Shopping second-hand fashion would prevent harmful emissions equivalent to flying around the world 17,000 times, says Oxfam
If all UK adults bought half of their next wardrobe second-hand, it could prevent a whopping 12.5 billion kilogrammes of carbon dioxide emissions entering the atmosphere, new [...]
IKEA invites Milton Keynes community to first of its kind ‘Car Boot’ sale this weekend
*Please note, all slots have now been filled, and IKEA is no longer accepting requests for sellers* IKEA is opening its carpark to the Milton Keynes community [...]
Sticky Mango selects Cain’s Islington Square for third site
Cain International (‘Cain’), the privately held investment firm, has agreed a letting to contemporary South-East Asian concept Sticky Mango at its mixed-use destination, Islington Square. Brokered by [...]
Back-to-school: How retailers can get it right
By Rob Shaw, SVP Global Sales at Fluent Commerce Every parent has been there: The last-minute rush to get back-to-school supplies just before the new year begins. [...]
How retailers can elevate the total experience with Conversational AI (CAI)
By Gopi Polavarapu, Senior VP and General Manager at Kore.ai ChatGPT and generative AI have been gaining traction across many sectors and retail is no exception. But [...]
Retail Assist announces Client Summit 2023
Retail Assist is pleased to announce its upcoming 2023 Client Summit, bringing together technology enthusiasts and professionals from across the country in the retail and hospitality industry. [...]
EE launches new Experience store in Bluewater Shopping Centre inviting shoppers in Kent to get hands on with connected technology
EE is launching its new Experience store in Bluewater Shopping Centre, combining physical and digital experiences to bring to life the latest connected technology The Bluewater store [...]
Superdrug launches new Apprenticeship Campaign to push for progress in apprentice recruitment across the UK
‘Rise Up to Level Up’ pledges to employ 500 apprentices this academic year, double the roles available over the next three years and push for progress in [...]
Søstrene Grene to open first Surrey store at Woking’s Victoria Place
Victoria Place in Woking is to welcome Danish homeware retailer, Søstrene Grene, later this year, as part of its rapid expansion across the UK. Occupying a prominent [...]
Co-op serves-up new and improved store in village of West Kingsdown
Co-op has launched a new, improved and larger store (Friday 18thAugust 2023) to serve the village of West Kingsdown, Sevenoaks (Kent). The convenience retailer is relocating to [...]
Autumn Fair puts trends & sustainability centre stage
Renowned for its inspirational and insightful content, Autumn Fair has announced this year’s focus will be on home & gifting trends and sustainability with dedicated days for [...]
Punnets to Points: Nectar shoppers earn bonus Nectar points when buying fruit and vegetables
The Great fruit & veg challenge returns, with even more bonus Nectar points up for grabs Customers could earn a minimum of 1,000 additional Nectar points through the [...]
Co-op extends use of anti-theft ‘dummy display packaging’ to deter prolific and persistent offenders
Co-op is extending its trial of anti-theft ‘dummy display packaging’ for targeted products on its shelves to deter rising levels of crime driven by prolific and persistent [...]
Surface Design Awards 2024 are now open for entries
Back and better than ever for the 12th year, the Surface Design Awards are now open for entries. Organised by Surface Design Show, the Awards highlight the [...]
Simply Be launches Podcast Series: Shaping Success
Inclusive fashion brand, Simply Be is launching a new podcast series, hosted by Fleur East, who will be talking to some of the UK’s leading female icons [...]
GAIL’s rolls into the Ashley Centre
CBRE Investment Management (CBRE IM) has announced GAIL’s, the artisanal bakery concept and café, has opened at the Ashley Centre, Epsom’s premier shopping destination. GAIL’s has launched [...]
Highland BlindCraft’s award recognition is dream come true
An inclusive mattress and bed manufacturer in the Scottish Highlands is celebrating a trio of high profile award nominations. Highland BlindCraft, a social enterprise and charity headquartered [...]
New M&S store opens at Liverpool ONE
After months of anticipation, Marks & Spencer has officially opened its latest new store on Liverpool ONE’s South John Street. The new store covers 70,000 sq ft [...]
2023 Women’s World Cup Semi Final hospitality sales set to peak at £32m as fans flock to local pubs
2 million consumers plan to tune in to the games from hospitality venues, boosting sales by £32m – the highest of all stages throughout the competition Hospitality [...]
The O2 simplifies brand architecture with ‘Outlet Shopping at The O2’
The O2 has announced a revision of its outlet shopping brand identity, simplifying ‘Icon Outlet at The O2’, which is owned and operated by AEG and Crosstree Real [...]
August 2026 issue
2026 A1 Buyers Guide
