JD Sports appoints Darren Shapland as interim chair
The retailer confirms board changes following its annual general meeting as former chair Andrew Higginson steps down
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Mulberry cuts losses by £23m as turnaround plan drives growth
Improved store and online sales help drive revenue growth and lower losses in latest financial year
Penelope Bourbon makes official UK debut
Luxco-owned whiskey brand Penelope has teamed up with London-based importer Lightbox Brands to launch in the UK The post Penelope Bourbon makes official UK debut appeared first on…
Tesco to launch delivery service on Uber Eats and Deliveroo
The retail chain will offer rapid grocery orders and loyalty discounts on rival platforms from August
Starbucks bringing viral Unicorn Frappuccino to UK for first time
Starbucks Unicorn Frappuccino, which became a viral sensation in the US when launched in 2017, will be available for three days only at UK coffeehouses. The mango flavoured…
Lidl tightens children’s marketing policy in new campaign featuring Paw Patrol
This month, Lidl is launching an international partnership with Paw Patrol in 30 countries. As part of this, the retailer is tightening its criteria for children’s marketing: only…
Inflation falls to 2.6% as fuel prices drop
The Consumer Prices Index drops to its lowest level since March 2025 but remains above the Bank of England target
Blue Diamond snaps up Highfield Garden World in expansion push
Blue Diamond has acquired Highfield Garden World in Gloucestershire, taking its portfolio to 55 garden centres across the UK and Channel Islands. The family-run business, located…
Mulberry cuts losses by £23m as sales rebound
Mulberry has dramatically narrowed its annual losses as higher sales, reduced discounting and tight cost control boosted its turnaround efforts. The luxury retailer’s reported…
UK inflation drop a ‘gift-wrapped goodie basket’ for Burnham
UK inflation fell to 2.6 per cent in June as lower fuel costs and easing food price rises offered some respite to cash-strapped households. The Consumer Prices Index dropped from…
Pladis Invests in New Production Line for Popular Biscuit Range
Pladis France has invested €5.4 million in a dedicated Mini BN production line following strong demand for the range