Asbestos in Play Sand Forces School Closures Across UK
Over 70 schools closed due to asbestos-contaminated play sand. Learn about the recalled products, health risks, and official safety advice for parents.
Over 70 schools closed due to asbestos-contaminated play sand. Learn about the recalled products, health risks, and official safety advice for parents.
Major traffic chaos on the M25 as the Dartford Crossing's East Tunnel closes for emergency repairs. Drivers face 40-minute delays and long tailbacks. Follow our live updates.
Multiple schools close as coloured play sand is recalled in New Zealand and Australia due to asbestos contamination. Parents urged to check products and follow safety guidelines.
A major asbestos scare forces 71 public schools to close in the ACT. Meanwhile, NSW Police charge 752 in a domestic violence crackdown. Stay informed on these developing stories.
Plan your festive travel as Network Rail's £130m works close key stations. Over 2,500 trains face disruption. Check the full list of closures and plan ahead.
Nearly 70 schools in Australia have shut down after toxic asbestos was discovered in children's play sand. Learn about the recall and health risks.
Nearly 70 schools in Australia's capital close as asbestos is found in play sand. Kmart and Target issue recalls. Authorities say health risk is low. Stay informed.
Morrisons announces the closure of 103 stores, cafes, and counters across the UK as part of a major restructuring plan. Find out the full list of locations affected.
Haringey Council implements extensive safety and cleansing measures for the Conor Benn vs Chris Eubank Jr fight at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Plan your travel.
Major transport disruption hits London this weekend with multiple Tube lines, Elizabeth line and Overground facing closures. Check your route before travelling.
Multiple ACT schools closed after asbestos detected in coloured sand products. Health alert issued as investigation continues. Stay informed about school safety updates.
Poundland is set to close over a dozen UK stores, including eight this month, as part of a major restructuring plan. The chain is also axing its online service and loyalty programme.
Nationwide commits to keeping its 696 branches, including Virgin Money, open until at least 2030, bucking the trend of bank closures and supporting communities.
Nationwide Building Society confirms 18 London branches will remain open until at least 2030 as part of its 'last branch in town' pledge, bucking the UK's bank closure trend.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves could raise alcohol duties by RPI inflation to fill £30bn fiscal hole. Industry warns of pub closures and job losses. Read the latest budget speculation.
Japanese firm NSK plans to shut its Peterlee factories, placing hundreds of jobs at risk. The union vows to fight the closure. Read the full story.
Fuller's executive chair Simon Emeny demands new economic thinking as hospitality sector faces tax rises and record pub closures. Read the full analysis.
Top industry leaders call for regulatory reform and cultural investment to sustain London's global position. Discover the key insights from the Central London Alliance panel.
UK retail sales growth slowed to 1.6% in October as consumers delayed spending ahead of Black Friday deals and the upcoming budget. Discover the impact on consumer confidence.
Sainsbury's shares rocket as investors bet on takeover bids and strategic shifts, but analysts question whether the momentum can last in Britain's competitive retail landscape.
Major transport disruption hits London this weekend with multiple Tube lines and rail services suspended. Plan your journey with our complete guide to November 7-9 closures.
Britain's beloved pubs are vanishing at an alarming rate, with 509 establishments pulling their last pints in just three months as the hospitality industry braces for the upcoming budget.
Discover how luxury fashion houses are joining forces with high street retailers in groundbreaking collaborations that are transforming accessibility, driving footfall, and creating fashion frenzies across Britain.
Discover how AI-powered shopping tools are transforming consumer behaviour and retail experiences across the UK, from personalised recommendations to virtual try-ons.
The renowned homeware chain Fired Earth has fallen into administration, triggering the complete closure of all its UK tile showrooms and putting jobs at risk across the country.
Signet Jewelers and Watches of Switzerland face challenging times as consumer spending slows and competition intensifies in the UK jewellery market.
Britain's beloved toy retailer The Entertainer announces significant redundancies across its UK stores, citing crippling business rates, rising wages and economic pressures.
A significant police incident has brought Essex Road in Islington to a standstill, with multiple emergency vehicles and a large cordon in place. Here's what we know so far about the ongoing situation.
Three of Europe's busiest airports face complete shutdown after multiple drone sightings, causing travel chaos and raising serious security concerns across the continent.
Associated British Foods explores separating Primark from its food empire in strategic review that could reshape UK retail landscape and unlock billions in value.