More warnings about the prospects for the economy and its effect on retail in 2010 emerged last week, with indications from one retailer that the sector is not out of the woods yet. By Helen Dickinson
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Research by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) reveals that almost two-thirds of shoppers are less likely to return goods bought online than in store due to uncertainty over their consumer rights.
DFS set to be sold for £500m within days
UK retail sales values rose 2.2% on a like-for-like basis from February 2009, when sales had dropped 1.8%, hit by snow and consumer caution.
Chefs to act as "food ambassadors" for the brand, sharing tips and recipes and discussing ingredients.
After a number of recent enquiries from prospective purchasers, Cosgrave Property Group has confirmed that they are selling a prime investment property in London, which they acquired approximately four years ago.
New independent market research by industry analyst, Redshift Research, on behalf of Tripwire, has found that as the September 2010 PCI DSS deadline looms, 89% of companies are not currently audited and certified as compliant.
According to Mintel Research, in spite of the sluggish economy the online fashion market was worth £4.1bn in 2009, up 26 per cent on 2008. By Steve Davis
Mid-size high street retailers are performing well and consumer demand continues to grow.
UK retailers are at the forefront of providing the maximum possible nutritional information in the clearest possible way.
Retail round up - The Sunday Papers Shoppers could face VAT on food, John Lewis staff in line for bonus, Morrisons considers retention package for FD, Matalan founder takes home £250m pay cheque, Cath Kidston comes up roses, Gucci turns to Asia for bulk of investment
Those put off by demands for equal pay for agency workers could find themselves in real financial danger if they recruit too many permanent staff too quickly with slow market growth, risk and uncertainty forecast for the year.
In the current market, it is vital that retailers should be examining the terms on which they do business and be taking active steps to protect themselves when entering into relationships with new companies, be they established players or new entrants. by Fiona Ghosh
Another free to access website to cover the entire multi channel arena.
Children's clothing shops among 57,000 hit by VAT stealth tax
Aldata Solution has released findings from the second annual Global Retail CIO Survey, jointly sponsored with IBM.
Sales performances in the grocery sector remain sluggish for a second month as shopper caution continues
Ballot results announced this week have given overwhelming support to an ambitious renaissance plan to regenerate one of London's most historic business districts.
A recent survey of the nation's employees carried out by healthcare provider Simplyhealth has revealed that one in two UK staff say their mental and physical wellbeing was ignored by their employer during the economic downturn.
The eagerly awaited targets that form the second phase of the Courtauld Commitment are being announced today
