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April’s footfall story is a familiar one for UK retail: calendar triggers and good weather create short, sharp surges while the year-on-year picture remains softer as shoppers continue to weigh up value, convenience and the “need to visit” factor. Th…

March footfall delivered a positive boost to retail activity across the UK, with footfall rising month on month across all retail destinations. The increase reflects the influence of key dates in the calendar throughout the month, from Mother’s Day a…

January 2026 saw a typical post-holiday footfall slump, compounded by a modest year-on-year decline driven largely by severe weather from Storm Goretti. While high streets and shopping centres struggled with the rain and snow, retail parks and office…

Discover the insights behind the data, trends, and strategies that shaped retail performance in 2025 While the retail landscape faced significant economic shifts in 2025, certain destinations saw remarkable growth. Watch this exclusive on-demand webi…

UK consumers are returning to physical retail – but with very different expectations. MRI Software’s latest Trendspotter Report reveals rising store visits, especially among younger shoppers, alongside a mindset that is increasingly shifting wh…

Data-driven strategies and experience-led retail are redefining the Golden Quarter—is your brand ready for the 2026 shift? December delivered a welcome boost for UK retail, closing the year on a far more optimistic note than many had anticipated. Foo…