John Lewis issues major update as new department launched in UK stores

NewsUK NewsJohn LewisThe upmarket retailer has 36 stores in the UK06:25, 03 Aug 2026John Lewis is hoping to take advantage of the fitness boom among shoppers by relaunching its sports and wellbeing offer. Boss Peter Ruis said the relaunch is an “important step” in its major store investment plan.‌The department store business, which is part of the John Lewis Partnership group, said its new sports and wellbeing departments will make it the first UK retailer to bring sportswear, footwear, wearable technology, recovery, AI-powered fitness and expert services together in one location. The move will help the retailer take on major players in sportswear, such as Sports Direct, as well as technology specialists.‌The multimillion-pound investment has already transformed the sports department in it