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29 December 2008
Trading Statement
John Lewis announces today that the first day of its Clearance sale yesterday (Saturday December 27) produced a record day's trade.

26 December 2008
John Lewis sees upsurge in last shopping days before Christmas - and it does not stop there
John Lewis has reported that the final four shopping days in the run-up to Christmas (including Christmas Eve) have seen a 2.5 per cent uplift on the same period last year (21-24 December 2007).

22 December 2008
John Lewis reports droves of last-minute men
On the last shopping weekend before Christmas, John Lewis has reported that men have, in true last-minute style, been hitting the shops in full force.

19 December 2008
Senior Appointments in the John Lewis Partnership
The John Lewis Partnership today announces that Patrick Lewis, currently Director, Retail Operations John Lewis, will become Partners' Counsellor from 2 February 2009.

18 December 2008
John Lewis Christmas trading update
Commenting on this week's trade so far, Dan Knowles, Director of Selling Operations, said: 'Sales at John Lewis continue to rise in the run up to Christmas. Particularly strong sellers this week are in childrenswear, toys, and consumer electronics'

15 December 2008
John Lewis reports record week for technology
John Lewis has today announced that last week (to Saturday 13 December) has been a record week in electricals and home technology (EHT).

11 December 2008
John Lewis Christmas trading update
Commenting on this week's trade so far, Patrick Lewis, Director of Retail Operations, said: 'Sales have continued to grow week on week with gifts, beauty and clothing all exceptionally busy'.

11 December 2008
Small but perfectly formed - Waitrose trials its first convenience format
Waitrose, the food shops of the John Lewis Partnership, has unveiled its first ever convenience format with the opening of a new 5,815sq ft shop in Trinity Square, Nottingham.

10 December 2008
John Lewis Partnership signs up to Prompt Payment Code
The John Lewis Partnership, which runs John Lewis department stores and Waitrose food shops, has signed up to the Prompt Payment Code, launched today by Lord Mandelson, Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform.

8 December 2008
Record online sales for John Lewis
John Lewis announces that last week (to Saturday 6 December) saw an all time record for online weekly sales.

4 December 2008
John Lewis Christmas trading update
Commenting on this week's trade so far, Nat Wakely, Director of Selling Operations, said: 'Trade so far this week has been much stronger than we have seen in the last three weeks.'

3 December 2008
Waitrose opens its first store in Clapham Junction
Waitrose, the food shops of the John Lewis Partnership, will reinforce its position in London this week with the opening of its first store in Clapham Junction on Thursday 4 December.

3 December 2008
Waitrose opens its first food shop in Chiswick
Pupils from Belmont Primary School will unveil Chiswick's first Waitrose at the former Woolworths in Chiswick High Road on Thursday 4 December.

1 December 2008
Weekly sales continue to rise at John Lewis
John Lewis saw a 10 per cent week-on-week uplift to its sales in the last seven days.

1 December 2008
Waitrose to open new store in Bristol
Waitrose, the food shops of the John Lewis Partnership, has today announced it will open its second convenience shop in the UK with a new store in Bristol.

27 November 2008
John Lewis and Waitrose to pass on VAT cut to shoppers
John Lewis will be passing on the VAT reduction in our department stores and online. The Waitrose approach is to take a minor VAT reduction and convert this into a major saving for our customers.

27 November 2008
John Lewis Christmas trading update
Commenting on this week's trade so far, Dan Knowles, Director of Selling Operations, said: 'Our sales trend this week is consistent with the preceding two weeks.'

24 November 2008
John Lewis sees Christmas arrive on the High Street
There are further indications that Christmas is coming to the High Street as John Lewis reports an increase in sales in its 'Christmas Shop' with items such as trees, decorations and advent products contributing to this upturn.

20 November 2008
Waitrose set to open first store in Weston-super-Mare
Waitrose, the food shops of the John Lewis Partnership, has today confirmed it has exchanged contracts with Warner Estate Holdings Plc (Warner Estate) to open its first shop in Weston-super-Mare, subject to planning approval by North Somerset Council.

19 November 2008
Waitrose opens its first store in Edgware Road
Waitrose will reinforce its position in London with the opening of its first store in Edgware Road on Thursday 27 November.

12 November 2008
Waitrose opens first shop in South Somerset
Waitrose will unveil its new shop in Crewkerne on Thursday 13 November, marking its first in South Somerset.

7 November 2008
New five year deal between Ocado and John Lewis Partnership
The John Lewis Partnership has agreed to a new five year Branding & Sourcing Agreement with Ocado and has transferred its 29 per cent share in Ocado to the John Lewis Partnership Pension Fund.

6 November 2008
John Lewis announces first shop outside the UK
John Lewis has announced plans to open its first new shop outside the United Kingdom in the Republic of Ireland.

4 November 2008
John Lewis to invest in refurbishment at Bluewater
John Lewis has announced it will be investing over £20million in a refurbishment of its Bluewater department store.

4 November 2008
Waitrose unveils first stores outside the UK
Waitrose has today opened the first of two new stores in Dubai, UAE - its first shops outside the UK - in a licensing partnership with Fine Fare Food Market LLC (FFFM).

31 October 2008
John Lewis Partnership announces four-year sports programme
The John Lewis Partnership has today launched a four-year sports programme, Partners in Sport.

29 October 2008
Waitrose Westfield opens with a fan fare
Waitrose, the food shops of the John Lewis Partnership, is opening in the prestigious Westfield Centre in White City, London, on Thursday 30 October at 9am.

8 October 2008
Waitrose puts weight behind quality pledge
Waitrose is turning the tables on supermarket price wars with a bold TV advertising campaign that reinforces its long standing 'quality pledge'.

1 October 2008
Small but perfectly formed - Waitrose trials its first convenience format
Waitrose has today unveiled plans to extend its business into new areas by developing its first convenience format.

22 September 2008
Supermarkets announce plans for co-operation with new buying alliance
Supermarkets Waitrose and Booths have today announced plans to join forces in a new buying alliance.

11 September 2008
Partnership invests for the future during the downturn
The John Lewis Partnership issues Interim Results for the half year ending 26 July 2008.

4 September 2008
John Lewis Leicester opens its doors
John Lewis upped its total number of branches from 26 to 27 on 4 September, with the opening of a new anchor store at the heart of Leicester's Highcross shopping centre.

14 August 2008
Waitrose to open new store in Kent
Waitrose, the food shops of the John Lewis Partnership, has confirmed it will open its first shop in Ashford next year after an application was approved by Ashford Borough Council.

4 August 2008
Waitrose set to open in Colchester
Waitrose, the food shops of the John Lewis Partnership, has confirmed it has exchanged contracts to open its first shop in Colchester, Essex.

29 July 2008
Work set to start on new Waitrose food shop in Winchester
Waitrose has confirmed that work on its new food shop in Weeke, Winchester, will start on 11 August.

29 July 2008
Four in ten drivers say no claim, less pain
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17 July 2008
John Lewis rolls out non acceptance of cheques
John Lewis has announced that from Friday 1 August all branches will only accept cash and card payments.

20 June 2008
Waitrose announce major football sponsorship deal with Reading Football Club
Waitrose, food shops of the John Lewis Partnership, have announced a major sponsorship deal with Reading Football Club.

19 June 2008
John Lewis Partnership wins Which? Best Credit Card Provider
The John Lewis Partnership has been named the UK's best credit card provider for its partnership card in the 2008 Which? Awards.

18 June 2008
Waitrose strengthens position in London
Waitrose expects to recruit up to 200,000 new London shoppers after acquiring four new shops in prime locations.

18 June 2008
Waitrose named Britain's favourite retailer in Which? Awards
Waitrose has been recognised as the number one high street retailer in the Which? Awards 2008.

17 June 2008
Waitrose becomes the first major retailer to switch to 100 per cent British bacon
At a time of dire straits for the British pig industry, Waitrose has become the first major retailer to commit to buying all of its fresh pork and bacon from British farmers.

6 June 2008
John Lewis launches new advertising campaign
John Lewis will launch an advertising campaign next week.

29 May 2008
John Lewis opens in Liverpool on Thursday 29 May at 10:15am
The face of shopping in Liverpool changed forever today when the new John Lewis shop opened on South John Street.

14 May 2008
Everyone Deserves Waitrose - New Brand Advertising Campaign Speaks To Food Lovers
Waitrose is to make the first major changes to its brand advertising for seven years with a new campaign designed to celebrate the enjoyment of food.

11 April 2008
John Lewis turbo charges its branded fashion offer for AW08 announcing an exclusive partnership with Jigsaw
Autumn Winter 2008 will see Jigsaw launching exclusively in John Lewis, including shoes, handbags and childrenswear.

4 April 2008
John Lewis Partnership invests £3 million in new hotel for Partners
John Lewis Partnership has today announced a £3 million investment in the purchase and refurbishment of Bala Lake Hotel in Bala, North Wales.

28 March 2008
John Lewis launches Spring television advertising campaign
John Lewis will launch its Spring television advertising campaign on Tuesday 1 April - its first at this time of year since 2005.

20 March 2008
Waitrose creates Executive Chef role to build on food excellence
Waitrose is today announcing the appointment of celebrated chef, Neil Nugent. Neil will take on a newly created high level role of Executive Chef.

14 March 2008
John Lewis appoints Managing Director of John Lewis Direct
John Lewis department stores has appointed Robin Terrell as Managing Director, John Lewis Direct. Robin will be responsible for all aspects of the retailer's on-line business, reporting to Commercial Director Phil Hullah.

6 March 2008
John Lewis Partnership results for the year ended 26 January 2008
John Lewis Partnership unaudited results for the year ended 26 January 2008.

6 March 2008
Chateau Waitrose - planting for an English future
Waitrose has today announced that it will be the first UK retailer to plant vines in England. The vines will be planted in the next year on the retailers own 4,000 acre farm, The Leckford Estate, in Hampshire.

27 February 2008
Waitrose appoints Personnel Director
Waitrose has today announced the appointment of Ailsa Emerson as Personnel Director, with effect from 19 May 2008.

21 February 2008
Leading chefs call on Brits to Save Our Bacon
A host of top chefs and foodies today joined Waitrose Food Illustrated magazine to ensure a fairer deal for struggling pig farmers.

11 February 2008
John Lewis trials phasing out cheques
John Lewis department stores has announced today that it will trial no longer accepting personal cheques in two of its branches.

29 January 2008
John Lewis announces cracking partnership with Wallace & Gromit's Children's Foundation
On Monday 28 January, Aardman characters Wallace and Gromit joined John Lewis staff in the cheese room at John Lewis Oxford Street Foodhall for a spot of cheese tasting.

24 January 2008
Waitrose and John Lewis named top of the shops by Which?
Waitrose has been recognised as the number one high street retailer for customer service in an annual survey by consumer magazine Which? Last year's winner John Lewis department stores came second in the survey.

11 January 2008
John Lewis and Waitrose voted Britain's favourite retailers
John Lewis department stores and Waitrose supermarkets have been voted Britain's favourite retailers in a poll of over 6,000 shoppers.

8 January 2008
John Lewis Partnership Christmas trading statement - 5 weeks to January 2008
The John Lewis Partnership today publishes a trading update for its two divisions, Waitrose and John Lewis, for the five weeks to 5 January 2008.

4 January 2008
John Lewis Clearance trading update
Trading update covering the first week of Clearance at John Lewis.

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