Sales growth at Russell & Bromley, but boss thinks return of VAT-free shopping would further boost UK retail

The firm's UK and Ireland store arm, which has 34 branches, recorded a 55.3% hike in 2022 turnover to £44.9 million. While digital shopping boomed during lockdowns a number of brands have seen more normal conditions return now, and Russell & Bromley said online sales slipped to £22.4 million from £24.2 million.