High Street Chains Close Stores in 2025
Poundland, WH Smith, and Pizza Hut among major brands shutting shops in a tough year for UK retail. Discover the full list of closures and the reasons behind the crisis.
Poundland, WH Smith, and Pizza Hut among major brands shutting shops in a tough year for UK retail. Discover the full list of closures and the reasons behind the crisis.
Boots' Boxing Day sale slashes prices on luxury mascaras from Lancôme, Fenty Beauty and MAC, all now under £20. Discover the top-rated products make-up artists love.
Five men face charges after a large-scale disorder involving knives erupted at a Rugby pub on Boxing Day night. Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage.
A woman in her 60s suffered life-threatening stab wounds in Evesham on Boxing Day. Clive Harris, 57, has been charged with attempted murder. Read the latest.
Lloyds Bank announces the closure of 40 branches nationwide in 2026, citing a shift to digital banking. Find out if your local branch is on the list and what alternative services are available.
Shoppers are racing to snap up the popular Nobody's Child Blue V-Neck Relaxed Cardigan, now reduced to £39 in the Boxing Day sales. The 'lovely' knit has drawn rave reviews for its style and softness.
Halifax announces 14 further branch closures in 2026, including Birmingham Bearwood. Over 100 Lloyds Banking Group sites will have shut by end of 2025 as customers move online.
Three people remain unaccounted for after a devastating house fire on Brimscombe Hill, Stroud, in the early hours of Boxing Day. One person was hospitalised. Emergency services are on the scene.
Lloyds Banking Group will close 71 Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland branches in 2026 due to online banking shift. See the full list of affected locations.
Boxing Day proved a 'bumper day' for UK retail as footfall jumped 4.4%, the strongest increase in over ten years. Discover how high streets, retail parks, and coastal towns performed.
NatWest Bank warns customers of six final branch closures on December 31, 2025, as part of a major shift to digital services. Find out if your local branch is affected.
Boxing Day 2024 delivered a bumper boost for UK retailers, with footfall up 4.4% in the strongest rise for over a decade. Discover where and when shoppers flocked for bargains.
Challenge yourself with our weekly quiz! Dive into questions on 1960s pop culture, politics, and history, plus a special Boxing Day trivia round. How many can you get right?
Chris Davies urges Birmingham City players to keep heads up after 1-1 draw with Derby County. Blues rue missed chances and a red card ahead of Southampton clash.
Lloyds Banking Group is closing 55 Lloyds and Halifax branches, impacting local access to cash. See the full list of locations and dates for 2025.
A former TK Maxx employee reveals insider tips for the biggest Boxing Day and January sales bargains, including the meaning of yellow labels and the best times to shop.
Boots' Boxing Day sale slashes the price of Marc Jacobs Daisy Dream Forever perfume by over half. Grab this luxury fragrance for just £40 while stocks last.
River Island, Poundland, Cancer Research and Trespass are among the major UK chains closing stores in 2026. See the full list of locations affected and the reasons behind the retail shake-up.
Aldi, Lidl, M&S and others shut stores on 26 December, prioritising staff wellbeing over sales. Discover why high streets feel 'eerie' and which shops are open.
Emergency services called to Budleigh Salterton after swimmers got into difficulty. Two men remain missing as police urge people not to swim on Boxing Day.
Lush customers across the UK are furious after the retailer's website and app crashed repeatedly during its popular 50% off Boxing Day sale. Read the full story of the online shopping nightmare.
Plan your 2026 holidays now. Christmas Day on a Friday creates a long weekend, with Boxing Day moving to Monday. See all the key dates for England and Wales.
Birmingham City face Derby County in a crucial Championship Boxing Day clash at St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park. Follow live updates and team news for the 12:30pm kick-off.
The AA warns of a record-breaking Christmas getaway with 24.4 million car trips today. Birmingham's M5/M6 interchange is a key hotspot. Read the full traffic alert.
Drivers across the UK are urged to avoid the roads until 7pm on Boxing Day as the AA forecasts 19.7 million car journeys. Discover the worst congestion hotspots and travel times.
How much do you really know about Boxing Day? Dive into our festive quiz covering its history, traditions, and quirky facts. Challenge yourself and see how you score!
Boots' Boxing Day sale is here, with the No7 Skincare Discovery Five Piece collection reduced from £20 to £10. Shoppers praise the 'posh' set for great results. Discover more beauty deals inside.
West Midlands Police urge vigilance against fake websites and phishing emails targeting Boxing Day bargain hunters. Follow their 10 essential tips to stay safe online.
Don't reheat dry turkey! Chef Jon Watts shares his quick 'Best-bit-of-Christmas' curry recipe to creatively use up leftover poultry. Perfect for a post-Christmas feast.
Birmingham's Bullring opens the UK's largest beauty hall outside London. Explore 30,000sq ft with Dior, Gucci, Armani & 160+ brands. Perfect for Boxing Day sales!