UK government reduces EPR packaging tax by up to 40% for glass and hospitality sectors, exempting glass drinks containers sold directly to pubs and restaurants
Poundland supplier says the retailer’s owner has frozen roughly £50 million, limiting funds to settle debts and affecting UK jobs amid a retail crisis.
Government’s ‘Be Ready’ campaign boosted essential sales by 10% without panic buying, as shoppers added supplies to regular trips.
Retail workers face rising abuse, with 54% experiencing incidents weekly, prompting police intervention to address this growing issue.
A small group of repeat offenders accounts for up to 70% of UK retail crime, reveals Auror’s crime intelligence platform.
Egg prices jump by up to 19.2% as farm costs surge, with nearly one in five tracked lines showing inflation since October, according to Assosia data.
Over half of UK shoppers will cut Christmas spending on groceries and gifts this year due to rising energy costs, with 53% reducing festive food budgets.
Poundland's leadership meets minister to discuss financial struggles and avert administration, aiming to prevent the retailer's collapse.
Fewer than half of retailers feel prepared for the UK's deposit return scheme launch in October 2027.
Perkbox hires new chief product officer to enhance workplace perks platform.
