John Lewis axes international delivery to focus on UK market
John Lewis has axed its international delivery service after a number of British retailers scrap their shipping to the European Union.
Harvey Nichols promotes COO Manju Malhotra to CEO
Harvey Nichols has announced the appointment of Manju Malhotra as its new chief executive with immediate effect.
Online purchases now account for up to 70% of John Lewis sales
Purchases made online accounted for up to 70 per cent of sales at John Lewis this year, as the retailer reported back on its Shop, Live, Look consumer report for 2020.
Debenhams gift cards expire as Mike Ashley considers empty stores
Debenhams gift cards expired on Sunday December 20. Mike Ashley is reportedly considering acquiring empty Debenhams stores alongside its online division.
John Lewis Partnership completes roll-out of Covid-19 testing
John Lewis Partnership has completed the roll out of its NHS Test and Trace thanks to a partnership with the Department of Health and Social Care.
M&S CEO reiterates refusal to pay back business rates relief
M&S CEO says business rates relief was "used it in the right way" and won't be returned. Steve Rowe calls on government for clarity as end of Brexit transition approaches: "detail of how we are going to move goods about needs to be finalised urgently".
2020: The (unforgiving) year that was
It's no secret that 2020 was an unforgiving year. Covid-19 presented challenges that retailers had never before anticipated.
John Lewis Partnership appoints Rita Clifton as deputy chair
The John Lewis Partnership has announced the appointment of Rita Clifton as its next deputy chair.
Debenhams launches closing down sale amid liquidation
Debenhams has launched a closing down sale despite receiving no offers from interested buyers since going into liquidation.
Associated British Foods joins line-up of Arcadia suitors
Associated British Foods is reportedly considering a bid for Arcadia. Deloitte administrators are set to receive firm offers for Sir Philip Green's retail empire by end of this week.
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