UK charity shop profits slump 23% as online resale platforms disrupt sector

Oxfam's retail profit fell 23% to £4.9m, reflecting broader pressure on UK charity shops from online secondhand platforms and rising costs. The decline threatens a key fundraising model for the sector, though the full extent across other charities remains unclear. This signals a structural shift in the secondhand clothing market, with implications for retail and charitable funding.

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