The retail industry confronts a significant financial challenge with a £140 million increase in business rates due to recent inflation data.September’s inflation figures show a decrease…
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In August, UK supermarket sales witnessed a notable increase, primarily attributed to warmer weather conditions. This trend marked a significant shift, indicating consumer behavior influenced by…
UK’s public sector borrowing figures for August exceeded expectations, highlighting fiscal challenges.Public sector net borrowing hit £13.7 billion, overshooting forecasts by the Office for Budget Responsibility.The…
British retail sales have surged, marking the strongest growth in two years.Sales volumes rose 2.5%, surpassing expectations of a 1.5% increase.The Office for National Statistics reported…
Despite waning consumer confidence, retail sales in the UK rose in August.According to the Office for National Statistics, sales increased by 1% in August, building on…
August saw a notable increase in retail sales, with clothing and footwear sectors leading the way.The UK’s total retail sales volumes climbed by 1% in August,…
Retail prices in the UK have declined for the first time in nearly three years, as reported by recent data from the British Retail Consortium and…
The summer sports season, along with strategic discounts, bolstered retail sales in July, reversing the previous month’s decline.Retail sales saw a modest increase of 0.5% in…
Recent data reveals a significant surge in shoplifting incidents, marking a disturbing trend for retailers and law enforcement alike.In the year ending March 2024, shoplifting has…
Night shift workers are crucial for the UK economy, contributing to various industries requiring round-the-clock operations.Bath ranks highest with 37.62% of its population working night shifts,…