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Sales drop dash recovery hopes
RETAIL sales fell throughout August, after two months of growth, dashing hopes of a recovery in consumer spending.
The latest figures from the British Retail Consortium show that UK retail sales values fell 0.1 per cent on a like for like basis from August 2008, with footwear and clothing sales continuing to weaken more than other areas.
Craig Phillipson, of retail consultancy firm Shopworks, said: 'August is always a time when people re-prioritise their spending."
RETAIL sales fell throughout August, after two months of growth, dashing hopes of a recovery in consumer spending.
The latest figures from the British Retail Consortium show that UK retail sales values fell 0.1 per cent on a like for like basis from August 2008, with footwear and clothing sales continuing to weaken more than other areas.
Craig Phillipson, of retail consultancy firm Shopworks, said: 'August is always a time when people re-prioritise their spending."
BFA training scheme launched
THE British Footwear Association has announced the launch of a new training scheme.
The BFA Training Support Programme is aimed at its small and medium sized members and will offer grants and support to help businesses with their training.
Richard Kottler, BFA chief executive, said: 'Our members have told us that they need really practical help and funding to support their company training, which has become a particular issue during these difficult times.
THE British Footwear Association has announced the launch of a new training scheme.
The BFA Training Support Programme is aimed at its small and medium sized members and will offer grants and support to help businesses with their training.
Richard Kottler, BFA chief executive, said: 'Our members have told us that they need really practical help and funding to support their company training, which has become a particular issue during these difficult times.
