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Shop workers hardest hit in recession

The retail industry has seen the largest rise in people claiming jobseekers allowance in the last year, according to the Trades Union Congress (TUC).

Sofa sales sink ever further

Ahead of Monday's Bank Holiday there had been worries in the City about poor trading at the big-ticket retailers.By Glynn Davis

Carpetright eyes Allied Carpets hidden gem insurance business

Carpetright is in talks to acquire all or parts of the Allied Carpets Inspections business as it makes a play for the insurance market.

Land Securities chief given warning about future

Land Securities chief executive Francis Salway has been given an ultimatum to turn the struggling landlord around or face the sack, according to weekend newspaper reports.

Land Securities puts end to softer rent deals as demand rises

Landlord Land Securities has said it no longer plans to offer retail tenants concessions in its properties amid signs of increasing demand for space, leading some to claim that landlords are back in the driving seat at the negotiation table.

Retail helps stem British Land losses

Losses at shopping centre and retail park owner British Land have been stemmed in its first quarter, helped by a robust performance by its retail assets.

There is no end to this...

It doesn't take this column to tell you that there is much doom and gloom in the marketplace. by Glynn Davis

Primark pays out over alleged Superdry copy

Primark has settled a copyright disagreement with Superdry owner Laundry Athletics over its alleged copying of one of its leather jackets.

B&Q wins landlord concession to cut rent on seven larger stores

B&Q has secured a 10% reduction in rents for seven of its warehouse-format stores in a deal with landlord British Land.

M&S pre-let kickstarts Tunbridge Wells development

LxB's 50,000 sq ft deal with Marks & Spencer has allowed it to start one of the few out-of-town retail developments that are likely to go ahead in the current market.By Graham Parker, property editor

Retail rents to plunge 20% by end of 2010

Retail rents are expected to drop by 20 per cent by the end of 2010 as recessionary conditions force landlords to offer stores better terms.

Supermarkets under fire over suppliers accused of illegal rainforest destruction

The big four supermarkets are being accused of sourcing from Brazilian farms responsible for illegal deforestation.

Negative trading statements issued by listed retailers continues to soar

The number of negative trading statements issued by retailers on the London Stock Exchange during the first quarter of 2008 continues to increase and is at its highest level in two years, according to new research by Grant Thornton.

Retail round up - The Sunday papers

BBC Dragon lines up bid to rescue Woolworths, JJB Sports lender Barclays piles on pressure, Bidders spring up for Land of Leather, Whittard looks for a buyer, Tesco posts worst figures in 16 years, Property tycoon enters race to rescue Woolies, City predicts further 1% cut in base rate, Havoc for retailers as Woolworths hits buffer.....

H&M and HMV target Oxford Street Zavvi site

Entertainment retailer HMV and fashion chain H&M are in the final stages of signing for shops in the prominent former Zavvi store at the east end of Londons Oxford Street.

Five fashion retailers sign up at St Davids shopping centre

Five fashion retailers have signed up to the new extension at St Davids shopping centre in Cardiff, which opens on October 22.

Retail companies rank highly in The Sunday Times Best Companies survey

Retailers Bravissimo, Beaverbrooks, Net-a-Porter, White Stuff, DRL, Pets at Home and Lush have been named in The Sunday Times list of the 100 Best Companies To Work For.

Fewer, bigger stores for Arcadia as profits soar

Arcadias future lies in fewer, bigger stores, Sir Philip Green said this week as he revealed that profits at his fashion group have increased despite the recession.

Owner occupiers are slugging it out with investors as commercial property prices in Aberdeen contin

Owner occupiers are slugging it out with investors as commercial property prices in Aberdeen continue to rise despite the credit crunch doom and gloom.

Asda builds social site to push transparency

Asda is to launch a social networking website next week as part of its plan to become a more transparent business.

John Lewis unveils new home store format name

John Lewis has revealed that the name of its new format home and electricals store will be ?John Lewis at home?.

Ziff appeals to Stylo landlords for better terms

Stylo chairman Michael Ziff is in negotiations with landlords to strike acceptable terms after regaining control of much of the shoe group last week.

Boots eyes more drive-throughs after trial success

Boots is to expand its drive-through pharmacy business on the back of soaring sales at its trial location.

New chairman for Threshers owner

First Quench Retailing, the owner of off licence chain Threshers, has appointed a new chairman.

Retail round-up: What the weekend papers said, October 10-11 2009

The Mail on Sunday reported that big high street names including Mothercare and WH Smith could cash in on better property deals and be millions of pounds better off when they renegotiate their leases over the next few years.

Leading record companies lend backing to HMV

The chiefs of seven leading record companies have come out in support of HMV, saying that they are continuing to supply the retailer as normal and praising the unique role it plays in supporting the music industry in the UK.

Landlords split by Blacks CVA proposal approach

The Blacks Leisure proposed company voluntary arrangement has provoked mixed responses from the outdoor retailers landlords.

Banana Republic close to signing second UK store

Fashion brand Banana Republic is on the verge of signing a deal for its second UK store in the City of London.

BT Retail Week Technology Awards shortlist revealed

The 60-strong shortlist for this years BT Retail Week Technology Awards has been announced.

Baugur to relocate to UK

Jsgeir Jnesson to head up UK arm following following the conclusion of the State vs. Baugur Group case on June 5.