All People articles – Page 4
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Data
With controversy around DEI swirling, how gender-diverse are retail executive teams?
The FTSE Women Leaders Review provides a snapshot of female representation at the country’s leading retail businesses
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Opinion
‘Crime and policing bill is milestone in efforts to create safer retail environment’
Parliament’s recent efforts to tackle abuse against retailers are necessary and long overdue, argues Retail Trust CEO Chris Brook-Carter
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News
Aldi puts over 300 jobs at risk in head office shake-up
Aldi is planning to restructure some head office teams which could result in over 350 jobs lost.
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News
Ocado still in 'constructive' talks with Marks & Spencer over April payment
Ocado is still in “constructive conversations” with Marks & Spencer in a row over a final payment that is due in around a month’s time.
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Interview
Interview: B&Q chief executive Graham Bell on playing the hand you’re dealt
In an industry where many are struggling to see past the first quarter, B&Q boss Graham Bell is architecting a 10-year vision of its future.
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News
Asos names new UK managing director in top team shake-up
Fashion giant Asos has made several changes to its senior team to “further align its structure with its strategy” as it continues to drive growth.
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Analysis
How British Land plans to create a ‘fantastic location’ for central London retail
Retail Week speaks to Kate Lea, head of shopping centre leasing at British Land, to find out how the landlord is expanding its central London offering and how it aims to appeal to all types of customers
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Interview
Q&A: Frasers Group chief customer officer talks Sports Direct membership, building loyalty and unlocking success
Frasers Group chief customer officer David Clark talks exclusively to Retail Week about the retailer’s new Sports Direct Membership, the importance of building customer loyalty, elevating the omnichannel shopping experience and plans to roll the programme out across Flannels and Frasers in future.
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Analysis
New BRC manifesto outlines how retail can drive economic growth
The retail sector has been battling rising crime, Budget policies, shop closures and higher costs.
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News
Part-time retail jobs ‘at risk’ due to the impact from the Budget
Around one in 10 part-time jobs could be at risk due to the impact of the Budget and upcoming regulatory changes, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) warned.
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News
Go Outdoors becomes latest retailer to give staff body cameras
Specialist retailer Go Outdoors has been giving staff body-worn cameras as part of a trial to “deter theft” and “keep colleagues safe”.
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News
Former Farfetch executives accused of ‘serious mismanagement’ in High Court case
A number of former Farfetch executives are reportedly caught up in a High Court dispute.
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News
Co-op, M&S, B&M among top retailers for female representation on boards
Women occupied 43% of roles on major company boards in 2024, according to a government-backed report.
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News
Gymshark bolsters top team with new chief commercial officer
Gymshark has announced the appointment of a new chief commercial officer as it ramps up its US expansion strategy.
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News
River Island has appointed a new trading managing director
Suzy Slavid, who was previously a merchandise manager at the brand, rejoins following the news that former CEO Ben Lewis has retaken the reigns at the fashion brand.
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News
DFS has named a former Holland & Barret CEO as its non-exec director
DFS has appointed former Holland & Barrett boss Tony Buffin as an independent non-executive director.
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News
B&M CEO to step down as the discounter cuts its profit guidance again
B&M has announced its chief executive is retiring as the discounter cuts its profit guidance for a second time this year.
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News
Aldi ups pay for second time in a month on back of Lidl’s increase
Value grocer Aldi has announced a further pay rise for staff, just a month after originally revealing a higher rate.
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News
New Look is exiting Republic of Ireland with hundreds of jobs axed
Fashion giant New Look is reported to be exiting the Republic of Ireland with hundreds of jobs being axed as a result.