All Retail Insight articles – Page 16
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NewsMorrisons' expansion continues with purchase of six HMV stores
Morrisons has continued its push into the convenience sector with the acquisition of six HMV stores.
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NewsRetailers fear multiples high street invasion
Retailers are facing more competition on the high street as the grocery multiples line up to purchase Blockbuster sites.
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NewsShop vacancy rates decreased slightly in 2012
Overall shop vacancy rates in Great Britain reduced slightly in 2012 but the North is still struggling, according to a new report.
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NewsMorrisons snaps up 49 Blockbuster sites
Morrisons is set to strengthen its position in the convenience sector with the purchase of 49 Blockbuster stores.
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NewsFire-damaged store reopens after 18 months
Following 18 months of uncertainty and hard work, two retailers have reopened their store after it was destroyed during the London riots.
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NewsSubway unites with Applegreen to boost forecourt estate
Subway is set to increase its presence in the convenience sector following a partnership with service station operator Applegreen.
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Outrage over former Tesco chief's high street attitude
Retailers have expressed outrage over former Tesco boss Sir Terry Leahy’s comments on the high street.
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NewsNisa appoints two new board members
Nisa Retail Limited has appointed two new independent non-executive directors to its board.
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NewsFirst ever Community Shop Awards launched
The Plunkett Foundation is urging all 303 of the UK’s community-owned shops to enter the first ever Community Shop Awards.
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NewsEU to steer clear of member states' planning policies
The EU Commission’s decision to take a backseat on member states’ planning policies has been welcomed by the retail industry.
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NewsReport sets out proposals to help rural shops
Recommendations to the government about helping rural shops remain viable have been welcomed by the industry.
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NewsCamelot outlines plan to revamp National Lottery
Camelot is to revamp the National Lottery, changing the cost of playing and the prize breakdown.
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NewsTurnover up but profits down for Bestway Wholesale
The Bestway Group has posted a 5.7% increase in turnover for its wholesale arm for the year to June 30, 2012.
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NewsStores ready to meet cold weather challenge
Retailers across the UK are putting their bad weather contingency plans into practice as a prolonged cold snap settles in.
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NewsTown centre first policy proposed for Northern Ireland
A new planning policy has been proposed by Northern Ireland environment minster Alex Attwood in an effort to protect city and town centres.
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NewsMorrisons outperformed by independents over Christmas
Morrisons suffered a “disappointing” festive season compared to a number of independent retailers, according to the multiple’s latest trading figures.
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NewsRetailer awarded MBE for services to news delivery trade
A retailer has joined Olympians and pop stars on the Queen’s 2013 New Year Honours list.
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NewsLabour proposes 'Small Business Saturday'
Labour has called for a ‘Small Business Saturday’ initiative to be introduced to help independent retailers.
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NewsAnger over Sainsbury's browsing time on Dec 23
Retailers have expressed outrage over “exceptional measures” introduced by Sainsbury’s that will allow more time in store for its customers on Sunday December 23.
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NewsShop vacancy rates lower in October
Shop vacancy rates experienced their first significant reduction of 2012, a new report has shown.