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Wickes Online Sales Up 70% As It Upgrades Site

DIY retailer Wickes has increased the value of its online sales by 70% in the past year after introducing a range of initiatives on its website. The retailer introduced national next-day delivery of bulky items, such as cement and bricks, on its site in March last year. It said sales and market share had increased “significantly” as a result.

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