Post Office branches are set to open in WH Smith stores. The trial, which will take place in six WH Smith branches across the country, is the latest attempt by Royal Mail to halt spiralling costs. The deal has been attacked by the Communication Workers Union as "blatant privatisation."
Marks & Spencer has announced plans to launch a home-furnishing range under its Autograph brand. The collection will primarily focus on bed linen and towels but will expand into other areas if it proves a success.
General retail The Women's Institute has called on the Competition Commission to widen its investigation of the grocery sector to include all areas of retail.
Baugur has announced that it intends to build stakes in large UK retailers with a new £1bn investment vehicle. Wm Morrison is thought to be a possible target of the Unity fund.
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