Five things we learned about John Lewis' fight for survival

Like many incoming bosses, Dame Sharon White promised a sweeping review of her new business when she arrived in March. On Thursday, she asked stakeholders to wait until next month for a big unveil of her plan that is meant to stabilise the mutual. She has already hinted at some eyebrow-raising measures, including the conversion of excess space in stores into housing and offices. Nina Bhatia, who was hired in February to lead the review of both Waitrose and John Lewis, insisted there was "no myst