River Island Closing 33 Stores in January Restructuring
High street fashion chain River Island will close 33 UK stores by end of January 2026 as part of a court-approved restructuring plan. See the full list of affected locations.
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Emily in Paris Season 5 Fashion Analysis & Impact
Explore the style secrets of Netflix's Emily in Paris Season 5. See how Emily, Mindy, and Camille's iconic looks influence real-world retail and spark fashion debates.
Oliver Bonas announces new UK store openings and relocations
Oliver Bonas reveals a wave of new store openings and relocations across England and Scotland before year-end, with 20 more planned for 2025. Discover the full list of locations.
Boxing Day 2025: Shopper Numbers Up 4.4%
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.
Boxing Day footfall jumps 4.4% in biggest surge for 10 years
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.
How Birmingham's Christmas sales have changed through the decades
Explore the evolution of Birmingham's festive shopping, from iconic department store queues to online bargains. Discover how local traditions have transformed in the digital age.
UK Christmas Toy Trends Through the Decades
Explore the iconic toys that defined UK Christmases from the 1950s to the 2000s. From timeless classics like Lego to digital crazes like Tamagotchi, discover the playthings that made festive magic.
Telford retail park bids to increase unit size for superstores
British Land applies to boost maximum store size at Telford Forge Retail Park to attract larger retailers, aiming to secure long-term tenancies and support the local economy. Read the full details.
Major UK Shoe Chain Axes 100 Jobs After Sales Plunge
VF Corporation, owner of Vans and The North Face, axes nearly 100 UK jobs after a 10% sales drop. Turnover falls to £321.5m as consumers cut spending. Read the full financial analysis.
Mothercare Plans Rebuild After £1.4m Loss and Sales Fall
Mothercare announces plans to rebuild its UK and global operations despite posting a £1.4m loss and a 25% sales drop. The retailer says it has 'stabilised' and is seeking a new CEO.
Next and Currys warn new worker rules will cut jobs
Retail leaders warn Labour's new workers' rights legislation will lead to fewer jobs and hurt high streets. Read the full industry reaction and analysis.
Scope to close 77 charity shops by March 2026
Disability charity Scope announces plans to close 77 of its 138 UK shops, including in Birmingham, to save £4m. The high street faces rising costs and a shift to online.
Amazon reveals 2025's most-read Kindle books in the UK
Amazon has unveiled the UK's most devoured Kindle books of 2025, with spicy romances and fantasy epics topping the list. All bestsellers are now heavily discounted. Discover the titles that captivated British readers.
Matches Fashion set for UK return in 2026
Matches Fashion is set for a comeback in Britain next year under new owners Joe Wilkinson and Mario Maher. Discover their vision for the revived luxury brand.
River Island to close 33 stores in UK rescue plan
River Island will close 33 UK stores by January's end as part of a restructuring plan to save its retail business. See the full list of affected locations.
Nissan Juke is UK's Most Wanted Car in 2025
New data reveals the Nissan Juke as Britain's most desired car in 2025, with small SUVs dominating lease sales. Discover the top models and colour trends shaping the UK's automotive market.
High Street Decline: Retail Footfall Falls in November
New data reveals a 0.8% year-on-year drop in UK retail footfall last month, driven by Autumn Budget tax fears and poor weather. Industry leaders call for a new high street revival plan.
Welsh shopper numbers fall in November, data shows
New figures reveal a 0.4% year-on-year drop in Welsh retail footfall for November, with Cardiff among the hardest-hit UK cities. Retailers now pin hopes on a December surge.
Black Friday slows UK shop price inflation
Black Friday sales led to a slowdown in shop price rises across the UK high street in November, new data reveals. Discover how consumer deals impacted inflation.
Gen Z's Saucy Christmas Dinner Shake-Up
A new poll reveals over half of Gen Z add ketchup or mayo to their Christmas dinner, with many choosing hot sauce over gravy. Subway marks the trend with free sauce baubles.
McArthurGlen West Midlands to Add 25 New Stores
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands is expanding from 75 to 100 stores, creating up to 500 new jobs by 2027. Discover the latest retail growth in Cannock.
Nationwide Sees Black Friday Transactions Soar
Nationwide Building Society reports a 13.6% rise in early Black Friday transactions, with over 2.5 million by 10am. Get expert tips for safe and savvy shopping.
Pets at Home profits slump 33.5% in worrying report
Pets at Home reports 33.5% profit drop as retail business struggles. Bosses announce urgent action plan including £20 million cost-cutting programme to revive the 34-year-old chain.
Next uses AI scanners to combat shoplifting
Next implements AI 'Thruvision' technology detecting stolen goods hidden in clothing. The system uses body heat detection and has already reduced theft in warehouses. #RetailSecurity
1970s Baby Names Falling Out of Fashion in 2024
Discover which once-popular baby names from the 1970s are now endangered in England and Wales. See how naming trends have shifted over 50 years and where your name stands.
Next's £24 'Gorgeous' Polka Dot Top Is November Hit
Discover Next's most popular top this month. This 'gorgeous' £24 polka dot top is perfect for the office and nights out, available in all sizes and three colours.
River Island to Close Altrincham Store Amid Restructuring
River Island is shutting its Altrincham store in a major restructuring plan, with 71 more UK locations at risk. Discover the full list of closures and the reasons behind the high street exodus.
Birmingham streets named among UK's best for Gen Z shopping
Gibb Street and Floodgate Street in Digbeth rank among the UK's top high streets for Gen Z independent shopping, according to new research. Discover the full list.
Claire's closes Richmond store amid UK administration
Claire's accessories store vanishes from Richmond high street as part of major closures following US bankruptcy and UK administration. Find your nearest store.
Jet2 boosts profits as customers book holidays later
Jet2 reports strong financial growth with profits expected to hit £453m, driven by later bookings and viral online marketing. Discover how the airline adapts to changing consumer behaviour.
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