IKEA embraces second hand boom with car boot fair rollout

Stuart Stone
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Retailer announces new car boot events at Cardiff, Exeter, and Milton Keynes stores in May following successful pilot

IKEA has responded to soaring demand for pre-loved items by announcing the rollout of car boot sales at its Cardiff, Exeter, and Milton Keynes stores throughout May following a successful pilot last year....

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