The future of 750 pharmacies also in doubt in strategic review The Cooperative Group was once one of Britain’s most successful mutually owned businesses, but recent troubles have seen financial issues plague the day to day running of the company. Last... Read More
Theme parks and attractions such as Alton Towers and Madame Tussauds are big business in the UK, with visitors pushing up profits year on year as they attempt to fill their leisure time. Now the UK is set to gain another themed attraction with a modern twist,... Read More
Mergers between larger brands within the retail industry have become commonplace of late, with many firms concerned that the current consumer climate does not provide enough scope for large-scale profit rises when operating alone. While homeware and... Read More
Dublin’s booming technology sector has picked up so much momentum that it could well overtake London as Europe’s high-tech hub, according to one international property agent. A report from Colliers International, which looked at commercial property... Read More
As reported earlier this year, train stations are becoming key areas for retailers to open outlets due to the high level of passing trade and sales turnover. This has made the upcoming Canary Wharf Crossrail Station a lucrative location for many well-known... Read More
With consumer confidence on the rise, and the retail industry seeing widespread recovery, administrations have slowed significantly in the past year. However, retailers which do not correctly meet the needs of consumers are still at risk – a situation which... Read More
As the referendum that will decide Scotland’s future draws closer, the debate over whether to go it alone as an independent state or remain within the UK is heating up. Politicians from both sides are using every opportunity to present their case.... Read More
The retail industry suffered heavily at the hands of the recession, with news of administrations and liquidations hitting the press at an alarming rate. However, thanks to a combination of factors, recovery appears to be in full swing with the British Retail... Read More
Some of Britain’s biggest landlords are due to be paid more than £3m they are owed in rent by the administrators of the collapsed Game retail chain, the Court of Appeal has stated in a landmark ruling. British Land, Intu, Hammerson and Land... Read More
The Investa group has taken its second half-share in a prominent Sydney city centre office and retail development in as many months. Late last year the Investa Commercial Property Fund acquired a 50 per cent stake in the Glasshouse Retail Centre and an... Read More
