The Latest Breaking News from John Lyttle

Retail giant Boohoo’s ex-CEO reportedly quit after being stalked and spied on, underscoring growing fears over executives’ security

Boohoo executives reportedly faced stalking and “corporate espionage,” highlighting the need for security for high-profile corporate bosses.

Fortune · Dec 6, 2024

Police investigate claims that Boohoo bosses were stalked – reports

The claims come amid an escalating boardroom row between Boohoo and Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group, which holds a 28% stake in the fast fashion firm.

Evening Standard · Dec 4, 2024

Frasers Group says appointment of Boohoo boss shows ‘disregard’ for shareholders

Mike Ashley’s firm had been trying to install him as Boohoo’s new chief executive, but the online retailer chose someone else.

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2024

Frasers demands appointment of founder Mike Ashley as boss of Boohoo

Frasers warned over what it claimed was a ‘leadership crisis’ at Boohoo after its chief executive last week stepped down.

Evening Standard · Oct 24, 2024

Boohoo boss to step down as review launched that could spark breakup

John Lyttle to stay as CEO of fashion group, which includes Debenhams and Karen Millen, until successor found

The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2024

Boohoo backtracks on plan to pay bosses £1m bonuses

Shareholders complained about payouts amid missed bonus targets on sales, profits and IT aims

The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2024

Loss-making U.K. retailer Boohoo wants to reward its top team with millions in bonuses—and its shareholders aren't happy

“The market is unimpressed with paying executives £1 million packages when the performance of the company has been woeful,” one expert said.

Fortune · May 28, 2024

Boohoo dives into debt as losses soar to £160m and sales slump

Online fashion retailer cut over 1,000 jobs in year to February amid competition from rival Shein and resurgent high street

The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2024

Boohoo shareholders revolt over executive bonuses as fashion giant eyes return to profit

Chief executive John Lyttle was handed a £650,000 bonus last year despite the group racking up losses of over £90m

Birmingham Post · Jun 22, 2023

Boohoo boss takes home £650,000 bonus despite fast-fashion giant making over £90m loss

Boohoo has been affected by rising costs, including shipping, staffing and energy, as well as shoppers returning to the high street

Manchester Evening News · May 26, 2023