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Rising costs and slowing spending could plunge the retail sector into crisis

Retail at risk of 'meltdown' over next decade

The retail sector could plunge into crisis over the next 10 years as costs explode and consumer demand slows according to a report by Verdict Consulting.

Marks & Spencer's school uniform is the cheapest on the market

M&S triggers schoolwear price battle

Marks & Spencer has thrown down the gauntlet to George at Asda and forced its rivals into heavy promotions after unveiling the cheapest school uniform on the market.

Sir Stuart Rose at the Marks & Spencer agm earlier this month

M&S faces fresh attack over dual chairman role

The Local Authority Pension Fund Forum said yesterday it would file a shareholder resolution at Marks & Spencers's annual general meeting next year if the retailer does not move to split the chairman and chief executive roles.

Drapers Awards deadline extended

Drapers Awards deadline extended

Due to popular demand, the deadline for entries for this year's Drapers Awards has been extended to August 1 - so there's still a few days left to get your entries in.

Natalie Massenet

The Drapers Interview: Natalie Massenet

Convincing luxury labels to sell online was the hard part for Net-a-Porter's founder, whose groundbreaking business has gone on to change the way women shop.

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Primark

Analysis: Counting the cost

How will Primark be affected by the BBC's child labour exposé? Drapers commissioned an exclusive ICM poll to find out.

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Banana Republic, London

Shopwatch: Banana Republic, London

After debuting on Regent Street, Gap's sister chain is determined to live up to the hype surrounding its UK launch.

This Fashion Life

Yvan Benbanaste

This Fashion Life: Yvan Benbanaste

Italian brand Pal Zileri's fashion co-ordinator tells Khabi Mirza how the business is engaging with a directional casualwear customer.