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UK's M&S Wins Court Challenge Over Blocked Marble Arch Store Plan

The British government's decision to block retailer Marks & Spencer from rebuilding its flagship store in Marble Arch in central London was unlawful, t...

UK Post-Christmas Shopping Provides Some Cheer For Retailers

British shopper numbers at stores on Boxing Day rose from a year earlier, especially in London, research data showed, marking a strong start to the post-Ch...

The Future Of Food On Display At Europe’s Only 100% Plant-Based Expo

The biggest 100% plant-based trade event in Europe, Plant Based World Expo Europe, set the stage for the future of the category in London – officiall...

Lidl Ranks As London's Third Largest Supermarket, Surpasses Asda

Lidl GB has emerged as the third largest supermarket in London, surpassing Asda and hitting a market share high of 9.1%, according to Kantar Till Roll for...

Natural & Organic Products Europe Opens This Week

Advocates of natural, organic and sustainable products are busy preparing for Natural & Organic Products Europe trade show (NOPEX) this week.

Waitrose To Open Gail's Bakery Areas To Selected Stores

British retailer Waitrose & Partners is to introduce dedicated Gail's Bakery areas to 64 outlets in the south and east of England by May this year, wit...

Tesco’s Whoosh Now Available From 1,000 Stores

Tesco has announced that its rapid delivery service Whoosh, is now available from 1,000 Express stores, as the retailer surpassed its own rollout targets.