Ukraine statement

To all of our customers,

I am deeply distressed by the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ukraine - innocent people losing their lives, their loved ones, their homes, and families being separated.  

Today, the John Lewis Partnership is making a first donation of £100,000 to the British Red Cross directly in support of their Ukraine Crisis Appeal. This will help provide food, water, medicine, warm clothing and shelter to those whose lives have been torn apart by this invasion. 

The Partnership will also match donations from customers and our Partners (employees) up to £150,000 through this link.  

My thoughts are with the people of Ukraine and everyone affected by this terrible war.  We all share a common humanity and all conflicts - near and far - strike at the heart of our values. 

Sharon White,

Partner & Chairman, John Lewis Partnership