Tag: Marks & Spencer



“Game changing” Master Plan for Oldham Town Centre Revealed

Posted on 21 November, 2014 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News, Commercial Developments

As the north comes more prominently into focus with property investors from both the UK and overseas, local authorities in regions such as Greater Manchester are keen to highlight the positive impact an acquisition in the area could have. Along with providing... Read More

M&S Boss ‘pleased’ with 13th consecutive Quarterly Sales Drop

Posted on 5 November, 2014 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

Marks & Spencer (M&S) has continued its poor trading form, confirming its 13th consecutive quarterly sales drop for the second quarter of 2014. The problem still appears to be with the M&S clothing line, which was the primary contributor to... Read More

M&S eyes Scandinavian expansion

Posted on 20 September, 2014 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

Marks & Spencer, once one of the key players on the high street, has had a difficult time of late, with a lack of consumer enthusiasm for new clothing lines and increased competition causing the 130 year old retailer to fall behind key rival Next for the... Read More

Marks & Spencer announces Third Consecutive Annual Profits Fall

Posted on 20 May, 2014 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

Competition on the high street has become increasingly intense leading to many brands offering numerous promotions in order to win back customers from rivals. Unfortunately, while this has seen brands such as Next and River Island thrive, others such as Marks... Read More

Marks & Spencer Revealed as Anchor Store for Buchanan Galleries Extension

Posted on 14 August, 2013 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

Retailer Marks & Spencer has had something of a turbulent time of late, with critics claiming that its clothing line has failed to attract the attention of target audiences. However, as the autumn/winter collection has so far received positive reviews, it... Read More

Marks and Spencer Failed to Act on Asbestos Warnings in London Store

Posted on 6 February, 2013 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

Anyone involved in the construction industry, or with a knowledge of commercial property ownership, will have been warned of the risk of asbestos. Once a hugely common building material, the compound was banned after being found to contain significant health... Read More

Marks & Spencer Losing Oxford Street Battle

Posted on 10 November, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Business News

Oxford Street,London, one of the busiest shopping streets in the world. At the east end, Primark has opened a giant new 80,000 sq. ft. store, at the other end, Zara is opening a flagship store, its fourth store on Oxford Street, in the biggest new development... Read More

M&S Reveal World’s ‘Greenest’ Suit

Posted on 20 June, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Business News

Marks & Spencer (M&S) have unveiled the worlds greenest suit. You are probably wondering what the big news is about a green suit and who in their right mind would wear it?... Read More

Marks and Spencer Launch Commercial Property Banks

Posted on 12 June, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News, Industry News

The high street will be given a new addition next month when retail giants Marks and Spencer open their own chain of commercial property banks.... Read More

Poor Sales Hits Commercial Property M&S Staff Bonuses

Posted on 24 May, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Business News, Economy, Industry News

Commercial property Marks and Spencer is expected to cut its bonus for nearly 80,000 staff after it posts its first fall in yearly profits for three years this week.... Read More