Asos mulls action against Leicester-based supplier
Chief executive Nick Beighton said the company had visited the Leicester-based factory during the coronavirus lockdown and that urgent action was needed to improve conditions.The supplier has…
Read morePatagonia announces first political endorsements in fight for the environment
The company, which has integrated the support and creation of environmental protection projects into its business strategy since the 1980s, has previously encouraged its customers to vote…
Read moreQuarter of online Christmas gifts are returned in UK – report
That’s because as many as one in four gifts bought online for the festive season will be returned by UK consumers. The London-based Centre for Economics and Business…
Read moreStefanel stays afloat after striking deal with two investors
The womenswear label pointed out that the deal was approved by the creditor banks. Between now and 31st July, Trinity Investment Limited, a fund managed by Attestor,…
Read moreUK consumer confidence stays muted, outlook for retailers is weak
The monthly report, prepared by GfK, showed a two point rise overall, although confidence is hardly running riot as that increase took it to only -12. That…
Read moreTrue Fit receives $25 million Series B funding
The company is behind the largest platform of apparel and footwear data, which it created in collaboration with the world’s leading fashion retailers and brands including Nordstrom,…
Read more‘Living wage compliance in B’desh a big challenge’
“A lot has happened over the past three years. We have already achieved major improvements since Rana Plaza, especially on structural and fire safety. Compliance with core…
Read moreVery Group offers roles for tech career returners
In the first phase of a new ‘career reinvention programme’, it’s open for applications from anyone who has taken a career break of two years or more, with the aim of…
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