UK economy improved in February despite lockdown measures
The UK economy rebounded slightly in February amid the third lockdown but was still almost 8% lower than before the pandemic, according to official...
Shares in retailers struggle despite high street reopening
The fact that shops were allowed to welcome customers again for the first time in months did not boost the share prices of some...
HMV welcomes back ‘regulars’ as stores reopen after lockdown
Shoppers have been hunting out hidden nuggets at HMV stores as the retailer welcomed back “all the usual faces” following the easing of lockdown...
Shoppers and drinkers take advantage of new freedoms as lockdown eases
Shoppers flocked to high streets and drinkers downed pints as coronavirus restrictions were lifted in England.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged the nation to “behave...
Ribble Cycles redefines omnichannel retail with Landmark Flagship Showroom
Ribble, a digital first business and renowned bicycle manufacturer has opened a brand new destinational flagship showroom in the heart of the Ribble valley,...
Cake Box eyes 52 new stores as sales rise despite lockdowns
Cake Box has said it is eyeing the opening of 52 new shops as it expects to deliver a jump in sales for the...
From bedspreads to flower beds, Homebase partners with Next to launch garden centres
Home and garden experts Homebase is set to bring the best of its gardening products and green-fingered expertise to a selection of Next stores....
Landlord Hammerson confirms talks over sale of UK retail parks
Property giant Hammerson has confirmed that it is in talks over a deal to sell its portfolio of UK retail parks.
It comes after reports...
Caution urged ahead of lockdown easing for shops and pub gardens in England
Caution has been urged ahead of a major easing of England’s lockdown which will allow pubs and restaurants to serve customers outside and hairdressers...
Covid restrictions: what is changing in England this week?
Lockdown restrictions in England are lifting further this week, allowing non-essential retail, hairdressers, gyms and pub beer gardens to reopen.
What is changing in England...