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title: Retail news round up (14/08/20)
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# [Retail news round up (14/08/20)](https://blog.redwigwam.com/newsletter-august-14-2020)

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### It's been a busy week in the retail world, with lots going on.

Here's a quick round up of some of the top news stories this week.

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Great news for hospitality businesses, as we heard more than 10.5million meals have been claimed in the first week of the 'Eat Out to Help Out' scheme - have you taken advantage yet? 

[Read more...](https://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2020/08/11/How-many-meals-have-been-claimed-on-Eat-Out-to-Help-Out#.XzKfsKLgvl8.twitter)

Better news for the high street this week to, as footfall is steadily improving. Shopper numbers across all British retail destinations rose 3.8% in the last week. 

[Read more...](https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-britain-retail/uk-shopper-numbers-rise-after-launch-of-state-funded-dining-scheme-idUKKCN25612J)

One to watch for the future - if they get it right - Amazon have launched their FREE, delivery service for groceries. Should UK grocery chains be worried?

[Read more...](https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/online/amazon-free-grocery-delivery-should-uk-grocers-be-worried/647188.article#.XzFQZhkIKpQ.twitter)

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