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4 NEWS: John Lewis reports year-on-year losses 5 NEWS: The ERT Awards returns to London this November! 6 NEWS: Consumers to hit the shops this bank holiday season 8 REVIEW: Innovation returns to Chicago’s Inspired Home Show


12 OPINION: “I am a great believer in ‘not wasting a good crisis,’ and the opportunity to do so has never been bigger,” writes Robert Hughes


14 INTERVIEW: We hear from AWE about the return of the Smart Home Expo next month – showcasing smart home and home cinema solutions from world-leading brands


18 INTERVIEW: Michael White from Electrolux Group tells ERT about the company’s mission to further support its indie retailers with bespoke Partner Programs, new product ranges and refreshed training schemes


20 ANALYSIS: Buyers are more aware of design when buying consumer electronics than ever before. Steve May reports on the growing appeal of ethical design and impact of sustainability


26 ANALYSIS: People are using clever countertop gadgets to cook and prepare most of their meals at home now; there’s quite a variety of these handy appliances to choose from. ERT takes a look at what’s on the market


29 FOCUS: Industry experts share their tips and advice on local marketing best practice and how to increase your footfall in these tough times


32 SHOPFLOOR: Take A Town: Nottingham


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cnoe@datateam.co.uk Contributors to ERT this month:


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