Face masks should remain compulsory in shops, Usdaw says
The government is coming under increasing pressure from unions representing workers across the UK to reverse plans to end (...)
Petition launched to introduce ‘Shop Out to Help Out’ scheme
Refundable is launching a petition to introduce the Shop Out to Help Out scheme, in a bid to entice shoppers back out to high streets.
Mask rule change risks rise in abuse towards shop workers – BRC
Staff in shops could face an increase in abuse and violence in stores once restrictions are eased, according to the boss of (...)
Grocers seek clarity over mask-wearing after July 19
Grocery and retail bosses are seeking further government guidance around mask-wearing, despite the Prime Minister (...)
M&S promises surprises from a reshaped business
Marks & Spencer is emerging from the covid19 crisis as a very different business that will surprise people with its financial performance, Chairman says.
Westfield shoppers will be told to wear masks after July 19
Shoppers at Westfield shopping centres will be encouraged to wear masks even after Covid-19 restrictions are lifted from July 19.
UK high streets may never recover from Covid-19, ministers warn
Ministers have warned that footfall across high streets in the UK may never reach pre-pandemic levels as Boris Johnson confirmed plans to lift restrictions in shops, restaurants and pubs on England's "freedom day" on July 19.
“This is not the time to water down safety in stores,” Usdaw says
Usdaw urges the government to keep safety measures in place in stores as part of the release of Covid restrictions set to take place from July 19th.
Asda to launch hybrid working model for head office staff
Asda has confirmed it will introduce a permanent hybrid working model for head office workers once social distancing restrictions are lifted.
Retailers face rising costs as Covid support schemes taper off
Billions of pounds of Covid-19 support is being phased out as the economy begins to tentatively recover from the crisis.
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