Boxing Day sales set to ring up £3.8bn for UK retailers
UK shoppers are forecast to spend £3.8bn on Boxing Day 2024, a 2% rise. High streets and online retailers benefit as consumers seek post-Christmas deals. Read the full analysis.
UK shoppers are forecast to spend £3.8bn on Boxing Day 2024, a 2% rise. High streets and online retailers benefit as consumers seek post-Christmas deals. Read the full analysis.
Six months after WH Smith's high street sale, TG Jones struggles to win over shoppers. Many see little change, as the chain faces tough competition and a cost-of-living crisis. Will investment plans be enough?
Coulsdon, Addiscombe, Norbury and South Croydon to share £600k UKSPF funding for signage, greening and safety works from January 2026. Residents shape the plans.
Your complete guide to revised rubbish and recycling collection dates across all London boroughs this Christmas and New Year. Find out when to put your bins out.
Barclays and NatWest are in a £2.5bn takeover battle for Evelyn Partners, a wealth manager with £64.6bn in assets. Discover the high-stakes auction details.
Independent businesses in Clevedon's Hill Road warn new parking fees proposed by North Somerset Council could drive customers away, threatening the town's vibrant retail scene. Read why they're fighting back.
Amidst rising costs, TK Maxx offers quality and surprise. We defend the retailer against 'jumble sale' slurs, highlighting its unique value for savvy UK shoppers.
London house prices are falling in half its boroughs, with prime areas like Kensington hit hardest. Discover the data and political drivers behind the capital's property divide.
Gail's Bakery faces local criticism as it opens a new branch in Tooting, South London. Independent café owners fear the chain's strategy threatens their survival. Read the full story.
Fashion brand LK Bennett, favoured by the Princess of Wales, is in an accelerated sale process to avoid collapse. Read the latest on the high street brand's fight for survival.
Discover the Single Malt Whisky Gift Set, a beautifully packaged present under £40 featuring five Scottish whiskies. Perfect for the connoisseur, with 4.8-star reviews.
Popular South London food hall Mercato Metropolitano confirms it will remain open until the end of 2026, despite approved plans for redevelopment. Discover the future for its 40 independent traders.
Discover how Little Dessert Shop is growing its UK footprint with viral treats and a unique bakery model, aiming to double its stores by 2027. Is it the next high street giant?
Discover the perfect festive walking route to see London's dazzling Christmas lights, including Regent Street and Carnaby Street, all in under 60 minutes. Plan your visit now!
British fashion chain River Island is closing 33 profitable branches by January 2026, risking hundreds of jobs. The move follows £33.2m losses and a shift to online shopping. See the full list of affected stores.
Greenwich's Borough Hall has avoided a licence suspension after noise complaints. Its Saturday hours have been cut by one hour and new noise controls imposed following a council review.
A 40-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a collision on Foots Cray High Street, Sidcup. Police say the incident followed an altercation. The victim has been discharged from hospital.
Discover seven budget-friendly winter wardrobe essentials from New Look's menswear collection, including coats, jumpers, and jeans, all under £50. Refresh your style without overspending.
Discover the beautifully packaged Single Malt Whisky Gift Set, priced under £40 and hailed as the perfect present for connoisseurs. Includes five Scottish miniatures and tasting notes.
The Rightmove Happy at Home Index 2025 reveals Barking and Dagenham as London's least happy borough. Discover the full ranking and why the area is fighting back.
A new report challenges the narrative that business rates are killing UK high streets. Discover why local income and footfall are the real keys to revival. Read the full analysis.
Get ready for the festive party season with standout high street outfits. From sequin trousers to velvet dresses, find your perfect look starting at just £29.
Lambeth has been named London's top borough to live in for 2025, praised for its vibrant culture, green spaces, and community. Discover what makes areas like Brixton and Vauxhall so special.
Regent Street in central London will be pedestrian-only this Saturday, December 6, for festive activities. Get the full timings, travel advice, and event details here.
Next week's Coronation Street delivers a killer reveal and a special flashback into Maggie Driscoll's dark past. Get all the spoilers for December 8-12, 2025.
The beloved Lewisham street food market is set to return in spring 2026 after a five-year closure. It will feature retro 1950s styling, live music, and a focus on local vendors.
Shoppers are raving about a stylish crochet jumper from Next, now half price at £19. Get the deal on this breathable, cotton-blend top available in two colours.
Greenwich's historic Borough Hall faces a licence review following resident complaints over late-night noise and disruption, pitting community concerns against the venue's economic benefits.
Shoppers are flocking to family-owned department store Boyes, praising its vast product range and nostalgic 90s vibe. With over 80 UK stores, it's being called a modern-day Woolworths. Discover why.
A mix of road closures and reopenings will affect Brent this December. See the full list of disruptions and key dates for Willesden, Dollis Hill, and Park Royal.