The majority of retailers in Britain predict a decline in business in 2011, a survey by a leading trade association showed today.

British retail inflation slowed for the first time in five months during November, but the industry warned of sharp price hikes in the new year.

British retail experts warned the key Christmas trading period hangs in the balance today as figures showed high street sales growth slowed last month.

Retailers saw sales growth slow sharply in September as demand for non-food goods slid for the first time in more than a year, according to retail figures today.

UK retail sales growth slowed sharply last month as fears over British government spending cuts saw consumers focus on essential purchases, according to figures today.

Retail sales in the UK bounced back by 2.2% last month as shoppers returned to the high street after January's wintry weather, figures revealed today.

Consumer confidence in Britain has increased for the third quarter in a row as people feel more positive about their job prospects and finances, research showed today.

British retailers have a “very tough” 12 months in store despite reporting robust Christmas sales figures, the head of the industry’s trade body has warned.

Inflation fears deterred British economic policymakers from a second rate cut in as many months today.

British yachtswoman Ellen MacArthur today announced her next major challenge - and like so many of her previous record bids she will be doing it alone.