All articles by Suzanne Bearne – Page 30
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NewsRiver Island to launch second Rihanna collection this autumn
River Island is set to launch a second collection with Rihanna this autumn building on the first spring range with the popstar earlier this year.
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NewsRetailers back Bangladesh factory inspection plan
A group of 70 retailers including H&M, Marks & Spencer and Primark, have signed up to a plan to inspect their clothing factories in Bangladesh in the wake of the collapse of the Rana Plaza factory in April.
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NewsMorrisons renames Wimbledon store to Murriwins after tennis victory
Morrisons has rebranded its Wimbledon store to Murriwins after tennis star Andy Murray took home the men’s singles title on Sunday.
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Analysis
Marks & Spencer's first quarter: What the analysts say
Marks & Spencer has today reported a 0.3% rise in like-for-like sales for the 13 weeks to June 29. Retail Week summarises what the analysts say about the performance.
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AnalysisIn numbers: Marks & Spencer's food bestsellers
Marks & Spencer food like-for-likes edged up 1.8% in its first quarter. Retail Week looks at its bestsellers within the food aisles.
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NewsSofa retailer CSL launches 'revolutionary' price pledge
Sofa retailer CSL has launched a Lowest Price Guarantee initiative that promises shoppers the best price in the market and pledges to refund customers if a purchase is later reduced.
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NewsAppliances Online gears up for stock market float
Online specialist Appliances Online is considering an IPO and is scheduled to hold talks with advisors over the coming weeks.
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NewsTesco-owned One Stop buys 33 stores from Alfred Jones
Tesco-owned One Stop has snapped up 33 stores from Spar operator Alfred Jones as part of its plans to grow the convenience fascia.
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NewsAnalysis: Maplin plots store growth as part of renewal strategy
Maplin’s, the electricals retailer, is on a mission to open more stores, entice female shoppers and invest in in-store technology.
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NewsPhase Eight signs up to Whiteley shopping centre
Fashion retailer Phase Eight has signed up to open a 1,518 sq ft store at Hampshire’s new shopping centre, Whiteley.
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NewsRetailers meet Government to improve factory conditions
Major UK retailers including Marks & Spencer, Tesco and Primark were among 20 retailers called to a Government meeting to discuss how clothing can be produced in safe conditions following the collapse of the Rana Plaza factory building in Bangladesh.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Collapsed fashion brand Nicole Farhi's likely suitors
Nicole Farhi collapsed into administration yesterday, as revealed by Retail-week.com. We look at the premium brand’s potential suitors.
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NewsAsda launches 360 degree laser checkout
Asda is trialling a 360 degree laser checkout at its York store as it looks to create a faster and more convenient shopping experience for its customers.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Nicole Farhi – the fashion brand at a glance
As fashion brand and retailer Nicole Farhi falls into administration, Retail Week looks back at the history of the company.
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NewsTesco to create first ever crowd-sourced wine
Tesco is tapping into social media to create what it claims will be the world’s first community sourced wine.
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NewsCarphone Warehouse partners with Kate Moss for accessories collection
Carphone Warehouse has collaborated with supermodel Kate Moss to develop a range of fashion accessories for smartphones and tablets.
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NewsTesco appoints agriculture director following horsemeat scandal
Tesco has appointed the National Farmers’ Union’s Tom Hind to the new role of agriculture director as part of the supermarket’s strategy to create a transparent supply chain in the wake of the horsemeat scandal.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Airport retail at a glance
As John Lewis prepares to jet into travel retail with the launch of a store at Heathrow Terminal 2 next year, Retail Week checks into the opportunities of airport retail
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AnalysisOcado half year results: What the analysts say
Ocado today revealed that it slipped into the red in its first half, posting a pre-tax loss of £3.8m. Retail Week rounds up the reaction from the City.
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NewsTesco sublets store space to gym operator Xercise4Less
Tesco has signed a deal to sublet space in its Stockton-on-Tees supermarket to gym operator Xercise4Less as part of its plans to downsize its larger stores.