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Apr 13, 2026 News

IKEA appoints new UK and Ireland lead

IKEA has announced the appointment of David McCabe as its new country retail manager and chief sustainability officer (CSO) for the UK and Ireland.

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Apr 13, 2026 News

Wayfair launches UK loyalty programme

Home furnishings retailer Wayfair has announced the launch of a new loyalty programme for shoppers as the brand continues to invest in the UK market.

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Apr 13, 2026 News

Qualita offers Kesterport customers continuity

Luxury furniture brand Kesterport is closing down following 40 years of trading in the UK, and supplier Qualita has announced that, in agreement with…

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Apr 13, 2026 News

Purecare acquires bedding manufacturer

Mattress protection specialist Purecare has announced the acquisition of Norfolk Feather, bringing together one of the UK’s best-established bedding…

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Apr 10, 2026 News

Retail footfall failed to deliver in March, say BRC-Sensormatic

Total UK retail footfall increased by 2.4% YoY in March, up from -4.7% in February, states the latest BRC-Sensormatic Footfall Monitor, adding that…

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Apr 09, 2026 News

The Sleep Group acquires Wow Sleep

The Sleep Group, which owns UK bedmakers Silentnight Group and Sleepeezee, has acquired Bradford-based contract bed and mattress manufacturer Wow…

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Apr 08, 2026 News

New ownership accelerates Laura Ashley's growth

Lifestyle brand Laura Ashley says it is entering its next phase of growth following a "landmark year" under the ownership of Marquee Brands: "2025…

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Apr 08, 2026 News

Wayfair to open first Florida store

Wayfair Inc plans to open its first large-format store in Florida at Galleria Fort Lauderdale, as part of the centre's comprehensive redevelopment,…

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Apr 07, 2026 News

Harvey Norman opens fourth UK store

Last Thursday (2nd April), Harvey Norman opened its 318th store globally – its fourth in the UK. The newest location, at The Gracechurch Centre in…

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Apr 07, 2026 News

Harrison Spinks expands into China

Fifth-generation luxury British bedmaker, Harrison Spinks, is set to expand into China from the end of the year through one of the country’s leading…

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Apr 07, 2026 News

Kyoto appoints new GM

Kyoto Futons has announced the appointment of Mark Ballard as GM. Mark joins with over 22 years’ experience in logistics, bringing a wealth of…

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Apr 07, 2026 News

Tempur extends wildlife conservation partnership

Sleep brand Tempur has extended its partnership with GreenTheUK, an environmental organisation dedicated to supporting wildlife conservation and…

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