Co-op launches cyber ‘Thank You’ initiative for members ahead of peak summer period
Today, following the recent cyber-attack, Co-op has given an update on the Food business as it launches a thank you initiative to its members for their support. [...]
The Liberty Romford welcomes MINISO following successful pop-up
The Liberty Romford, the shopping centre owned and operated by Redical, has announced that global retailer, MINISO, has opened its latest store at the destination, following a successful pop-up [...]
New CrocsTM store to open at London Designer Outlet (LDO)
London Designer Outlet (LDO) is pleased to announce global footwear brand CrocsTM will open a new 1,456 sq ft store, later this year, becoming the latest on-trend brand [...]
Sephora UK set to open at Westgate Oxford in autumn 2025
Sephora UK has announced their 5th store opening for 2025, bringing its signature stripes to Oxford this autumn. Located at the iconic Westgate Oxford, this will be the [...]
What does ChatGPT’s new shopping capability mean for returns?
By Niels Krijnse Locker, VP Product at ReBound ChatGPT adding shopping features to its growing powers has sparked fresh speculation about how AI will continue to reshape the [...]
Premium luggage retailer makes regional debut at Victoria Leeds
Victoria Leeds, owned and operated by Redical, has announced that international travel and lifestyle retailer, TUMI, has opened the doors to its first store in the north of England at [...]
Iceland Foods Execs join forces with Prostate Cancer UK to raise awareness ahead of Father’s Day
In a heartfelt and timely conversation marking both Men’s Health Week (10th - 16th June) and Father’s Day (15th June), Iceland Foods CEO, Tarsem Dhaliwal OBE, and [...]
Primark will open its first standalone Home store in Great Britain this summer
Trafford Palazzo will become the retailer’s second Primark Home location, following the launch of the concept in Belfast earlier this year. The new store will be packed [...]
Women’s Euros tournament to give a £593 million boost to retail
15.2 million consumers to shop for the Women’s Euros tournament Food and drink sales forecast to hit £441.8 million Retail sales set to be up £129.5 million [...]
Autumn Fair and SaveTheHighStreet.org unite to launch ‘Retail Makeover Mission’
New nationwide campaign offers hands-on transformations, mentoring, and support to help independent retailers adapt, grow, and thrive £10,000 Competition offers Independent Retailers once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to supercharge their [...]
Derbion secures BREEAM In-Use Outstanding Certification
Derbion is proud to announce that it has become one of a few UK retail destinations to secure a BREEAM In-Use Outstanding-rating in the management of an asset, reflecting [...]
The forthcoming EAA gives the impetus to move away from usability and embrace accessibility
By Matt Sherwen, Managing Director of Sherwen Studios In just a few weeks, the European Accessibility Act (EAA) will come into force. This mandates that any retailer [...]
Dunelm distributes over 100,000 surprise bags from its Pausa Cafes in first year of ‘Too Good To Go’ partnership
Dunelm has distributed over 100,000 Surprise Bags of surplus food to customers in the first year of its partnership with Too Good To Go, significantly reducing food waste from its [...]
Doors open at East Midlands’ first Maki & Ramen
Award-winning restaurant, Maki & Ramen has officially opened its door at Highcross Leicester, bringing bold, authentic Japanese flavours and a visually striking dining experience to the city centre. [...]
The Boulevard scores with Hollywood Bowl deal
Full planning permission has been granted to Lotus Property for a 23,000 sq ft 21-lane bowling alley and family entertainment centre at its flagship retail scheme, The Boulevard [...]
Matalan to invest over £25 million in UK store estate as part of multi-year transformation programme
Investment will see Matalan open 10 new and relocated stores and upgrade 30 existing locations in 2025 Customers will benefit from improved store layouts, elevated design and [...]
Co-op partners with Royal Mail to roll out parcel lockers
Co-op is the first retail group in the convenience sector to host Royal Mail parcel lockers The lockers will provide a quick and convenient additional service for [...]
Seven openings in Shaftesbury Capital’s Soho including two UK firsts
Shaftesbury Capital has announced an abundance of activity across its Carnaby Street and Soho portfolio, as two international brands have launched debut stores, supported by new stores for [...]
Cornish Bakery targets 400+ UK locations
From the humble origins of a small fishing village in Cornwall, Cornish Bakery has been highly successful in expanding into ‘tourist hotspots’ and has since moved into [...]
Co-op serves-up its newest store in Cardiff
Co-op is welcoming members and customers into its newest store which has launched to serve and support the community in Penylan, Cardiff. The 2,500 sq ft purpose built new [...]
August 2025 issue
2025 A1 Buyers Guide
