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The Competition and Markets Authority has said it is proposing to accept Morrisons’ offer to sell 28 McColl’s stores across the UK in order to address the watchdog’s concerns over competition. The CMA launched an investigation into Morrisons £190 million acquisition of the convenience chain earlier this year. Following a phase one...

Nike has become the latest retailer to join the line-up at London’s Battersea Power Station when it opens on 14 October. Spanning around 8,380 square feet, the store will sit alongside brands such as Hackett, Theory, Ace + Tate, Castore, Mango, Aēsop and Battersea Bookshop who are all setting up shop...

Morrisons has launched a “mega” toy sale to help customers spread the cost of buying gifts this Christmas. The supermarket is offering up to 50% off must-have toys this year, including L.O.L Dolls, Peppa Pig, Super Mario Kart and Hotwheels. With the deals now available in 423 stores while stocks last, Morrisons...

Pretty Little Thing has teamed up with cancer awareness and action charity GirlvsCancer to launch its first collection of post-surgery lingerie. The 18-month collaboration has seen the retailer introduce a range of seamless bras, bodysuits and lace dressing gowns. Pretty Little Thing said the move was prompted by the fact that women...

Boots has pledged to bring customers the “most affordable Christmas ever” after new research revealed that two thirds of shoppers are looking to cut the cost of buying presents. To help customers to save money during the cost-of-living crisis, Boots has introduced an extensive programme of deals and its widest range...

Primark has launched a collection of leisurewear, underwear, nightwear and accessories for women who have been impacted by breast cancer. The 28-piece range has been co-designed and developed alongside the Breast Cancer Now charity and those who have experienced breast cancer and undergone breast surgery.    Items come in a range of colours...

Brewing company AB InBev has announced the European launch of its online Corona lifestyle store. The shop is a collaboration with sports and lifestyle retail company Cube Partnership after a deal was brokered by AB InBev’s exclusive licensing representative IMG. Corona’s lifestyle collection includes a range of organic cotton t-shirts and sweatshirts that...

Aldi has announced plans to create around 3,000 jobs in the run-up to Christmas. The supermarket will be recruiting for over 2,000 temporary and permanent store positions where staff will help replenish stock and provide assistance to customers. Aldi is also looking to fill more than 850 roles across its 11 UK...

Shaftesbury has teamed up with Are You Mad to launch a visible recycling unit on London’s Carnaby Street. The space that will act as both a plastic sorting facility and retail store. Situated at the lower end of Carnaby Street, the Are You Mad shop collects plastic waste from local businesses and...

The John Lewis department store has launched a dress for hire service as it looks to help customers with the cost of living and encourage a more sustainable way of shopping. Customers can hire a clothing item in return for a fee starting from £20. They can choose from rental durations...