Lauretta Roberts

Marks & Spencer has appointed John Hunt as chief digital and technology officer, taking over the responsibilities currently held by Sacha Berendji, who will be leaving the retailer next spring.

The Woolworths Group CIO joins M&S as current operations director Sacha Berendji, who oversees digital and tech, remains on the executive team until April 2027.

Hush, the premium women's fashion and lifestyle brand, has appointed Sally-Anne Newson as Chief Customer Officer.

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B Corp-certified brand Scamp & Dude has released three co-designed charity bags at £28 each, with £10 from every sale going to causes chosen by the three TV personalities. The brand has now raised over £4.3m in donations and products.

John Lewis Partnership has committed to offering 1,000 more roles to care-experienced young people by 2030.

John Lewis Partnership has committed to offering 1,000 more roles to care-experienced young people by 2030, more than doubling its previous target.

Westfield has partnered with Central Saint Martins on a seven-week programme exploring the future of its UK retail destinations.

The Los Angeles-based sustainable womenswear brand is reportedly preparing to confidentially file for an initial public offering, with plans to list as soon as July. Revenue is expected to top $500 million this year.

Westfield has partnered with Central Saint Martins on a seven-week programme exploring the future of its UK retail destinations.