Competitive
London
George, Next, Debenhams, Argos and Sainsbury's among those signed up to BRC guidance.
HMV to close 60 stores as sales dip; Next loses £22m of full price sales due to the snow.
IMG brokers deal with High Street retailer for collection of fitness wear.
New deals signed with Exspect and Xbox; success reported with Next childrenswear lines.
DRi brand making major in-roads in girls' apparel sector in key stores.
Fashion chain posts better than expected sales figures for the key trading period.
Push Merchandising, Famous Forever and The Officers Club all snap up brand.
Better than expected first half for retailer; City should upgrade profit forecasts for 2009.
Apparel inspired by Mattel's iconic doll going into Brown Thomas, Next and Miss Selfridge as part of new anniversary push.
Amazon UK, Argos, Play.com and Tesco.com ranked as most popular UK online stores.
Balance sheet remains robust and focus will continue on developing new ranges in clothing and homewares.
14 weeks to November 1st 'in line with previous guidance' says High Street retailer.
No return to growth in consumer spending in the medium term, says High Street retailer.