Treasury has so far given £50bn to businesses in Covid-19 support
More than £50 billion of loans to retailers and other businesses hit by the Covid-19 pandemic have been approved so far.
Dixons Carphone to axe 800 jobs as it overhauls store management
Dixons Carphone has announced plans to cut 800 jobs as part of an overhaul of its store management structure.
Hugo Boss sales drop 59% as store closures impact trading
Hugo Boss has seen its total sales drop by 59 per cent to €275 million (£248 million) in the second quarter of 2020 as store..
Sluggish footfall in first full week of mandatory face coverings
The first full week of mandatory coverings in retail shops around England has led to sluggish overall footfall figures across UK.
1700 jobs at risk as DW Sports lurches towards administration
DW Sports has said it is expected to tumble into administration, placing 1700 employees at risk.
Consumer confidence rises but Brits “remain aware of challenges”
New research has suggested that consumer confidence has improved as shoppers return to the high street post-lockdown..
Thomas Pink shutters London flagship store
Thomas Pink has shuttered its flagship store on London's Jermyn Street store. The shirtmaker, which is owned by French luxury..
Eat Out to Help Out: M&S to reopen 102 cafes with 50% off
M&S has announced it is reopening over 100 more cafes across the UK as part of the Eat Out to Help Out scheme to encourage..
Government confirms end date for special Covid-19 retail grants
The UK Government has confirmed that that three special grants created to help retailers suffering from Covid-19 will end Aug 28
Chancellor warned he has 24hrs to avoid “historic mistake” on furlough scheme
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has been told he has 24 hours to change course on the government’s furlough scheme.
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