Retail footfall and sales figures for the December and the festive season have revealed a mixed outlook for the sector for 2025. With household spending continuing to the be squeezed, discount supermarkets Aldi and Lidl have both announced record breaking Christmas performance. Aldi saw a 3.4% … [Read more...]
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Refurbishment works begin at Macclesfield Indoor Market
Cheshire East Council has begun on the refurbishment of Macclesfield Indoor Market, with work set to complete in Spring 2025. Improvements aim to enhance the space within the town's Grosvenor Shopping Centre and deliver an environment where Macclesfield's independent offer can thrive. Physical … [Read more...]
Handforth retail group outperforms market
Handforth headquartered retailer, Pets at Home Group, outperformed subdued market conditions according to its Interim Results for the 28 week period to 10th October 2024. The retailer now believes it is in a strong position for the coming financial year following investments in its distribution … [Read more...]
John Lewis Cheadle celebrates Beauty Hall re-launch
John Lewis Cheadle has celebrated the revamp of its Beauty Hall, including welcoming two globally acclaimed new beauty brands: Charlotte Tilbury and Trinny London. The newly refurbished Beauty Hall, located on the First Floor, now boasts an even bigger range of best selling beauty, fragrance and … [Read more...]
John Lewis Partnership reveals impact of programme for care experienced people
Retail group, the John Lewis Partnership, has revealed a six-fold increase in job offers to care experienced people in the last 12 months and two years since launching its Building Happier Futures programme. The group, which includes John Lewis Cheadle as well as the Waitrose supermarket chain, … [Read more...]
John Lewis Cheadle to host Fashion Show in aid of hospice charity
John Lewis Cheadle is hosting a fashion show to help raise money for St Ann’s Hospice’s Build It Together appeal for a new hospice in Heald Green. Tickets are on sale and going fast for a night of fun and fashion where you can support your local hospice. This will be the second catwalk show … [Read more...]
More than 20 new shops, bars and restaurants to open in Terminal 2 of Manchester Airport in 2025
Manchester Airport has announced the 22 new shops, restaurants and bars that will open in 2025 when the final phase of the hub’s Terminal 2 redevelopment completes. The first phase of the airport’s Terminal 2 opened in 2021 and features local brands like fast-food restaurant Archies, pizza … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport welcomes up-and-coming brands to terminals
Manchester Airport is continuing its commitment to supporting local retailers and up-and-coming brands to reach customers from all around the world with two new launches. The Sculpts, a design business started by a Mancunian couple during the pandemic, marks a huge milestone today, with the … [Read more...]
King’s School student wins LSH Auto BYD design competition
A Year 4 student from King’s School in Macclesfield has won a competition to have her car design wrapped onto a BYD Dolphin electric car. LSH Auto, the dealership group behind Mercedes Benz of Macclesfield, recently opened its new BYD store on Lyme Green Retail Park in Macclesfield. To celebrate, … [Read more...]
LSH Auto co-hosts sold-out networking event with Women of the Year Awards sponsors
LSH Auto, the car dealership group behind Mercedes-Benz of Macclesfield, has co-hosted a sold-out networking event for women in the region. As a sponsor of the Women of the Year (WOTY) Awards 2024, LSH Auto has collaborated with headline sponsor Aldermore bank and fellow sponsors national law … [Read more...]
Tighter regulations for digital markets become law
The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act has become law after gaining Royal Assent, strengthening consumer protections online. The Act brings in new rules about how businesses communicate pricing in online transactions, as well as regulating subscription contracts for consumers. New … [Read more...]
Cheshire pet care group well positioned for future growth
Handforth-based pet care group, Pets at Home, believes it is well positioned for strong growth in the coming years according to its FY2024 preliminary results. The group has reported revenue growth of 5.2% to £1.5 billion across both its retail and vet businesses. Despite this, it has seen profit … [Read more...]