Lidl creates 640 jobs with 19 new UK stores
Discount supermarket Lidl announces a major UK expansion, opening 19 new stores in eight weeks and creating up to 640 jobs. Three new London locations included.
Discount supermarket Lidl announces a major UK expansion, opening 19 new stores in eight weeks and creating up to 640 jobs. Three new London locations included.
UK retail sales fell sharply in December as consumers reined in non-food spending. Supermarkets like Aldi and Lidl gained ground while fashion and homeware struggled. Discover the full impact.
The UK's planned defence expansion is underfunded, a top military official warns MPs. Read the full analysis of the budget constraints and strategic risks facing the armed forces.
London Stansted Airport announces a host of new flights for 2026, including Turkish Airlines' debut and routes to Greece, Sweden, and Spain. Discover the full schedule.
Cafe-bar chain Loungers added over 900 jobs in the past year, revealing strong revenue growth despite a fall in profits. Discover the firm's ambitious plans to more than double its UK sites.
A Which? blind taste test crowns Aldi and Lidl's own-brand baked beans the UK's best, beating Heinz on flavour and price. Find out which brands to buy and save over £100 a year.
London Stansted Airport announces major 2026 expansion, adding Turkish Airlines and seven new flight routes to destinations like Istanbul, Paris, and Greek islands. Discover the new travel options.
Urban Pubs & Bars has acquired five premium London venues, growing its estate to 65 sites. The group reports strong growth and annual sales exceeding £100 million.
Trinity School in Shirley, Croydon, has unveiled major expansion plans to welcome girls for the first time, aiming for 1,400 pupils by 2031. Read the full details.
Leeds United secure planning permission to redevelop Elland Road, boosting capacity to 53,000 and achieving UEFA Category Four status. Historic day for the club.
Leeds City Council approves major redevelopment of Elland Road's West Stand, boosting capacity to 53,000. Discover the plans shaping the future of Leeds United.
Hudson Bay Capital, co-founded by ex-Goldman Sachs managing directors, has secured a Dubai financial licence, expanding its global footprint. Discover the strategic move here.
UK festive grocery sales rose 3.8% to a record £13.8bn as shoppers balanced spending with savvy budget choices. Discover the trends that defined Christmas 2025.
London Luton Airport warns its £2.5bn expansion could be stalled as Labour's business rates set to double its tax bill by 2029. Key infrastructure investment under threat.
Luton Airport's £2.5bn expansion plan, including a new terminal, faces uncertainty as business rates are set to more than double by 2029. Read how this tax hike could impact UK infrastructure.
easyJet and Ryanair announce major expansion from London Stansted for 2026, adding direct flights to Paris CDG, Glasgow, and Malmö. Jet2, TUI, and Turkish Airlines also boost services, offering UK travellers more choice and value.
Aldi and Lidl achieved their highest-ever Christmas market share in the UK as cost-conscious shoppers switched to discounters and own-label products. Discover the full festive spending breakdown.
Insurance giant Howden has acquired US broker Atlantic Global Risk, boosting its US retail presence. Founders to become key drivers of growth. Deal set to close Q1 2026.
Tesco is resurrecting its nostalgic blue-and-white Value branding as part of a major price-cutting campaign on 3,000 branded items, aiming to compete with discount rivals. Discover the new deals.
Aldi and Lidl report record-breaking Christmas sales as UK shoppers prioritise value. Aldi sales hit £1.65bn, while Lidl saw a 10% surge. Discover the festive shopping trends.
Nottingham Forest have submitted planning applications to expand their historic City Ground to 52,000 seats, a major step in the Premier League club's stadium redevelopment project.
Greggs plans 800 new shops and two factories despite a sales dip and falling shares. Is the UK's appetite for sausage rolls finally waning? Read the full analysis.
From the long-awaited Westfield plans to a new town centre park and Crystal Palace's stadium expansion, discover the major developments shaping Croydon in 2026.
Ocado plans a global push for its AI warehouse tech as exclusivity deals end, despite a £259m US compensation payout from Kroger. Read the latest on its expansion.
Merton Council pushes ahead with 400 affordable homes, major estate regenerations, and the controversial Wimbledon tennis expansion as 2026 local elections loom. Discover the key projects shaping South London.
Provisional data reveals a 20% shortfall in sustainable aviation fuel supply for UK flights in 2025, casting doubt on ambitious government targets. Can the industry catch up?
Find out which UK supermarkets are open on Boxing Day 2025 and their revised trading hours. Plan your festive shopping with our essential guide to store closures and openings.
The Premier League will host just one match on Boxing Day 2025, breaking a historic tradition due to UEFA and FA Cup pressures. Find out why and what it means for fans.
At just 30, British-born Alex Sarama has been named head coach of the WNBA's new Portland Fire. Discover his unique journey from UK grassroots to the pinnacle of women's basketball.
Ubisoft's 'From The Ashes' DLC for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is a standout expansion that refines gameplay and boasts stunning visuals. Read our full review of this cinematic tie-in with Avatar 3: Fire and Ash.