Retailing

The retailer blames the rise of online shopping for its decision, which risks hundreds of jobs.

Sales volumes in May saw their biggest monthly fall since December 2023.

Owner Paul Gillam says Covid-19 and the switch to online shopping have caused footfall to dwindle.

The store's coastal outlet, which specialises in books, will not close despite Norwich cutbacks.

Steve Smith says he made an attempt to buy his old firm, but was too late.

The retailer says the offer is to thank members but a retail analyst says the bar is high to redeem it.

A lack of coordinated action means cities have floundered, according to a property expert.

The discount chain sets out turnaround plans a week after it was bought by a US investment firm.