Retail sales in Great Britain rebound strongly after Christmas slump

Rise of 3.4% in January is biggest monthly increase since April 2021 as shoppers return to storesBusiness live – latest updatesRetailers in Great Britain enjoyed the strongest rebound in monthly sales in almost three years in January as people returned to the shops after a slump in Christmas shopping.Sales rose by 3.4% last month, the biggest monthly rise since April 2021, as all retail sectors except clothing stores experienced an increase, providing welcome relief after dire Christmas tr