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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Irish jockey, 23, forced to retire after being plagued by concussions in the aftermath of January fall
IRISH conditional jockey Gearoid Harney has been forced to retire due to a severe head injury he suffered in a January fall at Fakenham. The 23-year-old Advertisement 2 The Cork native's career in the saddle has come to a premature end Credit: Alamy 2 He rode for Somerset-based trainer David Pipe Credit: PA That misfortune came a mere two days after the biggest win of his fledgling career onboard Kingston Queen in the Listed Alan Swinbank mares' bumper at Market Rasen. Harney has not yet spoken about his decision to retire but he rode primarily for David Pipe who spoke to They said: "The scans showed there was still some damage there and it wasn't right for him to get his licence back. The decision was in their hands. "He kept getting concussed when he fell and the Injured Jockeys Fund have been very supportive, so he'll have to have a think about what he'll do in the future." Advertisement Read More On Irish Sport In total the UK-based rider racked up 21 winners for Pipe. His first win, however, was for Deborah Cole in December 2021. In that instance he steered 50-1 rank outsider 50-1 shot Hauraki Gulf to first place in a Warwick contest. Pipe offered up some words of encouragement as he vowed Harney can have a job at his yard if he chooses to continue working in the racing industry. He outlined: "He wasn't with us for a long time but we had some success. Advertisement Most read in Horse Racing "The highlight was probably on Kingston Queen and he was a good part of the team. "It's a shame it's come to an abrupt end, but he goes out in one piece and there's plenty of people worse off. Statement issued as officials launch probe into jockey's final-flight fall on leading horse who drifted in market "There's a place for him at Pond House if he wants it. He'll have some time out and have a think about it. "I'm sure he'd like to stay in racing in some form but he's only just had the news and it'll take some time to see it through. He knows his form and point-to-points very well." Advertisement
Fashion United
28-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion United
Clarks returns to Leeds with new flagship store as brand marks 200 Years
British heritage footwear brand Clarks has marked its bicentenary with a strategic return to Leeds city centre, opening a new flagship store at the city's premier shopping destination, Trinity Leeds. The move signals a renewed retail push for the Somerset-based company, as it seeks to reaffirm its presence on high streets across the UK amidst a period of shifting consumer habits and cautious optimism in the retail sector. The new store—positioned within one of the UK's most prominent retail complexes—will stock the full range of Clarks products, including men's, women's, and children's footwear, as the company continues to lean into its legacy of craftsmanship, comfort and innovation. This re-entry into Leeds comes after a period of strategic restructuring and signals a confident step forward for the nearly 200-year-old shoemaker. Clarks' reappearance in Leeds is not merely a symbolic return to bricks-and-mortar, but part of a wider recalibration of its retail footprint under new leadership and private equity ownership. The retailer, which dates back to 1825, has faced a challenging few years marked by store closures, changing ownership structures, and an evolving consumer landscape shaped by e-commerce and post-pandemic behaviours. Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, hailed the return as both a commercial and cultural milestone. 'We're thrilled to welcome Clarks back to Leeds city centre,' he said. 'With its long-standing reputation for quality and comfort, Clarks is a brilliant addition to Trinity's retail offering.' Trinity Leeds, operated by Landsec, continues to invest in experiential and digitally integrated retail concepts as it aims to revitalise high-street footfall and appeal to a broader demographic. Clarks' presence aligns with this strategy, as the retailer looks to blend traditional in-store service with contemporary design and product offerings. Analysts see the move as emblematic of a broader trend: heritage brands leveraging their legacy while refreshing physical retail to meet the expectations of today's consumer. In Clarks' case, this includes a growing focus on sustainability, including more environmentally friendly materials and manufacturing processes—a theme increasingly important to both Gen Z consumers and institutional investors.
Powys County Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Powys County Times
Food distributor for supermarkets hit by ransomware attack
A food distributor for major UK supermarkets has said it is being held to ransom by cyber attackers. Somerset-based Peter Green Chilled, which supplies retailers including Tesco and Aldi, was last week hit by a ransomware attack. It comes amid a raft of cyber attacks in recent weeks across the sector, with Marks & Spencer and the Co-op particularly affected by major hacks. The company, which is relatively small compared with other food suppliers, said clients were 'receiving regular updates' including 'workarounds' for its deliveries, according to the BBC. In an email, the distribution firm said the ransomware attack meant it was unable to process any fresh orders on Thursday last week. Ransomware incidents involve hackers gaining access to a computer system and using malware to steal or block access to files – often encrypting them – before demanding a payment, usually in cryptocurrency, to return the impacted data. Managing director Tom Binks told the BBC: 'The transport activities of the business have continued unaffected throughout this incident.' One supplier impacted, Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones, founder of The Black Farmer, revealed he had 'something like 10 pallets worth of meat products' with the distributor. 'Thousands and thousands of packs of products, sitting there, and the clock is ticking,' he said. Peter Green Chilled has been contacted for comment. Tim Grieveson, chief security officer at ThingsRecon, said: 'Cyber attacks on the supply chain are not just about digital data breaches. 'They are disrupting the physical flow of goods as we have seen in the case of M&S, Co-op and now for Peter Green Chilled. 'When hackers target logistics systems or warehouse operations, even a short delay can be catastrophic, especially for perishable goods such as fresh produce or pharmaceuticals.'
Rhyl Journal
20-05-2025
- Business
- Rhyl Journal
Supplier for Tesco, Aldi and Sainsbury's hit by cyber attack
This comes after a raft of similar but separate attacks on other brands like M&S. Discussing the incident, Peter Green Chilled said it will be issuing "regular updates" to clients while it resolves the problem. Tesco, Aldi and Sainsbury's are supplied by the firm. (Image: PA) The company said that, because of this, thousands of products are at risk of going to waste. To help continue its deliveries and prevent the loss of this stock, the brand is now looking at "workarounds". The supplier was struck by a cyber attack via an email that was sent on Thursday. Thousands of products are risk of going to waste becuase of this email-based cyber attack (Image: PA) Managing director, Tom Binks, also issued an update. According to The Sun, he said: "The transport activities of the business have continued unaffected throughout this incident." This attack, affecting the Somerset-based firm, involves hackers encrypting a user's data and locking them out of their computer systems. The attackers then usually demand that money be sent to them in order for the important information to be released. This comes just weeks after M&S was hit by a similar cyber attack, something that reportedly cost the company some £40 million every week since the incident first took place. Despite this, the retailer confirmed that "availability is now in a much more normal place with stores well stocked this weekend".
South Wales Guardian
20-05-2025
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Major supplier for Aldi, Tesco and Sainsbury's hit by cyber attack
A firm that supplies Tesco, Aldi and Sainsbury's has been hit by a cyber attack (Image: PA/Newsquest) This article is brought to you by our exclusive subscriber partnership with our sister title USA Today, and has been written by our American colleagues. It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. A major supplier for supermarkets like Tesco, Sainsbury's and Aldi has been hit by a cyber attack. This comes after a raft of similar but separate attacks on other brands like M&S. Discussing the incident, Peter Green Chilled said it will be issuing "regular updates" to clients while it resolves the problem. Tesco, Aldi and Sainsbury's supplier hit by major cyber attack Tesco, Aldi and Sainsbury's are supplied by the firm. (Image: PA) The company said that, because of this, thousands of products are at risk of going to waste. To help continue its deliveries and prevent the loss of this stock, the brand is now looking at "workarounds". The supplier was struck by a cyber attack via an email that was sent on Thursday. Thousands of products are risk of going to waste becuase of this email-based cyber attack (Image: PA) Managing director, Tom Binks, also issued an update. According to The Sun, he said: "The transport activities of the business have continued unaffected throughout this incident." This attack, affecting the Somerset-based firm, involves hackers encrypting a user's data and locking them out of their computer systems. Recommended Reading: The attackers then usually demand that money be sent to them in order for the important information to be released. This comes just weeks after M&S was hit by a similar cyber attack, something that reportedly cost the company some £40 million every week since the incident first took place. Despite this, the retailer confirmed that "availability is now in a much more normal place with stores well stocked this weekend".
