Consumer and Retail in the News

Issue 607

Here are this week’s top stories in the consumer and retail sector:

Wilko now available nationwide through Deliveroo
(Retail Times)

Morrisons launches sensory equipment for autistic and neurodivergent shoppers
(The Retail Bulletin)

Ikea to introduce more compact stores
(Retail Gazette)

WHSmith to be removed from high street after 233 years
(BBC News)

Average pint price to exceed £5 for the first time
(Independent)

Retailer urged to sell off disposable vapes ahead of nationwide ban
(Talking Retail)

ASDA begins using facial recognition technology
(The Retail Bulletin)

M&S invest £50 million in north west stores
(Lancashire Business View)

Frasers Group raises 6.1% stake in THG
(Retail Gazette)

Unilever acquires personal care brand Wild
(Retail Gazette)