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Marks and Spencer

Marks & Spencer began life as the Penny Bazaar store in Kirkgate Market, Leeds, opened in 1884 by Michael Marks and Tom Spencer. The retailer has established itself as a key player on UK high streets, and now offers men’s, women’s and children’s wear, as well as homeware and food. In September 2023, M&S made a return to the FTSE 100 four years after it dropped out of the list of Britain’s biggest listed companies. The retailer has continued to boost its positioning in the fashion retail space under the leadership of CEO Stuart Machin and director of clothing and home Richard Price.

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M&S menswear director joins UKFT board

Marks & Spencer menswear director Mitch Hughes has today (27 April) joined the board at the UK Fashion & Textile Association (UKFT).

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Marks & Spencer ramps up use of low emission vehicles

Marks & Spencer is expanding its use of lower-emission vehicles as part of the retailer's roadmap to achieve net zero by 2040.

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M&S announces updates to Sparks loyalty programme

Marks and Spencer has relaunched its Sparks loyalty programme, replacing points with cash rewards as it looks to drive customer spend and support its digital growth strategy.

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M&S to open new retail park store, creating 75 jobs

Marks & Spencer is opening its newest store at Fairacres retail park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, next Wednesday (22 April), creating 75 new jobs.

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M&S hires AllSaints exec to lead merchandising transformation

Marks & Spencer has appointed AllSaints' former head of merchandising innovation, Sital Nakarja, as transformation lead for its merchandising planning platform, as the retailer accelerates efforts to modernise its buying and merchandising operations.

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M&S bets big on comfort with largest lingerie range to date

M&S has unveiled a new 300-piece lingerie collection, launching later this month, as it bets big on shapewear and everyday comfort.

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