Optical services and laser eye surgery group Optical Express has been rescued from collapse by its founder, preventing the loss of 1,600 jobs in the UK and Ireland. David Moulsdale has bought all the debt that the firm owes to the Royal Bank of... Read More
During the recession, an influx of payday lenders hit the high street with a vengeance. Families struggling to pay the bills often had no choice but to take out short-term loans with high interest rates, with the result that chains such as Wonga and Quick... Read More
Many people have turned to online shopping not only for ease, but also to save money. But Amazon has made a U-turn on its ‘super saver’ delivery for orders under £10, meaning many customers could end up paying more than on the high street. Amazon... Read More
When we think of July, we usually think of hot weather, a nice beach and a barbeque. But for one shop owner when they think of July, they think of Christmas shopping. Truro Cathedral Yes that’s right, a shop on the high street has opened up in Truro,... Read More
BRC calls for end to spat with high street The bosses of a number of the UK’s biggest e-retailers have joined forces to oppose proposals to introduce an online sales tax. In a letter to the chancellor they describe the suggestion as ‘nonsense’ and... Read More
The retail industry has experienced a significant boost during the current heatwave, with DIY stores, garden centres and supermarkets particularly enjoying their moment in the sun. However, the hot weather has not yielded hugely positive results for all... Read More
250,000 summonses for business rates arrears have been issued by magistrates’ courts in England over the past twelve months, the Grimsey Review has discovered. This equates to roughly one in seven commercial properties, highlighting the burden of the tax on... Read More
Supermarkets have been a key aspect of British life for many years, winning over consumers who previously visited a number of smaller high street stores in their weekly grocery shop. However, thanks to the growth of internet shopping in recent years, it seems... Read More
The retail industry has increasingly become one which relies on computers and smartphones rather than traditional bricks and mortar. Thanks to the variety of apps and e-tailers on offer, consumers may stock check, order and pay for items online, and can now... Read More
High street guru Mary Portas has come up with another plan to reduce town centre vacancy rates and increase footfall. The latest review of the Portas Pilots scheme reveals that a consultation will take place over the next six months to examine the benefits of... Read More
