All articles by Caroline Parry
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AnalysisWinning the war for talent: How to attract and retain the workforce of the future
With staff shortages widespread across the sector, the Great Resignation far from over and the cost-of-living crisis only just beginning to play out, retail has reached an inflection point when it comes to its workforce.
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AnalysisFive things retailers can learn from Wimbledon
Founded in 1877, Wimbledon is the world’s oldest tennis tournament and its appeal shows no signs of waning. We look at what retailers can learn from Wimbledon.
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NewsSecond Grimsey review calls for action to avoid ghost towns
Local authorities need more power and stronger leadership to reinvigorate town centres in England and Wales, the latest report on the state of the high street by veteran retailer Bill Grimsey has warned.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Five ways Carpetright aims to get back on track
Floorcovering specialist Carpetright has capped a torrid year with £70.5m of pre-tax losses.
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NewsPwC fined £6.5m over BHS audit
The accountancy firm responsible for auditing BHS’ accounts ahead of its controversial £1 sale and subsequent collapse has fined a record £6.5m.
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AnalysisIs Amazon Prime’s subscription the future of delivery?
With Amazon Prime reported to have 80 million subscribers in the US alone, retailers such as Next and food delivery firm Deliveroo are following in its footsteps.
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AnalysisThe Hut wins with fast-growing international strategy
The KPMG International Growth Retailer of the Year has made a success of its ambitious international expansion strategy in just three years.
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AnalysisJohn Lewis succeeds with its digital loyalty solution
The Thoughtworks Customer Technology Innovation of the Year went to John Lewis for its mobile app that solved the customer frustration of forgetting physical loyalty cards and receipts in-store.
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AnalysisDixons Carphone masters its supply chain to win
The London Gateway Logistics Park Supply Chain Initiative of the Year was awarded to Dixons Carphone, which made its merger a logistical triumph.
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AnalysisSpecialist focus brings success for Dreams
The Island Pacific Speciality Retailer of the Year is bed-seller Dreams, which has bounced back from the brink to stand out from the crowd.
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AnalysisHallett Retail: Diversity wins it awards and staff loyalty
The Be Inspired Award for Diversity in Retail was picked up by Hallett Retail, thanks to the influential work of founder and managing director Wendy Hallett.
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AnalysisWhy retailers are investing in experiential stores
Retailers are increasingly investing in experiential stores, providing shoppers with unforgettable experiences to encourage them to keep on visiting the high street.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How will Brexit impact retail employment in the UK?
As a shocked UK descended into confusion following the Brexit decision, retailers have sought to reassure staff from EU countries.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis sales jump as early summer Clearance drives growth
John Lewis sales jumped last week as the early launch of its summer Clearance offset the economic turmoil caused by the EU referendum.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How can retailers score from the summer of sport?
A packed summer of sport, with the UEFA European Championship next month swiftly followed by the Rio Olympics, may be a dream come true for fans.
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NewsNational shop vacancies fall to lowest level since 2009
April saw shop vacancies fall to their lowest since December 2009 as more units are occupied for longer and long-term empty shops are removed from stock.
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NewsSWOT analysis: As Mountain Warehouse eyes a float, what does the future hold?
Outdoor and leisure retailer Mountain Warehouse has boosted plans for a £200m flotation this year with soaring full-year profits and sales.
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AnalysisAt a glance: Maisons du Monde, the French retailer hitting the UK
Maisons du Monde is poised to float in France this month, weeks after launching online in the UK. We take a look at the homewares retailer.
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NewsBig four grocers pledge to pass on 'tampon tax' savings to customers
The big four grocers have vowed to pass on lower prices to shoppers following the Government’s decision to scrap the ‘tampon tax’.
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NewsFrench homewares retailer Maisons du Monde eyes €1bn float
French furniture and homewares retailer Maisons du Monde is gearing up for a float that could value the business at more than €1bn (£788.6m).