Lidl to close Walsall warehouse, 100 jobs at risk
Lidl is to close its Walsall warehouse, placing 100 jobs at risk, as the grocer looks to strengthen its infrastructure across the UK.
Wilko to open two more UK stores this spring
Wilko said it is continuing its roll-out of new concept stores across the UK with two new stores set to open this spring.
Aldi latest supermarket to add payment option at checkout-free store
Aldi has introduced contactless payment to its checkout-free store in London to make shopping quicker and easier for customers.
Asda becomes first supermarket to price match Aldi and Lidl
Asda has become the first supermarket to price match both Aldi and Lidl across hundreds of everyday products.
Lidl finance chief steps down following £76m loss
Lidl UK finance boss Marco Di Costanzo has stepped down from his role, following a £76m loss from the discounter.
Poundland boss hails ‘amazing’ response to ex-Wilko store openings
Poundland boss Austin Cooke has claimed there is "plenty of positivity" on the high street, as he reported strong trading at the former Wilko stores it has converted.
Boxing Day sales could bring ‘deeper discounts’ after weak Black Friday
Overall Christmas spending is forecast to drop this year, meaning Boxing Day shoppers may find "deeper discounts" as retailers are left with more seasonal stock than expected.
Poundland hires 962 ex-Wilko employees amid rapid store expansion
Poundland has hired 962 ex-Wilko employees as it continues to convert the retailer's former locations amid its rapid expansion plans.
Poundland owner posts ‘disappointing’ profits
Poundland owner Pepco Group has posted a record full year revenue of £4.8m in the year to 30 September.
Exclusive: Wilko owner eyes 40 stores in next 12 months
Wilko owner Chris Dawson has revealed plans to open up to 40 new UK stores next year as he looks to restore the discount chain to its former glory.
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