Report Highlights Strides in Sustainability for Fashion Retail Industry 

 A new report by Deloitte in partnership with World Retail Congress, has launched today exploring how the fashion industry is using technology to power quick sustainability wins that can translate to long-term gains, both in and out of the boardroom.  

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John Lewis chair Sharon White reassures council members of her long-term plans for the Partnership 

John Lewis chair Sharon White sought to reassure doubts about her long-term plans for the Partnership ahead of a vote of confidence on Wednesday. 

In her opening remarks to the council, White addressed concerns that she was looking at seeking external investment for the business which would dilute the 100% employee-owned mutual model. 

“I want to be absolutely categorical, the John Lewis Partnership will always be an employee-owned business,” she said. 

“No ifs, no buts. There’s absolutely no question of demutualisation.” 

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eBay is launching a set of sustainability focused courses for small scale enterprises 

eBay is to launch a new training initiative that could help SMEs improve their understanding of sustainability and reduce their carbon footprint. 

The online retailer’s carbon academy is being created in conjunction with sustainability consultant Climate Partner and aims to give guidance on how to reduce the carbon footprint across firms’ day to day operations. 

Modules will include carbon offsetting, the circular economy, climate strategies for businesses, carbon accounting and communicating climate action. 

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Interview: Dobbies CEO reveals strategy for stores success 

In an exclusive interview, Graeme Jenkins, CEO of the UK’s largest garden centre operator Dobbies, reveals four things he’s putting at the top of his priority list 

1. Focusing on formats 
2. Engaging Communities  
3. Leading a people-first approach 
4. Committing to a sustainable future 

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