Poundland Announces 14 New Store Closures
Poundland reveals another 14 UK stores will close by February 2026 as part of a major restructuring. See the full list of locations and closure dates here.
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Poundland Announces 14 More Store Closures
Poundland reveals 14 more stores will close by early February, with clearance sales offering up to 40% off. See the full list of locations and dates.
Report: Business Rates Not Main Cause of High Street Decline
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.
300 queue 4 hours for new Miniso store in Scotland
A new Miniso store in Livingston, Scotland, saw over 300 people queue for up to four hours at its launch. The retailer, famed for £1 homeware and Disney collabs, continues its UK expansion.
Oxford Street's former fashion college site set for major revamp
A former college campus near Oxford Street is set for a 'deep retrofit' into offices, a food hall and retail. Westminster Council calls it a 'highly commendable scheme' set to create hundreds of jobs.
London's Sloane Street gets major green makeover with 100+ trees
London's luxury Sloane Street has undergone a major green transformation, with over 100 new trees and 20% more pavement space. Discover how this project boosts biodiversity and enhances the shopping experience.
Food inflation slows to 3% amid Black Friday deals
UK food inflation eased to 3% in November, down from 3.7% in October, as Black Friday discounts hit shops. However, experts warn of persistent pressures and challenges ahead for retailers and consumers.
Black Friday discounts slow UK shop price inflation
Early Black Friday discounts helped slow UK shop price rises to 0.6% in November, below the three-month average. Read the full analysis from the British Retail Consortium.
Gail's Bakery to Open 40 New Sites, Creating 500 Jobs
Gail's Bakery announces a major UK expansion, opening 40 new sites by February 2026 after creating nearly 500 jobs. The £500m-valued chain sees revenue surge to £278m.
Man dies following street fight in east London
Franklin Francis, 56, described as a 'loving and kind' man, has died after a violent altercation in Forest Gate. Two men arrested. Police reassure community.
B&Q Owner Kingfisher Raises Profit Forecast to £570m
B&Q owner Kingfisher boosts profit outlook despite softening UK retail market. Discover how strong management drives success in challenging economic conditions.
M&S Opens New Fulham Store, Plans London Expansion
Marks & Spencer launches a new Foodhall in Fulham and unveils a 'wish list' of 172 London locations for future stores. Discover the full list of areas under consideration.
M&S to open 200 new London food stores
Marks & Spencer reveals plans for 200 new or revamped London food halls, aiming to transform its store estate by 2028. Discover the full list of locations set for expansion.
M&S Clapham Opening Draws Massive Queues
The new M&S in Clapham Common saw queues stretching down the high street. Discover why this shop launch became a community event and what it says about modern retail.
London's New Bond Street is World's Priciest Retail Spot
London's New Bond Street has claimed the top spot as the world's most expensive retail destination, with rents soaring 22% to £1,706 per square foot. Discover the details behind this luxury property surge.
Store Closures Hit UK High Streets in November 2025
Major retailers including Morrisons, Poundland and Claire's announce widespread closures across Britain. Full list of affected locations and closure dates revealed.
JD Sports hit by UK youth unemployment
JD Sports warns annual profits will be at lower end of forecasts as high youth unemployment and lack of spare cash among under-25s causes a 3.3% sales slide in the UK, its worst-performing market.
Asda raises £568m from supermarket sell-offs
Asda has secured nearly £600m through sale-and-leaseback deals for its stores, using the funds to repay looming debt to former owner Walmart. Discover the supermarket's financial strategy.
Asda raises £568m in store sell-off as sales fall
Asda plans to sell and lease back 24 stores and a distribution centre to raise £568m, a move analysts call a 'sign of weakness' as the supermarket continues to lose market share.
Asda sells 24 stores in £568m property deal
Asda is selling 24 supermarkets and a distribution centre for £568m in a sale-and-leaseback deal. No stores will close, and all staff will remain in place. Read more.
New M&S Food Halls Open in Clapham and Fulham
Marks & Spencer unveils two new London food halls in Clapham and Fulham this week, creating over 100 jobs and boosting festive shopping options. Get the first look inside.
WH Smith CEO quits after damning Deloitte audit
WH Smith CEO Carl Cowling resigns following a critical Deloitte audit revealing major operational flaws. Discover how the stock reacted and what's next for the retailer.
Black Friday 2024: Smart Shopping Guide for UK
Britons spent £3.6bn during Black Friday 2023. Our expert guide reveals how to find genuine bargains, avoid scams and shop responsibly this sales season.
West End Businesses Fund Christmas Crime Crackdown
Over 600 West End businesses launch the largest private security investment to combat phone theft and retail crime this festive season. Discover how Operation West End aims to keep shoppers safe.
WH Smith CEO resigns after £30m accounting blunder
WH Smith boss Carl Cowling resigns immediately after an accounting failure slashes profit forecasts by £30m. Read the full story on the retail giant's turmoil.
Reeves' Investment Campaign Hit by II Withdrawal
Interactive Investor quits the government's flagship retail investment campaign, dealing a major blow to Rachel Reeves' Leeds Reforms ahead of the Budget.
WH Smith CEO steps down after accounting scandal
WH Smith's chief executive departs immediately following a major accounting failure in its North American division that slashed profits and wiped nearly £600m from market value.
Ocado share price falls as Kroger shuts warehouses
Ocado's share price returns to its 15-year listing price after Kroger closes three automated US warehouses. Discover the challenges facing the UK delivery firm's expansion.
Ocado shares crash 17% after Kroger warehouse closures
Ocado's value drops £350m after US partner Kroger shuts three automated warehouses, described as a 'near knock-out punch' for the UK online grocer.
London's First New Shopping Centre in 15 Years Opens
Discover Broadgate Central, the City of London's first new retail and leisure destination in 15 years, featuring 28 brands. Explore the new hub now!
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