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Loyalty pricing practices at high street retailers ‘concerning’, says Which?
The consumer group found that one in six (16%) Superdrug products on a loyalty offer had been at the non-member price for less than half the year.
Mollie King: Becoming a mother made me realise my strength
The broadcaster encourages new parents to trust their instincts and to not compare their child’s progress to others.
Boots boss to stand down after six years at the helm
Sebastian James will stay with the group until November, when he will leave to take on another job in the healthcare sector.
Boots posts sales growth as parent firm reveals US store closures
In the UK, comparable retail sales grew by 6% year-on-year, with in-store sales higher for the quarter.
Strong demand for skincare helps Boots sales grow further
Boots’ UK boss Sebastian James said he is pleased to see “positive momentum” continue in recent months.
Just 2% of Black Friday deals were cheapest on the day last year – Which?
The watchdog said Black Friday deals ‘should be taken with a pinch of salt’.
Tearjerkers out as retailers go light-hearted for Christmas ad season
Sainsbury’s has brought in pop star Rick Astley alongside real employees for its advert that asks what Santa eats for Christmas dinner.
Strep A tests launching in Tesco and pharmacies to help combat winter shortages
Newfoundland Diagnostics said it has secured enough tests for around 30% of the nation’s requirements.
Skincare demand helps drive jump in sales at Boots
The pharmacy operator said retail sales increased by 11.7% year-on-year over the three months to August 31.
Carol Vorderman: Why my skin cancer scare means I no longer sunbathe
The presenter talks to Prudence Wade about the importance of sun safety, as skin cancer cases hit a record high.