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New food court for Meadowhall diners
The creation of an ambient and relaxed environment that will attract night time visitors, was the brief given to the architects practice behind the £7 million refurbishment of the Oasis, the restaurant and food court area at Meadhowhall Shopping Centre, Sheffield. The re-christened, “Dining Quarter” designed by The Harris Partnership...
   
Nautica launches at Debenhams
Debenhams has announced the exclusive launch of Nautica, the world famous American lifestyle brand to the UK. The Nautica brand, will debut in 21 Debenhams stores and online at Debenhams.com, with plans to roll out across all stores. Debenhams has introduced the heritage sailing brand in a bid to grow market share...
UK toy industry shows resilience
Market statistics released today highlight the UK toy industry’s resilience throughout 2011. According to retail tracking group NPD, sales increased by three per cent in value throughout 2011. The UK toy market is now valued at £2.96 billion and remains the largest in Europe.

Retail sales up over Christmas
Heavy discounting over Christmas helped to reverse the fortunes of many retailers who had faced a tough trading climate in preceding months. Figures released today by the British Retail Consortium show retail sales were 2.2% higher on a like-for-like basis from December 2010, when sales had fallen 0.3%, hit by snow.
 
 
Harvey Nichols chooses Liverpool One
Harvey Nichols, the UK’s premier fashion, beauty and lifestyle retailer, has chosen Liverpool ONE in which to launch a new concept, small format store. Harvey Nichols will occupy the 22,000 sq ft former Habitat store in Peter’s Lane, Liverpool ONE’s fashion hub. Details of the new store concept will be released in Spring 2012...

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