As the pandemic leads the UK into a recession, people are being more cautious about their spending. Selfridges and HURR’s luxury rental collaboration aims to offer a sustainable alternative to purchasing designer clothes outright, helping shoppers spend less and reduce their carbon footprint.

Primark has pledged that regardless of inflation driving up its costs, customers will not be asked to foot the bill, as the brand absorbs the costs itself. With people fearful of rising inflation in the UK, sheltering customers from its impact can have major brand loyalty benefits.

COVID-19 saw the hustle and bustle of city life grind to a halt, sparking fears of job losses and a financial downturn. Yet many people welcomed the slower pace of life. From embracing a commute-free work day to getting better acquainted with their neighbourhood, urbanites are switching gears and staying closer to home.

As the UK emerges from COVID-19 lockdown, public transport capacity is set to be severely limited to reduce the risk of further infection. But is a surge in private car journeys inevitable? Or could the post-pandemic world present a new opportunity to encourage greener, healthier commutes?