British retailers reported a big boost in sales in May, after lockdown measures ended last month and a relaxation of COVID restrictions on hospitality drew more shoppers into town centres. The British Retail Consortium said total sales among its members, who include supermarkets and high-street chains, were 10.0% higher last month than in May two years ago.

UK retailers report strong May sales after lockdown ends

British business confidence recorded its biggest monthly improvement in more than four years this month, reflecting optimism that COVID-19 vaccines will lead to economic recovery in 2021, a Lloyds Bank survey showed on Monday.

UK business morale jumps by most in over 4 years - Lloyds

Britain’s lockdown has been slowly lifting since May, with the last major change on July 4 when hotels, pubs and restaurants were allowed to reopen.

Two thirds of UK firms fully operational after COVID, says Survey

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UK retailers report strong May sales after lockdown ends

UK business morale jumps by most in over 4 years - Lloyds

Two thirds of UK firms fully operational after COVID, says Survey