Digbeth: Birmingham's Top Gen Z Spot for Street Art & Shopping
Explore Digbeth, Birmingham's coolest neighbourhood, where vibrant street art and independent shops have been ranked among the UK's best for Gen Z. Discover the must-see murals.
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McDonald's shuts London branch after four decades
A popular McDonald's on London's Walworth Road has served its last meal after 40 years, closing due to local redevelopment plans. All staff have been relocated.
Bearwood traders battle crime and litter crisis
Frustrated Bearwood traders reveal how crime, litter and 24/7 shops are driving customers away. Shop owners consider leaving as area's reputation suffers.
Druid's Heath £1bn Regeneration Plan Approved
Birmingham's Druid's Heath regeneration plan for 3,500 new homes, including 51% affordable housing, has been approved. Discover the details and resident concerns.
M&S opens 100,000sq ft flagship at Merry Hill
Marks & Spencer has officially opened its fully transformed 100,000sq ft flagship store at Merry Hill, featuring a larger food hall and new fashion sections. Explore the new shopping experience today!
Solihull Council complaints hit three-year high
Solihull Council sees complaints soar to a three-year peak while making crucial decisions on parish mergers, historic building conversions, and the Mell Square redevelopment. Discover the full story.
Smethwick HMO plan rejected over vermin concerns
Sandwell Council rejects 11-bed HMO in Smethwick High Street amid resident fears it would worsen existing rat infestations and fly-tipping problems. Read the full story.
Historic Solihull Snooker Club Moves Site
Grenville Snooker Club, with over 100 years of history, is relocating to Vulcan House ahead of the Mell Square redevelopment. Discover how the club is preserving its legacy.
Construction starts on £50m Grimsby redevelopment
Construction work is now underway on the £50m Freshney Place redevelopment in Grimsby, set to deliver a cinema, leisure facilities and food hall by 2027.
Speke warehouse plan recommended for approval
Controversial plans for a huge logistics warehouse in Speke, Liverpool, are set for approval despite community objections. The development promises over 500 new jobs and £35m economic boost.
M&S identifies 500 potential new UK food store locations
Marks & Spencer unveils ambitious plan for 500 new and revamped food stores across the UK, creating 800 jobs and transforming shopping experiences nationwide.
Woman charged over Birmingham Co-op robbery
A 42-year-old woman has been charged with a Birmingham Co-op robbery. Nicola Brown was arrested by Op Skybridge officers on Erdington High Street. Follow for more crime updates.
Digbeth streets named best in UK for indie shopping
Birmingham's Digbeth district, with Gibb Street and Floodgate Street, has been ranked among the UK's top destinations for independent shopping. Discover unique gifts and a creative vibe this winter.
West Kirby businesses threaten closures over parking fees
West Kirby faces a crossroads as new parking charges threaten to drive shoppers away. With 50 business closures already, traders fear this could be the final straw for the high street.
Lidl submits plans for new modern Bilston supermarket
Lidl has submitted fresh plans to demolish its outdated Bilston store and build a modern supermarket with more parking and an improved product range. Read the latest updates.
Major Digbeth Redevelopment Gets Green Light
Birmingham council approves transformative Phoenix Yard scheme creating a 'key gateway' with homes, student accommodation, and commercial space in Digbeth's creative quarter.
Lidl plans demolition of outdated Bilston supermarket
Lidl submits plans to replace outdated Bilston store with modern supermarket featuring 155 parking spaces and improved facilities. Read the full details.
Hundreds queue in cold for free food at new takeaway
Hundreds of hungry locals queued in freezing temperatures as H.M Shawarma gave away free food to celebrate its Kings Heath opening. Discover the menu and community reaction.
Claire's closes 4 UK stores this week after administration
Claire's Accessories is closing four more British stores in Halifax, Salisbury, Sheffield, and Winchester this week following its collapse into administration, with massive clearance sales underway.
Scope closes two more shops after 77 closures
Scope charity confirms closure of Stourbridge and Folkestone shops this week, following 77 other store shutdowns. Discover how this impacts the high street.
Harborne named Birmingham's happiest place to live
The historic suburb of Harborne has been ranked Birmingham's happiest place to live in a 2025 study. Discover the secret behind its vibrant community spirit.
Birmingham City FC's New Stadium Design Unveiled
Birmingham City chairman Tom Wagner reveals ambitious 62,000-capacity stadium design as part of city-transforming Sports Quarter project. Discover the vision.
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.
Boots £29 Vitamin B12 Service Launches in 145 Stores
Boots has launched a new £29 Vitamin B12 injection service across 145 UK stores to help customers manage nutrient deficiencies and boost energy levels.
Historic Wadworth Brewery Redevelopment Gets Green Light
Wiltshire Council approves plans to convert the historic Wadworth brewery in Devizes into 22 homes and commercial space, preserving heritage artefacts and creating a new public courtyard.
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.
Juicy Couture UK comeback with new London stores
Iconic 90s brand Juicy Couture is planning a major UK high street return, with new London stores set to open next autumn following the success of its Westfield Stratford branch.
Santander TSB takeover to create UK's third-largest bank
Santander's £2.65bn TSB acquisition will create Britain's third-largest bank, serving 28 million customers. The TSB brand is expected to disappear from UK high streets.
Poundland Reopens Birmingham Store After Landlord Deal
Poundland's Perry Barr branch in Birmingham has reopened weeks after closure, part of a national u-turn saving several stores. A win for the UK high street.
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