Former M&S chief slams new rules for high street stores from Andy Burnham

What's OnShoppingMarks & SpencerEx-Marks & Spencer boss Lord Stuart Rose hit out20:01, 16 Aug 2026A former Marks and Spencer chief has slammed new high street store rules from Labour Party government Prime Minister Andy Burnham.‌High streets that have been hollowed out by the unchecked spread of vape stores, betting shops, and rogue businesses that do little to serve local communities are set to face a crackdown under new powers announced by Mr Burnham.‌But ex-Marks & Spencer boss Lord Stuart Rose hit out at the “hot air” plans. The Conservative Party Peer said: “Forgive my French but it’s a lot of b******s about nothing. Getting rid of vape shops won’t save the high street.‌READ MORE Andy Burnham inheritance tax decision as people lose £35,000 from gifting allowance“Can’t believe such a l