Vinted matches Primark's cashless transactions in clear indication of pre-loved retail growth

CACI, the consumer and location intelligence specialist, has revealed that Vinted, the online marketplace, has matched Primark for the number of cashless transactions in March and April. The data comes from CACI’s new platform, Brand Dimensions, which compares spend across 300 well-known brands representative of the UK market.

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Amendments to plans for the most sustainable and intelligent workspace in Cambridge submitted to Council

Design changes have been submitted for Botanic Place, a new office scheme with planning permission being developed by Railpen and Socius, which will see the delivery of the most sustainable and intelligent workspace in the UK, outside of London. The amendments, which are currently under review by Cambridge City Council, will significantly reduce the carbon impact of construction, improve energy efficiency, promote active travel with greater accessibility and priority for cyclists over cars, and enhance the volume of accessible shared outdoor green space.

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Badiani continues its expansion with a new shop in Balham

Badiani, the renowned gelato producer, is thrilled to announce its continued expansion in the UK with the opening of a new shop in Balham on  Hildreth Street. Set to open its doors on 6th July, Badiani Balham will be the first to sell fresh, made-to-order pasta, alongside its usual offering of award-winning gelato, desserts and pastries. 

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Luxury childrenswear boutique to join the King's Road

Sloane Stanley has announced the signing of the luxury Childrenswear boutique,  Il Porticciolo, for its London flagship at 253 King’s Road. The London-based, Italian-produced clothing label is set to open on the Sloane Stanley Estate in early September.

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The O2 spices up F&B portfolio with the additions of Afrikana and Chipotle

The O2 has announced two new signings in the destination’s thriving Entertainment District, which is owned and operated by a joint venture between AEG Europe and Crosstree Real Estate.  Afrikana, the independent African fusion restaurant, and Chipotle Mexican Grill, the globally recognised fast-casual dining chain, will bolster the already extensive line-up of bars and restaurants at the world’s most popular live eventertainment, leisure and retail destination when they open later this summer.

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Six Pillars of Success: CACI and P-THREE reveal what it takes to create resilient places

Research conducted by CACI, the consumer and location intelligence specialist, and P-THREE, the specialist real estate agency and consultancy focused on mixed-use development and prime retail and leisure leasing, has revealed the six components critical for ensuring the UK’s towns, cities and retail destinations remain relevant for their communities.

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New wagamama restaurant set to arrive at Merry Hill

Sovereign Centros has announced that much-loved restaurant chain, wagamama, is set to arrive this year at Merry Hill. Serving its iconic menu of pan-Asian-inspired favourites, the restaurant will take a 4,000 sq ft space on the destination’s Upper Mall close to the upcoming Hollywood Bowl, adding to Merry Hill’s culinary line-up.

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Odd Muse returns to The Yards, Covent Garden following previous success at destination

Longmartin Properties Ltd, a joint venture between Shaftesbury Capital and the Mercers’ Company, has announced that Odd Muse, the independent ‘investment fashion’ label, has returned to The Yards, Covent Garden for its second pop-up, following its highly successful debut bricks-and-mortar experience at the destination last month.

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TAG team: David M Robinson & Liverpool ONE welcome city debut with TAG Heuer boutique

Grosvenor has announced that award-winning British luxury jewellery retailer, David M Robinson (DMR), is launching its third store at Liverpool ONE and a new city debut, following its consistently strong performance at the destination. DMR’s new 3,600 sq ft boutique will be in partnership with Swiss watch brand, TAG Heuer, and will mark LVMH’s first dedicated partnership in the city.

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