Kevin Keegan: I dressed in disguise to sneak into St James’ Park
Former Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan has revealed he dressed in disguise to sneak into St James’ Park following his fall-out with owner Mike Ashley.
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Ashley turns on shareholders after shambolic week for Sports Direct
Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley has launched a stunning assault on minority shareholders in the retailer, accusing them of stabbing him in the back over the departure of chairman Keith Hellawell.
House of Fraser and Debenhams merger discussed by Sports Direct board
Sports Direct board members have discussed a possible merger between Debenhams and House of Fraser, a company director has revealed.
Sports Direct chairman announces retirement ahead of AGM
Sports Direct chairman Keith Hellawell has said he will step down from the company, ending a controversial nine-year tenure in the role.
Sports Direct to appeal after judge backs criticism of management
Newcastle United owner and Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley is considering an appeal after being dealt a blow by a High Court judge.
Debenhams chairman lashes out over retailer’s future
The Debenhams chairman has lashed out at speculation over the struggling retailer’s future, insisting that the chain is not insolvent.
Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley faces kicking over failings
Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley faces the prospect of an embarrassing shareholder revolt this week with investors set to admonish the firm over corporate governance failures.
Quiz takes House of Fraser hit
Retailer Quiz has warned that it will take a £400,000 hit from House of Fraser’s collapse.
Mike Ashley can attend training any time he wants says Rafael Benitez
Rafael Benitez has told Newcastle owner Mike Ashley he needs no invitation to the club’s training ground.
House of Fraser stores to close as Mike Ashley takes aim at ‘greedy landlords’
House of Fraser is set to announce a spate of store closures this week, with new owner Mike Ashley blaming “greedy landlords” for potentially hundreds of job losses.
Newcastle boss Benitez urges St James’ Park crowd to get behind his team
Newcastle boss Rafael Benitez has urged protesting Newcastle fans to continue to back the team as he attempts to mould a new unit for a fresh Premier League survival fight.
House of Fraser store in Telford Centre reprieved, saving 150 jobs
House of Fraser’s store in the Telford Centre is to stay open under a deal secured by the retailer’s new owner, Sports Direct.
New finance chief for retailer Debenhams
Debenhams has appointed a former Domino’s Pizza executive as its new finance chief as the troubled retailer attempts to turn itself around.
Sales slip as video games retailer asks landlords for rent reductions
Game Digital has said that full year revenue is expected to edge down and profit will continue to come under pressure as it renegotiates store leases with landlords.
XPO Logistics axes 627 jobs at House of Fraser warehouse
XPO Logistics is axing more than 600 jobs at its House of Fraser warehouse after a dispute with the retailer’s new owner.
Mulberry warns over House of Fraser profits hit
Mulberry has warned that profits could take a £3 million hit following the collapse of department store chain House of Fraser.
House of Fraser collapsed owing creditors £484m, hitting brands such as Gucci
House of Fraser collapsed owing creditors such as Armani, Diesel and Prada a total of £484 million, new documents have shown.
Struggling Debenhams to cut nearly 100 jobs
Debenhams is to swing the axe on up to 90 staff as it enters redundancy talks with hundreds of workers at its fashion and home departments.
House of Fraser website offline amid reported delivery ‘wrangle’
House of Fraser has taken its website offline amid complaints from customers about delayed deliveries since the company was bought by Sports Direct last week.
House of Fraser merger rumours lift Debenhams’ shares
Debenhams’ shares have been boosted by rumours that retail boss Mike Ashley might merge it with rival department store House of Fraser.
Alan Shearer leads Mike Ashley jokes as Newcastle owner buys House of Fraser
Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley has bought House of Fraser out of administration for £90 million.
Ashley vows to save House of Fraser shops as he creates ‘Harrods of high street’
Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct will attempt to keep as many House of Fraser stores open as possible following a £90 million rescue of the ailing retailer.
Hammond hints at online tax change as high street firms continue to suffer
Philip Hammond has hinted at possible tax changes to ensure high street retailers are able to compete with online rivals, hours after House of Fraser was rescued in a last-ditch deal.
House of Fraser bought by Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct
Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct has struck a deal to rescue House of Fraser out of administration for £90 million, raising hopes for the future of thousands of staff.
Clock ticking for House of Fraser rescue as thousands of jobs hang in balance
House of Fraser is facing a race against the clock to find fresh investment and avoid a calamitous administration that would imperil 17,000 jobs.
Benitez voices frustration at Newcastle’s lack of ambition in transfer market
Rafael Benitez has expressed disquiet over Newcastle’s transfer activity, admitting he is unhappy that the club are “looking to just survive every year”.
House of Fraser’s future in doubt as Hamleys owner pulls investment
House of Fraser’s future is in doubt after C.banner, the Chinese owner of Hamleys, pulled its investment into the troubled retail chain.
House of Fraser ‘holds talks with Mike Ashley over rescue bid’
Sports Direct tycoon Mike Ashley and House of Fraser have discussed a new investment deal for the struggling retailer, according to reports.
Rangers bosses and Mike Ashley should try to make peace, says judge
A High Court judge says bosses at Rangers Football Club and Sports Direct and Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley should “try to make peace” after being told a merchandise deal row had settled.
Rangers bosses and Mike Ashley should try to make peace, says judge
A High Court judge says bosses at Rangers Football Club and Sports Direct and Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley should “try to make peace” after being told a merchandise deal row had settled.