Retail sales in the United Kingdom grew less than expected in the lead up to Christmas, a vital time for most retailers who hope to make recover past woes. But with the outlook for January also weak, it’s been a very difficult year once again for the retail industry.
Among the sectors, food outlets reported good sales, as did clothing shops, but footwear and leather sales growth fell.
High street retailers, starved of cash, have already been forced to close their doors. If you’re a retailer, share your experience with us. If you’ve managed to overcome this difficult period, what do you believe the outlook to be for your business in the future?