Total sales slipped for the first time since the trade body began monitoring the sector in 1995.
It is the 16th consecutive quarter of year-on-year decline in the retail workforce, proof that the transformation in the retail industry is ongoing.
BRC
One in 10 shops now empty as high street is hit by sluggish sales growth and declining footfall in 'challenging' month for retail
All regions reported a drop in footfall, sparking fresh fears for the future of bricks and mortar retail.
Retail sales plunge at fastest pace in 24 years, prompting fears of further job losses and store closures.
Footfall increased in March, with better weather helping the high street secure more shoppers than this time last year when the 'Beast from the East' caused havoc on figures. Overall, footfall increased by 1.4% in
Brexit appears to be driving a “needs-not-wants” approach to shopping, warns BRC chief exec.
New figures reveal the UK retail sector experienced little festive cheer in 2018.
October figures showed another month reflecting the continued long-term decline in footfall.
While independent jewellers welcome the Government's small business rates relief, many believe more can be done.