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Lack of face masks deters shoppers

Research from mystery shopping company, Storecheckers, has found that customers are more reluctant to return to shops where retail staff do not wear face coverings. The firm learned that in shops where staff did not wear face masks reduced shoppers' perceptions of safety, and made them less … [Read more...]

GMCA updates retailers on face covering exemptions

Following concerns raised by Greater Manchester's Disabled People's Panel, Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) have called for retailers to be mindful of the exemptions for many people from face covering regulations. Advice is as follows: With the government guidance advising the … [Read more...]

Barclaycard reveals July boost to non-essential retail spending

Data from Barclaycard, which sees nearly half of the UK's credit and debit card transactions, has revealed a July uptick in non-essential retail spending in July as Britons return to the high street. Spending on essential items, such as groceries, was up in July on the same month last year by … [Read more...]

LSH Auto expands Mercedes-Benz Vans aftersales

LSH Auto is planning an extension to the aftercare support offered to Mercedes-Benz Vans customers in the North-West. One of the UK’s leading Mercedes-Benz car retailers, LSH Auto was awarded its light commercial vehicle franchise less than a year ago. The workshop teams at Mercedes-Benz Vans of … [Read more...]

Shoppers asked to hit the high street for Shop Local Week

The government is asking shoppers to support local businesses to rebuild from the coronavirus pandemic as it launches Shop Local Week from 10th to 16th August. Shop Local Week is part of the government’s Enjoy Summer Safely campaign, encouraging people to resume their regular activities while … [Read more...]

Porsche centre opens in Stockport

Car retailer, Stratstone, has opened its new Porsche dealership on Marsland Street, Stockport, with the centre bringing the luxury marque to the town for the first time. The purpose built facility, comprises a two-storey showroom for 30 cars, and space for an expansive collection of Porsche … [Read more...]

Stockport craft markets resume trading

Traders at Stockport's Worker Bee Markets will return to events around Stockport in August, after a five month closure of the craft markets due to the coronavirus. The Worker Bee makers and traders are excited to be back and confident that they can provide a safe and comfortable environment in … [Read more...]

Retail chain raises over £50,000 for the NHS

Staff at at retail chain, The Range, have raised over £50,000 collectively across the brand's 175 stores. In addition to supporting in controlling the coronavirus pandemic through implementing social distancing and other measures in branch, the store-staff at the The Range have fundraised a grand … [Read more...]

Luxury kitchen showroom launches at The Range Stockport

The Range has announced that it will open a showroom for the retailer's luxury kitchen brand, Jonas & James, at its Stockport store at the Peel Centre. The Jonas & James kitchen showroom will open from Friday 21st August and aims to offer quality kitchens comparable to luxury brands at an … [Read more...]