Heatwave melts recovery in retail footfall

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 Retail footfall in the UK remained under pressure in May as record temperatures kept consumers away from shops, according to the latest data

BRC chief Helen Dickinson said the warmer weather initially encouraged more shoppers into stores before a sharp decline when the heatwave hit towards the end of the month.

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