UK retail sales volumes fall 0.4% in September

The ONS said retail sales volumes "are estimated to have fallen by 0.4% in September 2026", following a rise of 0.7% in August (revised up from 0.5%). Over the three months to September, volumes "rose by 0.7%" compared with the three months to June. The ONS said mail order sales fell as online clothing retailers suggested autumn and winter ranges "were affected by the warmer weather".