Edinburgh Woollen Mill and Ponden Home, both part of the Philip Day retail conglomerate, have fallen into administration, with 2,900 jobs now at risk. Administrators were called into the retail operation on Friday November 6 after Edinburgh Woollen Mill and Ponden failed to find buyers. 866 staff were made redundant immediately, although both retail chains
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The high streets of North Nottinghamshire feeling the pressure of reduced footfall, both pre and post Covid-19, the team at North Notts BID has instigated a partnership with Bassetlaw District Council to take a fresh and creative look at revitalising Worksop and Retford town centres to support both national and independent retailers. Retail expert Bill
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The UK garden industry is well placed to be an engine of ‘green economic growth’ says the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), as it publishes positive industry monthly sales figures (up 25% v Sept 19) and a new consumer trend analysis report detailing changing consumer behaviours and how they’re here to stay. Keeping garden centres open
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With over 180 stores across the UK and Ireland, strategic alliances with brands such as Iceland, the roll-out of their very own luxury Kitchen Showrooms, and a trading history that stretches back over 30 years; The Range is now set to launch their latest business venture. This Autumn, The Range will allow trusted third-party partners
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Retail success post-COVID will rely on understanding new customer mindsets, says Conversity. Six months after COVID-19 started making its mark across the world, lockdown restrictions and widespread working from home offices have caused many consumers to rethink their shopping habits. Retail technology company Conversity believes that understanding the intricacies of these new mindsets is vital
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Retailers must place pre-season orders without delay or the spectre of stock shortages risks making a comeback in 2021, writes Garden Industry Manufacturers Association (GIMA) director, Vicky Nuttall. Close collaboration between suppliers and retailers has always forged a pathway to success, and in the absence of a crystal ball to predict how the Covid-19 pandemic
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