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Sainsbury’s has revealed the first in a collection of Christmas adverts, which will premiere on Saturday 14 November during The Voice and air online from 7am. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/35v51tj via IFTTT

Snappy Shopper is launching a new national TV, video on demand (VOD), radio and online advertising campaign in a move designed to encourage shoppers to shop locally via the home delivery app. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/2IwEpQ4 via IFTTT

ONE of the UK’s fastest-growing retailers is on course for a record-breaking year on the back of new store openings in 2020 and increased online demand for its flooring products during the Covid-19 pandemic. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/2H1HXZY via IFTTT

Aldi is launching its own 100% recyclable freezer bag, becoming the first UK supermarket to do so. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/3eXCm37 via IFTTT

Based in Milton Park, Abingdon, www.hampers.com - one of the UK’s largest hampers companies, providing luxury food and drink hampers and gifts around the world - has hired 38 temporary members of staff, all from within the local and surrounding areas, in a bid to keep up with the increased demand for online gift purchases ahead of Christmas. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/2UoliKm via IFTTT

Central England Co-op continues to lead the way for those in need across its communities by announcing that it will give all those who use Healthy Start vouchers an extra £1 to spend on vital food and essentials. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/2GWUvlc via IFTTT

Waitrose and John Lewis will today unveil this year’s Christmas advertising campaign, which - inspired by the kindness shown by the British public during the pandemic - encourages viewers to give a little love to others. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/2UojW2e via IFTTT

Peloton, the global interactive fitness platform that brings the energy and benefits of studio-style workouts to the convenience and comfort of home, has released its latest Christmas Campaign for the UK and Germany featuring two new versions of Nina Simone’s classic track Feeling Good. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/35rCgxP via IFTTT

According to IMRG, the UK’s online retail association, online sales in the UK grew by just 6.7% in 2019, but “a surprising surge in sales during Q4 suggests that it could be on track to bounce back in 2020.” That optimistic forecast was back in 2019, and it reflects the anticipated position of the Retail sector in a stable landscape and relatively normal market conditions. Of course, when analysts and market experts were making predictions for 2020, little did they know that this would be a most disruptive year for global markets, with emerging adversities and anomalies. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/2UrIkji via IFTTT

Leading fashion outlet developer, FASHION HOUSE Group has announced the opening of the third phase of FASHION HOUSE Outlet Centre Militari in Bucharest. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/3lsYViQ via IFTTT

Aldi has announced a Christmas bonus for its colleagues, as a thank you to those who have worked tirelessly on the frontline throughout this challenging year. Store and distribution colleagues will receive a 10% bonus for November, which will be paid in December ahead of Christmas. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/3pcF7Tb via IFTTT

Dune London, one of Europe’s most recognisable footwear brands, has announced its intention to open a new store in Northern Ireland’s prime retail site – its first outlet store in Northern Ireland. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/3p7xMEt via IFTTT

Lidl GB has today announced plans to increase the wages of all colleagues on hourly rates. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/2IjAHZK via IFTTT

Wayfair Inc., one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home, today unveiled the top trends that are emerging in festive decor and housewares as consumers get ready for the upcoming holiday season. With thousands of items available at the online homeware destination, Wayfair data sheds light on how customers are planning to celebrate Christmas in a year marked by unprecedented challenges. Tapping into thousands of searches across ​Wayfair.co.uk​, Wayfair uncovered the key trends that are taking shape: from Retail Times https://ift.tt/3leMneT via IFTTT

Latest data from retail experts Springboard reveals that footfall across all retail destinations declined last week by -15.4% from the week before, a complete volte-face from the week before when footfall had increased by +6.2%. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/2U5YP4y via IFTTT

A charity which supports families experiencing poverty has taken delivery of hundreds of brand-new toys and games which will be distributed to children in need this Christmas thanks to a special donation by retailer Central England Co-op. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/2UbqktD via IFTTT

Food banks across the south are set to benefit from a new fund set up by a regional co-operative. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/32u2hKO via IFTTT

Joules, the premium British lifestyle brand, has joined forces with its charity partner the Woodland Trust, the UK’s largest woodland conservation charity, to help its customers give back to the environment this Christmas. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/2U8dQ5T via IFTTT

Sunderland has become the first city in the North East to launch its own gift card scheme, as part of its on-going commitment to boosting the local economy. from Retail Times https://ift.tt/32tLCY1 via IFTTT

With non-essential stores now closed until December, IMRG is forecasting online retail sales growth in the range of +35-45% during the Black Friday peak trading period (23-30 November). from Retail Times https://ift.tt/3lq5HpH via IFTTT