Browsing: British Retail Consortium

The retail sector is encountering a new financial challenge as inflation rates shift, affecting their business operations.Latest data reveals that…

The retail industry braces for a £140m increase in business rates.Recent CPI figures indicate a 1.7% inflation increase for September.CPIH…

Retailers have issued a plea to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, urging her to address business rates concerns.A forthcoming £2.7 billion tax…

Retail sales in September saw a notable boost driven by the start of the academic year and changing seasons.The British…

UK retail sales rose by 2% in September 2024, surpassing the three-month and 12-month growth averages.Clothing and footwear significantly contributed…

The six major UK supermarkets have collectively urged a reduction in business rates.An open letter was penned by the British…

Leading retail executives have petitioned the government to revise business rates, citing current imbalances.Over 70 retail leaders, including M&S and…

An appeal has been made by over 70 retail CEOs for a business rates amendment.The proposed “Retail Rates Corrector” seeks…

September saw a notable increase in retail footfall for the first time in over a year.Shopper visits rose by 3.3%…

Retail footfall in the UK has risen for the first time in over a year, signalling a positive shift in…