HMV warns of store closures & job cuts if landlord negotiations unsuccessful
HMV has warned of job losses and the closure of up to 10 stores unless it is able to secure new deals with its landlords.
The Book People collapses into administration threatening 400 jobs
The Book People has fallen into administration putting nearly 400 jobs at risk just a week before Christmas.
Icon outlet performs with strong trading figures
ICON Outlet at The O2 has announced a successful first year of trading and its strongest six-week performance yet.
Hamleys plots comeback
Hamleys new owner eyes new expansion plans and flagship revamp.
500 jobs at risk as Jessops calls in administrators for property arm
Dragons’ Den panellist Peter Jones has called in administrators for Jessops, putting 500 roles at risk of redundancy.
The Entertainer introduces Christmas Quiet Hour for autistic customers
The Entertainer is introducing a Christmas Quiet Hour across its stores as part of aims to make shopping more accessible.
Toys R Us officially returns from retail grave with new tech-focused store
Toys R Us will officially return from the retail graveyard this weekend as it launches a new tech-focused experiential store.
COMMENT: The big opportunity for entertainment merch in retail
Less Townsend argues that there are some exciting merchandise possibilities for those willing to focus on quality over quantity.
Royal Opera House to open its very first pop-up store for Christmas
The Royal Opera House is slated to open up its first ever pop-up store just in time for Christmas.
Union warns Asda’s contract row could affect shopper loyalty
The row over new contracts for workers at supermarket giant Asda could persuade shoppers to go elsewhere, a union warns.
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