-fuel-forecast-upgrade/ Under proposals set to come into force next year, employers would be required to offer workers on zero-hours or short-hours contracts a guaranteed minimum number of hours each week, based on their regular working pattern.
The rules, which would also apply to agency workers, f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-warn-zero-hours-contract-reforms-could-hit-christmas-hiring/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retailers-warn-zero-hours-contract-reforms-could-hit-christmas-hiring/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/former-prada-head-becomes-chief-executive-of-alexander-mcqueen/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/former-prada-head-becomes-chief-executive-of-alexander-mcqueen/ Titled ‘Designed for Me, Designed for Real Life’, the campaign is rooted in the belief that confidence is something you “build and stand up for”. It was designed as a response to real pressures women face.
Research from the brand reported that one in five British women over 30 have never felt confident. It also highlighted that on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pour-moi-unveils-campaign-encouraging-women-to-be-more-confident/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pour-moi-unveils-campaign-encouraging-women-to-be-more-confident/ As part of the app experience, customers can browse products and receive styling advise and recommendations.
Head of Digital Product at ASOS Melissa Lim explains that the retailer decided to implement an AI stylist feature on ChatGPT because it had found that consumers were in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asoss-melissa-lim-breaks-down-new-ai-stylist-app-experience/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asoss-melissa-lim-breaks-down-new-ai-stylist-app-experience/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-to-upgrade-25-stores-this-summer/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-to-upgrade-25-stores-this-summer/ The food manufacturer, which has a portfolio that includes Birds Eye, Aunt Bessie’s and Findus, says the investments will fund a new potato waffle production line at the Suffolk site, increasing annual output capacity to around 18,250 tonnes, equivalent to nearly 45 million potato waffles a year.
The move forms part of Nomad Food’s wider programme to stre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nomad-foods-invests-22m-in-flagship-lowestoft-factory/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nomad-foods-invests-22m-in-flagship-lowestoft-factory/ K-Beauty has become increasingly popular with UK consumers and PURESEOUL is the biggest K-Beauty retailer in the UK.
The brand has recently grown its offering and has launched MilkTouch’s liquid foundation. The foundation is the first liquid foundation from a K-Beauty brand available in the UK.
Retail Gazette sat down with PURESEOUL’s founder Gracie Tullio and its marketing strategy & communi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pureseouls-gracie-tullio-and-felicity-loftus-on-the-retailers-milktouch-foundation-launch/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pureseouls-gracie-tullio-and-felicity-loftus-on-the-retailers-milktouch-foundation-launch/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/personalised-promotions-are-reshaping-loyalty-strategies-across-multichannel-retail/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/personalised-promotions-are-reshaping-loyalty-strategies-across-multichannel-retail/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sports-direct-makes-nordics-debut-with-new-store-in-finland/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sports-direct-makes-nordics-debut-with-new-store-in-finland/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sealskinz-appoints-richard-edmonds-as-new-chief-executive/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sealskinz-appoints-richard-edmonds-as-new-chief-executive/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-hails-progress-in-turnaround-strategy-as-like-for-like-sales-grow-by-08/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-hails-progress-in-turnaround-strategy-as-like-for-like-sales-grow-by-08/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wed2b-launches-campaign-starring-real-customers/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/wed2b-launches-campaign-starring-real-customers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-to-double-size-of-frozen-range-in-family-focused-push/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-to-double-size-of-frozen-range-in-family-focused-push/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/toshifumi-suzuki-convenience-store-king-1932-2026/Sat, 30 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/toshifumi-suzuki-convenience-store-king-1932-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-might-help-break-ocados-supermarket-stalemate/Fri, 29 May 2026 19:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-might-help-break-ocados-supermarket-stalemate/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/stockpickers-diaceutics-pets-at-home-autotrader-group/Fri, 29 May 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/stockpickers-diaceutics-pets-at-home-autotrader-group/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-shares-jump-after-striking-online-grocery-deal-with-asda/Fri, 29 May 2026 15:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ocado-shares-jump-after-striking-online-grocery-deal-with-asda/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-embarks-on-ecommerce-partnership-with-ocado/Fri, 29 May 2026 09:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-embarks-on-ecommerce-partnership-with-ocado/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-begins-operations-at-uks-largest-supermarket-warehouse/Fri, 29 May 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-begins-operations-at-uks-largest-supermarket-warehouse/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ryman-becomes-first-national-stationer-to-join-deliveroo-platform/Fri, 29 May 2026 07:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ryman-becomes-first-national-stationer-to-join-deliveroo-platform/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lanvin-appoints-barbara-werschine-as-chief-executive/Fri, 29 May 2026 07:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lanvin-appoints-barbara-werschine-as-chief-executive/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eu-fines-chinas-temu-200mn-for-failing-to-prevent-sale-of-illegal-goods/Thu, 28 May 2026 12:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/eu-fines-chinas-temu-200mn-for-failing-to-prevent-sale-of-illegal-goods/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-cuts-prices-on-200-products-in-60m-summer-investment/Thu, 28 May 2026 10:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-cuts-prices-on-200-products-in-60m-summer-investment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-search-to-discovery/Thu, 28 May 2026 10:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-search-to-discovery/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-consults-on-tariff-cuts-for-125-everyday-essentials/Thu, 28 May 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-consults-on-tariff-cuts-for-125-everyday-essentials/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/join-150-retailers-at-future-of-retail-operations-on-2-june/Thu, 28 May 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/join-150-retailers-at-future-of-retail-operations-on-2-june/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/virgin-media-o2-opens-experiential-store-at-westfield-white-city/Thu, 28 May 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/virgin-media-o2-opens-experiential-store-at-westfield-white-city/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-ipo-would-put-lipstick-on-a-drab-uk-retail-sector/Thu, 28 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-ipo-would-put-lipstick-on-a-drab-uk-retail-sector/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-to-launch-new-stores-on-sites-leased-by-asda/Wed, 27 May 2026 20:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-to-launch-new-stores-on-sites-leased-by-asda/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/flying-tiger-copenhagen-acquired-by-modella-capital/Wed, 27 May 2026 15:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/flying-tiger-copenhagen-acquired-by-modella-capital/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-steps-up-competition-for-affluent-shoppers-with-price-cuts/Wed, 27 May 2026 12:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-steps-up-competition-for-affluent-shoppers-with-price-cuts/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-invests-over-20m-in-price-cuts-on-everyday-staples/Wed, 27 May 2026 12:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/waitrose-invests-over-20m-in-price-cuts-on-everyday-staples/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pets-at-home-sales-boosted-by-new-product-lines-and-lower-prices/Wed, 27 May 2026 11:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pets-at-home-sales-boosted-by-new-product-lines-and-lower-prices/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pets-at-home-reports-profit-drop-but-points-to-turnaround-momentum/Wed, 27 May 2026 10:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pets-at-home-reports-profit-drop-but-points-to-turnaround-momentum/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-director-to-step-down/Wed, 27 May 2026 10:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-director-to-step-down/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-opens-first-store-in-greece/Wed, 27 May 2026 09:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-opens-first-store-in-greece/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/radley-acquired-out-of-administration-by-gordon-brothers/Wed, 27 May 2026 08:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/radley-acquired-out-of-administration-by-gordon-brothers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-retailers-call-for-260-small-parcels-charge-to-close-customs-loophole/Wed, 27 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-retailers-call-for-260-small-parcels-charge-to-close-customs-loophole/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/can-glp-1-drugs-save-the-mall/Wed, 27 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/can-glp-1-drugs-save-the-mall/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brussels-set-to-open-in-depth-probe-into-jdcoms-takeover-of-ceconomy/Tue, 26 May 2026 20:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/brussels-set-to-open-in-depth-probe-into-jdcoms-takeover-of-ceconomy/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mango-heir-jonathan-andic-stands-down-over-probe-into-fathers-fatal-fall/Tue, 26 May 2026 13:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mango-heir-jonathan-andic-stands-down-over-probe-into-fathers-fatal-fall/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/are-retailers-missing-out-on-loyalty-through-gamification/Tue, 26 May 2026 12:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/are-retailers-missing-out-on-loyalty-through-gamification/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/kingfisher-like-for-like-sales-fall-amid-late-start-to-spring/Tue, 26 May 2026 10:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/kingfisher-like-for-like-sales-fall-amid-late-start-to-spring/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-looks-to-sell-its-food-to-rival-supermarkets/Tue, 26 May 2026 09:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-looks-to-sell-its-food-to-rival-supermarkets/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-launches-exclusive-merch-line-with-december-10/Tue, 26 May 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-launches-exclusive-merch-line-with-december-10/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/crew-clothing-opens-new-lake-district-store-in-time-for-summer/Tue, 26 May 2026 08:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/crew-clothing-opens-new-lake-district-store-in-time-for-summer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-predatory-advance-of-surveillance-pricing/Tue, 26 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-predatory-advance-of-surveillance-pricing/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bond-streets-loss-is-sloane-streets-gain-in-londons-luxury-retail-landscape/Tue, 26 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bond-streets-loss-is-sloane-streets-gain-in-londons-luxury-retail-landscape/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/counting-the-cost-of-new-yorks-sky-high-food-bills/Mon, 25 May 2026 16:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/counting-the-cost-of-new-yorks-sky-high-food-bills/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tescos-dunnhumby-appoints-jamie-samaha-as-new-chief-executive/Sun, 24 May 2026 12:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tescos-dunnhumby-appoints-jamie-samaha-as-new-chief-executive/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/five-toys-on-sale-in-britain-found-to-contain-asbestos-in-tests-for-guardian/Sat, 23 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/five-toys-on-sale-in-britain-found-to-contain-asbestos-in-tests-for-guardian/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/china-inc-goes-shopping-for-western-consumer-brands/Sat, 23 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/china-inc-goes-shopping-for-western-consumer-brands/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-sales-drop-in-april-as-consumers-buy-less-fuel/Fri, 22 May 2026 18:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-sales-drop-in-april-as-consumers-buy-less-fuel/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-to-axe-100-morrisons-daily-convenience-stores/Fri, 22 May 2026 18:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-to-axe-100-morrisons-daily-convenience-stores/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/este-lauder-ends-merger-talks-with-gaultier-owner-puig/Fri, 22 May 2026 15:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/este-lauder-ends-merger-talks-with-gaultier-owner-puig/ The agreement will fund continued conservation work at the 51-acre ancient woodland site near Shaftesbury, helping restore native habitats, improve biodiversity and strengthen the woodland’s long-term resilience.
Ancient woodland covers just 2.5% of the UK and is considered one of the country’s most threatened habitats, playing a ke]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/screwfix-extends-woodland-trust-partnership-to-protect-ancient-woodland/Fri, 22 May 2026 12:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/screwfix-extends-woodland-trust-partnership-to-protect-ancient-woodland/ The collaboration is designed to “significantly enhance the appeal of frozen food sections” in Spar’s convenience stores “by adding depth to the range”.
Iceland exclusive brands such as Slimming World, Harry Ramsden’s, TGI Friday’s, and Myprotein will be made available in Spar’s stores alongside Iceland own label products and Greggs.
Three]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/spar-joins-forces-with-iceland-foods-with-exclusive-convenience-retail-partnership/Fri, 22 May 2026 12:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/spar-joins-forces-with-iceland-foods-with-exclusive-convenience-retail-partnership/ The beauty concept store, which will launch on 28 May, will be based in the city’s Cabot Circus Shopping Centre.
The 11,000 square foot store will sell more than 200 beauty brands across categories including skincare, haircare, fragrance, cosmetics, premium beauty, wellness and electrical beauty. Related Story ASA bans ads from leading retailers after misleading Black Friday20/05/2026 x 12:01 AMLead]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-to-launch-first-beauty-only-store-outside-london/Fri, 22 May 2026 12:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-to-launch-first-beauty-only-store-outside-london/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-borrowing-rises-and-retail-sales-slide-in-april/Fri, 22 May 2026 10:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-borrowing-rises-and-retail-sales-slide-in-april/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/biggest-drop-in-petrol-purchases-in-six-years-hits-retail-sales-in-great-britain/Fri, 22 May 2026 10:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/biggest-drop-in-petrol-purchases-in-six-years-hits-retail-sales-in-great-britain/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/consumer-confidence-edges-up-in-may-but-outlook-remains-uncertain/Fri, 22 May 2026 10:27:34 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/consumer-confidence-edges-up-in-may-but-outlook-remains-uncertain/ As part of the collaboration,  the retailer will feature two 30 second adverts on the series. The adverts will be supported by a series of newly created and returning 10-second idents, which will run across both the new series and past seasons.
The idents will be the only pre-show advertising on the series. It also features a co-branded homepage takeover on Diddly Squat&rs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-renews-clarksons-farm-sponsorship/Fri, 22 May 2026 10:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-renews-clarksons-farm-sponsorship/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/richemont-shines-as-demand-booms-for-high-end-jewellery/Fri, 22 May 2026 10:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/richemont-shines-as-demand-booms-for-high-end-jewellery/ She replaces Tom Hampson, who has left the firm to join Asda.
Taylor was previously the retailer’s head of content, social and PR. She has over 20 years experience in the industry and has previously worked at firms such as Mama & Papas.Related Story B&Q report reveals shoppers are prioritising ‘wellbeing and joy’ in home improvement14/05/2026 x 4:54 AMShe said: “I’m h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampq-names-new-director-of-marketing/Fri, 22 May 2026 10:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampq-names-new-director-of-marketing/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/authentic-brands-to-acquire-lee-jeans-in-deal-worth-up-to-1bn/Fri, 22 May 2026 10:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/authentic-brands-to-acquire-lee-jeans-in-deal-worth-up-to-1bn/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-borrowed-a-higher-than-expected-243bn-in-april/Fri, 22 May 2026 09:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-borrowed-a-higher-than-expected-243bn-in-april/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-reveals-launch-date-for-first-beauty-concept-store-outside-of-london/Fri, 22 May 2026 08:21:23 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/boots-reveals-launch-date-for-first-beauty-concept-store-outside-of-london/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/west-end-businesses-fund-23m-security-investment/Fri, 22 May 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/west-end-businesses-fund-23m-security-investment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ex-whsmith-high-street-chain-almost-completely-broken-says-new-boss/Fri, 22 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/ex-whsmith-high-street-chain-almost-completely-broken-says-new-boss/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/all-remaining-quiz-stores-to-close-by-june/Thu, 21 May 2026 20:34:43 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/all-remaining-quiz-stores-to-close-by-june/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-blames-uk-government-policy-for-shutting-100-lossmaking-stores/Thu, 21 May 2026 18:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/morrisons-blames-uk-government-policy-for-shutting-100-lossmaking-stores/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/band-together-to-save-small-businesses-brief-letters/Thu, 21 May 2026 18:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/band-together-to-save-small-businesses-brief-letters/ The update comes from joint administrators at Interpath, who said a phased closure programme is now underway across the chain’s remaining 37 stores.
Three stores in Castlecourt, Leeds and Romford have already shut, while remaining branches are continuing to trade as part of a final clearance push.
Administrat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/quiz-clothing-to-close-remaining-stores-by-june/Thu, 21 May 2026 17:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/quiz-clothing-to-close-remaining-stores-by-june/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmart-warns-of-petrol-rationing-as-iran-war-hits-customers-wallets/Thu, 21 May 2026 17:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmart-warns-of-petrol-rationing-as-iran-war-hits-customers-wallets/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmart-says-customers-are-rationing-petrol-as-iran-war-hits-wallets/Thu, 21 May 2026 17:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmart-says-customers-are-rationing-petrol-as-iran-war-hits-wallets/ The temporary tariff suspensions, due to be introduced in the coming weeks and remain in place until 31 December 2028, will apply to a range of products, including fruits and fish.
Ministers estimate the move could save consumers more than £150 million annually by reducing costs across food su]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-suspends-tariffs-on-food-imports-to-ease-cost-pressures-from-middle-east-conflict/Thu, 21 May 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-suspends-tariffs-on-food-imports-to-ease-cost-pressures-from-middle-east-conflict/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-ryan-llewellyn-pace-on-his-new-book-lsquobe-the-wolf-not-the-sheeprsquo/Thu, 21 May 2026 16:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-ryan-llewellyn-pace-on-his-new-book-lsquobe-the-wolf-not-the-sheeprsquo/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/spar-and-iceland-agree-exclusive-retail-partnership-for-320-stores/Thu, 21 May 2026 16:09:33 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/spar-and-iceland-agree-exclusive-retail-partnership-for-320-stores/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampq-appoints-sophie-taylor-as-director-of-marketing/Thu, 21 May 2026 16:09:33 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/bampq-appoints-sophie-taylor-as-director-of-marketing/ In retail logistics, many people think that modernization just means bringing in more machines. However, it’s becoming clear that this isn’t enough. A lot of retailers have poured resources into things like autonomous sorters and high-density storage systems, but they often realize that just adding automation doesn’t necessarily make their operations more resilient. In fact, some of the most automated operations ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/opinion-strategic-optionality-retails-next-competitive-edge-in-the-supply-chain/Thu, 21 May 2026 15:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/opinion-strategic-optionality-retails-next-competitive-edge-in-the-supply-chain/ Riverford founder Guy Singh Watson’s new campaign says the herbicide, best known under the Roundup brand originally developed by and now owned by, was being used in ways that created a “direct route from field to plate”.
However, speaking to Re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/poison-in-plain-sight-have-british-farmers-become-too-reliant-on-farm-chemicals/Thu, 21 May 2026 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/poison-in-plain-sight-have-british-farmers-become-too-reliant-on-farm-chemicals/ Photo: Oritain chief commercial officer Rupert Hodges
New data from Oritain’s 2026 Global Supply Chain Intelligence Report suggests exposure to cotton linked to restricted or prohibited regions rose in 2025 for the first time in four]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-the-invisible-cotton-problem-returning-to-global-supply-chains/Thu, 21 May 2026 15:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/interview-the-invisible-cotton-problem-returning-to-global-supply-chains/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-service-sector-activity-slumps-in-one-of-sharpest-declines-for-a-decade/Thu, 21 May 2026 13:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-service-sector-activity-slumps-in-one-of-sharpest-declines-for-a-decade/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmart-profit-growth-slows-as-iran-war-pushes-up-fuel-costs/Thu, 21 May 2026 13:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/walmart-profit-growth-slows-as-iran-war-pushes-up-fuel-costs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-sean-orsquohagan-retail-industry-director-hso/Thu, 21 May 2026 11:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/qampa-sean-orsquohagan-retail-industry-director-hso/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-works-on-track-to-beat-profit-forecast-after-year-of-strong-progress/Thu, 21 May 2026 09:46:25 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-works-on-track-to-beat-profit-forecast-after-year-of-strong-progress/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pepco-group-reports-strong-first-half-as-it-looks-ahead-to-opening-600-new-stores/Thu, 21 May 2026 09:46:25 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/pepco-group-reports-strong-first-half-as-it-looks-ahead-to-opening-600-new-stores/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/miniso-re-opens-refurbished-brighton-store/Thu, 21 May 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/miniso-re-opens-refurbished-brighton-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marquee-brands-acquires-majority-stake-in-robert-cavalli/Thu, 21 May 2026 08:08:24 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marquee-brands-acquires-majority-stake-in-robert-cavalli/ The apparel group, which also owns Timberland, reported revenue of $9.6bn for the year ending 28 March 2026, up 1.1 per cent year on year. Excluding the impact of its Dickies divestment, revenue rose four per cent.
Fourth-quarter revenue increased 1 per cent to $2.2bn, continuing the improvement seen earlier in the year.
Ope]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-north-face-helps-vf-corp-return-to-growth-as-profits-surge/Thu, 21 May 2026 07:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-north-face-helps-vf-corp-return-to-growth-as-profits-surge/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/give-every-item-a-long-life-vinted-boss-on-how-the-site-is-moving-beyond-fashion/Thu, 21 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/give-every-item-a-long-life-vinted-boss-on-how-the-site-is-moving-beyond-fashion/ The Second US Circuit Court of Appeals rejected the lawsuit on Wednesday, finding there was no proof that Amazon knew, or deliberately ignored, that overseas manufacturers were allegedly paying artificially low tariffs by understating the value of their shipments.
The case was brought by Mike Henig, owner of Alabama-bas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-defeats-appeal-over-alleged-fur-tariff-evasion/Thu, 21 May 2026 06:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/amazon-defeats-appeal-over-alleged-fur-tariff-evasion/ Arc’teryx, Etsy and Zalando are also among the 68 organisations calling for policy changes across the EU, US and Canada, as new research from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation suggests resale and repair models are being held back by unfavourable economics.
The Foundation said t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-hampm-and-vinted-urge-governments-to-stop-penalising-resale/Thu, 21 May 2026 05:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/primark-hampm-and-vinted-urge-governments-to-stop-penalising-resale/ New BRC-Opinium data shows expectations for the UK economy over the next three months rose to -48 in May, up from -53 in April.
Consumers’ expectations for their own personal finances also improved, rising to -16 from -21 the previous month.
Retail spending expectations edged up to +7 in May, compared with +5 in Apr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/high-prices-keep-consumer-confidence-fragile-despite-may-uplift/Thu, 21 May 2026 05:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/high-prices-keep-consumer-confidence-fragile-despite-may-uplift/ The retailer shared images of its new store on a prime corner site at 245-247 Regent Street, one of London’s busiest and most high-profile shopping destinations.
The store, which was first teased in December, spans 12,000 sq ft and sits within a Crown Estate-owned property previously occupied by Ted Baker.
Skims has signed a 10-year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/skims-unveils-regent-street-flagship-after-week-of-highs-and-lows/Thu, 21 May 2026 05:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/skims-unveils-regent-street-flagship-after-week-of-highs-and-lows/ Empson has rejoined the Simply Be and Jacamo owner after stepping down as chief customer operations officer in January.
She first joined N Brown in January 2024, following almost 25 years at Ted Baker, where she most recently served as director of operations.
In a post on LinkedIn, Empson said: “I’m really pleased to be re-joining N Brown Group]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/clare-empson-returns-to-n-brown-in-supply-chain-and-efficiency-role/Thu, 21 May 2026 05:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/clare-empson-returns-to-n-brown-in-supply-chain-and-efficiency-role/ LuxExperience, which owns Net-A-Porter, Mr Porter, Yoox and Mytheresa, reported stable sales and continued profitability for its third quarter ending 31 March 2026, while confirming its full-year guidance.
The group said its transformation plan was delivering “significant improvements]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/net-a-porter-improvement-threatened-by-london-warehouse-strike/Thu, 21 May 2026 05:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/net-a-porter-improvement-threatened-by-london-warehouse-strike/ John-Lewis will front the retailer’s ‘Summer of Sport’ campaign and will also take on an advisory role as part of his ambassadorship. He’ll advise consumers on how to choose the right TV and surround sound.
Devised by creative agency Earnies, the campaign will roll out across social media, PR and a media partnership with LADBible.Related Story ASA bans ads from le]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-names-boston-uniteds-lenell-john-lewis-as-brand-ambassador/Thu, 21 May 2026 04:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/john-lewis-names-boston-uniteds-lenell-john-lewis-as-brand-ambassador/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/clare-empson-re-joins-n-brown-to-lead-supply-chain-property-and-group-efficiency/Wed, 20 May 2026 20:05:23 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/clare-empson-re-joins-n-brown-to-lead-supply-chain-property-and-group-efficiency/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-has-won-over-fashionistas-but-not-yet-investors/Wed, 20 May 2026 19:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-has-won-over-fashionistas-but-not-yet-investors/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-treasurys-supermarket-food-price-cap-wheeze-was-bananas-nils-pratley/Wed, 20 May 2026 18:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/the-treasurys-supermarket-food-price-cap-wheeze-was-bananas-nils-pratley/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-the-archive-catalogues/Wed, 20 May 2026 18:13:33 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/from-the-archive-catalogues/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/reeves-rethinks-food-price-cap-after-supermarket-backlash/Wed, 20 May 2026 17:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/reeves-rethinks-food-price-cap-after-supermarket-backlash/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/reeves-drops-push-for-food-price-cap-after-retail-backlash/Wed, 20 May 2026 17:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/reeves-drops-push-for-food-price-cap-after-retail-backlash/ For years, grocery delivery meant planning ahead. Customers filled a basket, booked a slot and waited for tomorrow, or perhaps later in the week, or]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/deliverects-joe-heather-why-on-demand-grocery-is-forcing-retailers-to-rethink-the-store/Wed, 20 May 2026 16:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/deliverects-joe-heather-why-on-demand-grocery-is-forcing-retailers-to-rethink-the-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/judge-probing-billionaire-mango-founders-death-points-to-sons-money-obsession/Wed, 20 May 2026 16:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/judge-probing-billionaire-mango-founders-death-points-to-sons-money-obsession/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/judge-points-to-sons-money-obsession-in-mango-founder-death-case/Wed, 20 May 2026 16:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/judge-points-to-sons-money-obsession-in-mango-founder-death-case/ Global supply chain verification firm Oritain’s inaugural 2026 Global Supply Chain Intelligence Report found that 90% of brands analysed showed exposure to prohibited cotton in 2025, up sharply from 64% the previous year, despite widespread investment in traceability programmes.
According to the report, nearly 94% of UK b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nine-in-ten-brands-exposed-to-prohibited-cotton-warns-report/Wed, 20 May 2026 14:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/nine-in-ten-brands-exposed-to-prohibited-cotton-warns-report/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lazy-scapegoating-supermarket-price-cap-plan-prompts-furious-backlash/Wed, 20 May 2026 13:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lazy-scapegoating-supermarket-price-cap-plan-prompts-furious-backlash/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-boss-slams-lsquopreposterousrsquo-proposal-to-cap-food-prices/Wed, 20 May 2026 12:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-boss-slams-lsquopreposterousrsquo-proposal-to-cap-food-prices/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/call-for-food-price-caps-lsquocompletely-preposterousrsquo-says-mamps-boss/Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/call-for-food-price-caps-lsquocompletely-preposterousrsquo-says-mamps-boss/ This is the second time the retailer has paired up with the charity through digital micro-donation charity Pennies.
Consumer’s will be able to donate 20p at cash points from 20 May until 14 July. Consumer’s will also be able to show their support for the charity by buying selected products from brands such as Lynx, Britney Spears Frag]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-unveils-switchboard-charity-campaign/Wed, 20 May 2026 11:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/superdrug-unveils-switchboard-charity-campaign/ From 18 May to 24 May, the first 15 customers each day to shop in-store at Stripe & Stare’s King’s Road boutique in Chelsea will receive a complimentary posy from Freddie’s Flowers.
The collaboration, which was created to celebrate floral art show Chelsea in Bloom and the Chelsea Flower Show, brings together “two brands p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/stripe-amp-stare-partners-with-freddiersquos-flowers-to-celebrate-chelsea-in-bloom/Wed, 20 May 2026 11:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/stripe-amp-stare-partners-with-freddiersquos-flowers-to-celebrate-chelsea-in-bloom/ And yet, for all the excitement, we are starting to hear sceptical voices argue that the revolution has been overhyped. Yes, they say, it’s growing quickly. Yes, they say, it’s generating meaningful revenue for some retailers. And yes, they say, it can deliver powerful outcomes for brands, but i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-media-expert-alex-knapman-on-why-retail-media-will-fundamentally-reshape-advertising/Wed, 20 May 2026 10:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-media-expert-alex-knapman-on-why-retail-media-will-fundamentally-reshape-advertising/ Customers will be able to bring in and return their old “Yaks,” and will receive a money-off voucher to put towards their next purchase once they have been processed. 
Damaged pieces will also be able to be repaired or upcycled by the Re:Yak Studio team in Yorkshire before being sold in-store.
While Lucy &am]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lucy-amp-yak-to-turn-stores-into-lsquopreloved-hubsrsquo/Wed, 20 May 2026 10:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lucy-amp-yak-to-turn-stores-into-lsquopreloved-hubsrsquo/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topps-tiles-eyes-profit-growth-after-first-half-outperformance/Wed, 20 May 2026 10:22:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/topps-tiles-eyes-profit-growth-after-first-half-outperformance/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-profits-slide-as-cyber-attack-takes-its-toll/Wed, 20 May 2026 10:22:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/mamps-profits-slide-as-cyber-attack-takes-its-toll/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-returns-to-profit-growth-as-turnaround-gathers-pace/Wed, 20 May 2026 10:22:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-returns-to-profit-growth-as-turnaround-gathers-pace/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-calls-on-public-to-help-identify-new-store-locations/Wed, 20 May 2026 10:22:26 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-calls-on-public-to-help-identify-new-store-locations/ The online fashion retailer has rolled out ASOS Stylist for customers in the UK and US, allowing users to discover ASOS products directly in ChatGPT before completing purchases on ASOS.com.
Built using video commerce platform Bambuser, the app enables shoppers to browse products and complete outfits by category, occasion or trend, while receiving styling]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-launches-ai-stylist-app-in-chatgpt/Wed, 20 May 2026 09:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asos-launches-ai-stylist-app-in-chatgpt/ The retailer said group adjusted profit before tax fell 23.8 per cent to £671.4m in the year to 28 March 2026, down from £881.1m the year before, while statutory profit before tax dropped 28.8 per cent to £364.6m.
M&S said adjusting items of £292.1m included £131.3m of costs linked to the cyber incid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-amp-spencer-expects-return-to-profit-growth-after-cyber-attack-hits-full-year-results/Wed, 20 May 2026 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-amp-spencer-expects-return-to-profit-growth-after-cyber-attack-hits-full-year-results/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-and-spencer-forecasts-return-to-profit-growth-after-cyber-attack/Wed, 20 May 2026 09:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-and-spencer-forecasts-return-to-profit-growth-after-cyber-attack/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-and-spencer-boss-slams-preposterous-uk-proposal-to-cap-food-prices/Wed, 20 May 2026 09:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/marks-and-spencer-boss-slams-preposterous-uk-proposal-to-cap-food-prices/ The supermarket has published its latest list of target locations and is inviting customers to put forward the areas they believe would benefit most from a new Aldi store.
The move forms part of Aldi’s long-term expansion strategy, with the retailer having recently invested more than £370m in new stores and set out ambitions to g]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-asks-shoppers-to-choose-next-store-locations-as-it-targets-124-new-sites/Wed, 20 May 2026 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/aldi-asks-shoppers-to-choose-next-store-locations-as-it-targets-124-new-sites/ The trade body’s new report, Agentic commerce in UK retail, an unresolved liability question, found that 58 per cent of UK online retail merchants believe AI-initiated transactions have already reached their platforms.
The research, conducted among 100 senior finance, payments a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-retailers-raise-severe-concerns-over-rising-agentic-ai-shopping-risks/Wed, 20 May 2026 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-retailers-raise-severe-concerns-over-rising-agentic-ai-shopping-risks/ The site, which has been operational since February, will allow apprentices to take part in intensive training blocks before returning to their workplace.
Halfords currently supports around 300 automotive apprentices across England, Scotland and Wales, up from around 30 in 2022.
The retailer said the role of the automotive technician was becoming increasingly techn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/halfords-opens-new-training-centre-to-grow-automotive-apprenticeships/Wed, 20 May 2026 08:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/halfords-opens-new-training-centre-to-grow-automotive-apprenticeships/ The government is understood to have asked retailers to consider freezing prices on key products such as bread, milk, eggs and butter as it looks to ease pressure on households amid the ongoing cost-of-living squeeze.
Under the proposals, supermarkets would be encouraged to hold down prices on selected essentials in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/supermarkets-slam-treasurys-completely-mad-price-cap-plan/Wed, 20 May 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/supermarkets-slam-treasurys-completely-mad-price-cap-plan/ Titled ‘Whatever Your Thing’, the marketing drive positions itself as the “perfect sidekick to main character energy.
It was devised by AMV BBDO alongside Edelman, Carat and BD. It will roll out across social media, out-of-home, shopper and AV and is supported by paid, earned and cr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/starbucks-charlotta-oldman-and-nik-dhodi-on-their-new-campaign-inspires-young-people-to-be-themselves/Wed, 20 May 2026 01:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/starbucks-charlotta-oldman-and-nik-dhodi-on-their-new-campaign-inspires-young-people-to-be-themselves/ Titled ‘Whatever Your Thing‘, the marketing drive positions itself as the “perfect sidekick to main character energy.
It was devised by AMV BBDO alongside Edelman, Carat and BD. It will roll out across social media, out-of-home, shopper and AV and is supported by paid, earned and cr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/charlotta-oldman-and-nik-dhodi-on-designing-starbucks-new-campaign-around-authenticity/Wed, 20 May 2026 01:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/charlotta-oldman-and-nik-dhodi-on-designing-starbucks-new-campaign-around-authenticity/ Instead it was met with carnage and chaos-scenes from Saturday showed huge crowds of people gathering at stores worldwide.
So what went so wrong? Or right depending on you ask?
Swatch marketed the collaboration like most brands do, with a couple of social media teasers hinting at what was coming and the official announcement a few days later.
The teasers did their job wel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/swatchs-collab-chaos-when-does-marketing-go-to-far/Wed, 20 May 2026 01:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/swatchs-collab-chaos-when-does-marketing-go-to-far/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-supermarkets-urged-to-consider-voluntary-price-caps-on-essential-foods/Wed, 20 May 2026 01:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-supermarkets-urged-to-consider-voluntary-price-caps-on-essential-foods/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-treasury-pushes-supermarkets-to-cap-food-prices/Wed, 20 May 2026 01:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/uk-treasury-pushes-supermarkets-to-cap-food-prices/ The rulings are part of a wider project on pricing practices and were flagged by the watchdog’s AI-powered Active Ad Monitoring system. It follows investigations made last November into hotel and travel companies who made misleading “from” price claims.
The ASA investigated a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asa-bans-ads-from-leading-retailers-after-misleading-black-friday/Wed, 20 May 2026 01:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asa-bans-ads-from-leading-retailers-after-misleading-black-friday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/son-of-billionaire-mango-founder-released-after-detention-over-fathers-fatal-fall/Tue, 19 May 2026 20:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/son-of-billionaire-mango-founder-released-after-detention-over-fathers-fatal-fall/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fourscore-candles-for-a-hardware-legend-brief-letters/Tue, 19 May 2026 18:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/fourscore-candles-for-a-hardware-legend-brief-letters/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/this-place-is-totally-dead-life-after-the-crackdown-on-manchesters-counterfeit-capital/Tue, 19 May 2026 18:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/this-place-is-totally-dead-life-after-the-crackdown-on-manchesters-counterfeit-capital/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/halfords-opens-dunstable-training-centre-to-boost-apprenticeships/Tue, 19 May 2026 17:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/halfords-opens-dunstable-training-centre-to-boost-apprenticeships/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/treasury-pushes-supermarkets-to-cap-food-prices/Tue, 19 May 2026 17:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/treasury-pushes-supermarkets-to-cap-food-prices/ Devised by creative agency Jellyfish, the campaign consisted of out-of-home activations, partnerships with Citymapper and Lime and guerilla wildposting.
The marketing drive also featured two commissioned murals along the race course. One mural was installed at 455 Hackney Road and the other could be seen at 100 Mare Street.
According to the brand, the mural at Mare Street was comple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hoka-celebrates-first-year-as-title-sponsor-of-hackeny-half-marathon-with-new-campaign/Tue, 19 May 2026 15:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/hoka-celebrates-first-year-as-title-sponsor-of-hackeny-half-marathon-with-new-campaign/ The demonstration saw activists from The Humane League UK place oversized “cage-free” keys next to statues including Winston Churchill, David Lloyd George and Benjamin Disraeli, accompanied by a chicken,
It is understood that the protest was designed to highlight what campaigners describe as the Government’s power to “unlock” cages for mil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/activists-hand-giant-cage-free-keys-to-britains-prime-ministers/Tue, 19 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/activists-hand-giant-cage-free-keys-to-britains-prime-ministers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/son-of-billionaire-mango-founder-detained-over-fathers-fatal-mountain-fall/Tue, 19 May 2026 12:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/son-of-billionaire-mango-founder-detained-over-fathers-fatal-mountain-fall/ The changes are designed to reward customers for their loyalty and encourage those who shop elsewhere to choose Asda again, with “improvements they can see and feel as soon as they enter the store”. 
The supermarket has launched more than 400 new food and drink lines in one of its biggest product refreshes in recent years, covering a host of categories including frozen, bakery, produ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-rolls-out-400-new-lines-under-product-refresh/Tue, 19 May 2026 11:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/asda-rolls-out-400-new-lines-under-product-refresh/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/valley-celebrates-triple-gold-win-at-shop-global-awards/Tue, 19 May 2026 10:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/valley-celebrates-triple-gold-win-at-shop-global-awards/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-lifts-profit-guidance-as-ceo-search-progresses/Tue, 19 May 2026 10:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/currys-lifts-profit-guidance-as-ceo-search-progresses/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/centric-brands-to-scale-claires-across-7000-retail-touch-points-in-north-america/Tue, 19 May 2026 09:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/centric-brands-to-scale-claires-across-7000-retail-touch-points-in-north-america/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/centric-brands-to-scale-claires-across-7000-retail-retail-touch-points-in-north-america/Tue, 19 May 2026 09:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/centric-brands-to-scale-claires-across-7000-retail-retail-touch-points-in-north-america/ The group reported a 10.5 per cent rise in revenue to £168.8m for the six months to 31 March 2026, up from £152.7m a year earlier.
Retail revenue, excluding MFI, climbed 9.2 per cent to £166.7m, which Victorian Plumbing said reflected continued market share gains and outperformance against the wider repair, maintenance a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/victorian-plumbing-sales-rise-as-tiles-and-flooring-revenue-surges/Tue, 19 May 2026 09:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/victorian-plumbing-sales-rise-as-tiles-and-flooring-revenue-surges/ The England Store, launched in partnership with Fanatics, The FA’s official retail partner, will open at 15 Carnaby Street from 21 May to 2 July.
The pop-up will sell the latest England kits, training wear, official merchandise and limited-edition products released throughout the tournament.
It will also host special in-store promotions on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/england-to-open-first-ever-pop-up-store-on-carnaby-street-ahead-of-world-cup/Tue, 19 May 2026 09:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/england-to-open-first-ever-pop-up-store-on-carnaby-street-ahead-of-world-cup/ The footwear retailer reported a 61.3 per cent rise in adjusted pre-tax profit to £55m for the 52 weeks to 29 March 2026, up from £34.1m the previous year.
Pre-tax profit surged to £32.7m, compared with £8.8m a year earlier, while adjusted EBIT increased 30.6 per cent to £79.3m.
However, revenue fell 2.9 per cent to £764.9m, or 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-turnaround-gathers-pace-as-profits-leap-61/Tue, 19 May 2026 09:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dr-martens-turnaround-gathers-pace-as-profits-leap-61/ The £20m National Crime Agency cell will coordinate investigations and raids into UK retail outlets believed to be acting as fronts for organised crime.
The Home Office said the unit will focus on businesses suspected of laundering money, selling counterfeit goods, enabling tax evasion, supporting il]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-launches-20m-crackdown-on-dodgy-high-street-stores/Tue, 19 May 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/government-launches-20m-crackdown-on-dodgy-high-street-stores/ Speaking at the FT’s Business of Luxury summit in Puglia, Italy, Charbit said Saint Laurent had not done enough to keep hold of some customer groups as the wider luxury market continues to grapple with weaker demand.
“We haven’t been good enough at retaining clients, we should do better,” he said.
Charbit said the brand had remained highly fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/saint-laurent-boss-says-luxury-must-do-more-to-win-back-aspirational-shoppers/Tue, 19 May 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/saint-laurent-boss-says-luxury-must-do-more-to-win-back-aspirational-shoppers/ The footwear brand, which listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2023, had pitched itself as a 250-year-old sandal maker reborn as a modern luxury name.
However, three years on from its richly valued IPO, a sharp fall in its market value suggests investors are reassessing whether Birkenstock has the breadth, margins or mass appeal needed to sit alongside luxury g]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/birkenstock-shares-slump-as-investors-cool-on-luxury-ambitions/Tue, 19 May 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/birkenstock-shares-slump-as-investors-cool-on-luxury-ambitions/ The yoga wear retailer said it had unsuccessfully attempted to settle the dispute with Wilson last week, delaying the filing of its definitive proxy statement in the hope of reaching an agreement.
Wilson, who founded Lululemon in 1998 and owns 8.6 per cent of the business, has been pushing to install three directors on the co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-hits-back-at-outdated-founder-chip-wilson-amid-proxy-battle/Tue, 19 May 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/lululemon-hits-back-at-outdated-founder-chip-wilson-amid-proxy-battle/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sportsshoescom-appoints-marketing-manager-to-lead-trail-and-outdoor-growth/Tue, 19 May 2026 08:42:28 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sportsshoescom-appoints-marketing-manager-to-lead-trail-and-outdoor-growth/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dusk-launches-furniture-range-on-very/Tue, 19 May 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/dusk-launches-furniture-range-on-very/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-pilots-ai-powered-shopping-assistant/Tue, 19 May 2026 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-pilots-ai-powered-shopping-assistant/ Run in partnership with Leading Edge Only, the competition invites agri-tech businesses from around the world to submit technologies designed to tackle some of the food industry’s biggest challenges, such as animal welfare, soil health, emissions reduction, biodiversity, automation and food waste.
This year, the initiative, previously known as the Agri T-Ja]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-launches-global-agri-tech-search-to-future-proof-farming/Tue, 19 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tesco-launches-global-agri-tech-search-to-future-proof-farming/ Titled ‘Ugly Computer’, the campaign features a working MacBook that has visible sticker marks.
The hero film satirises “beauty standards” for technology, following MacBook as it takes part in the Tech Beauty Pageant.Chief marketing officer at Back Market Joy Howard said: “For years,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/back-market-encourages-consumers-to-keep-imperfect-but-working-tech-in-new-campaign/Tue, 19 May 2026 05:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/back-market-encourages-consumers-to-keep-imperfect-but-working-tech-in-new-campaign/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/i-warned-that-putting-post-offices-into-wh-smith-branches-would-put-them-at-risk-letters/Mon, 18 May 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/i-warned-that-putting-post-offices-into-wh-smith-branches-would-put-them-at-risk-letters/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/saint-laurents-chief-says-luxury-must-work-harder-to-retain-customers/Mon, 18 May 2026 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/saint-laurents-chief-says-luxury-must-work-harder-to-retain-customers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tear-gas-and-fist-fights-overshadow-swatch-and-audemars-piguets-royal-pop-launch/Mon, 18 May 2026 16:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/tear-gas-and-fist-fights-overshadow-swatch-and-audemars-piguets-royal-pop-launch/ Later in April, the brand went on to announce that Myprotein would be partnering with Footasylum, with its activewear range making its high-street debut.
The range is currently available across seven UK Footasylum stores, including Manchester Arndale, Cardiff, White Rose Leeds, Meadowhall, Oxford Street, Metrocentre and Silverburn, according to THG’s w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/thg-nutrition-ceo-on-myproteins-activewear-high-street-debut-with-footasylum/Mon, 18 May 2026 14:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/thg-nutrition-ceo-on-myproteins-activewear-high-street-debut-with-footasylum/ For IZIPIZI, the bricks-and-mortar store is where the eyewear brand can solve the biggest barrier in its category.
Glasses are difficult to buy with confidence, and that’s doubly true within ecommerce. They sit at the centre of the face. They change how people look, how they feel, and how comfortable they are bei]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/izipizi-co-founder-charles-brun-on-using-stores-to-overcome-eyewears-biggest-issue/Mon, 18 May 2026 13:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/izipizi-co-founder-charles-brun-on-using-stores-to-overcome-eyewears-biggest-issue/ However, cash is actually witnessing a resurgence among holidaymakers, according to Sainsbury’s Travel money managing director Simon Phillips, with the payment method becoming particularly popular with younger shoppers.
The MD serves as Fexco’s retail foreign exchange managing director, after Sainsbury’s Bank offloaded its tra]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-travel-money-md-on-why-cash-is-seeing-a-resurgence-among-holidaymakers/Mon, 18 May 2026 12:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/sainsburys-travel-money-md-on-why-cash-is-seeing-a-resurgence-among-holidaymakers/ The new store, which opened on 15 May, replaced the brand’s previous store and offers “an enhanced shopping experience designed to better serve the local community and growing fanbase”. 
The site features “a more spacious and playful environment,” enabling customers to explore Miniso’s product ranges “in a vibrant new setting”.Related Story]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/miniso-relocates-to-new-store-in-brent-cross-shopping-centre/Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/miniso-relocates-to-new-store-in-brent-cross-shopping-centre/ The retailer said the move will allow creators to link directly to products through TikTok Shop, connecting trend-led social content with product conversion.
shoezone joins footwear brands including Puma, Soletrader and EGO on the platform, as it looks to grow engagement with younger shoppers and new parents.
The retailer is promoting a range of low-cost styles through the channel, including its]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shoezone-launches-on-tiktok-shop-as-retailer-targets-social-first-growth/Mon, 18 May 2026 11:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/shoezone-launches-on-tiktok-shop-as-retailer-targets-social-first-growth/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-technology-show-2026-turning-omnichannel-into-operational-advantage/Mon, 18 May 2026 11:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/retail-technology-show-2026-turning-omnichannel-into-operational-advantage/ The retailer has rolled out the pilot at its InMotion stores in Melbourne Airport, in partnership with Melbourne Airport, The Mercurius Group and AI Consulting Group.
The tool, named IMo, is now live at the InMotion store in Terminal 1 Pier B Airside and Terminal 3 Mezzanine.
Customers can access the assistant by scanning a QR code in-store, a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-launches-ai-shopping-assistant-at-melbourne-airport/Mon, 18 May 2026 11:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/retail/whsmith-launches-ai-shopping-assistant-at-melbourne-airport/ The once-dominant shopping channel filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in a Houston court last month, as it looks to restructure around $6bn of debt.
The business, which became a household name through its television shopping model, is now valued at around $2bn on a reorganised enterprise basis.
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