Birmingham bin strike deepens as agency staff join
Birmingham's bin strike crisis worsens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1. The year-long dispute has cost £14 million and threatens health hazards across the city.
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Birmingham bin strike escalates with new walkout
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1, raising fears of extended disruption through Christmas and beyond.
Adam Peaty's mum banned from wedding, buys gift
Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty's mother, Caroline, has been banned from his wedding to Holly Ramsay but has bought them a gift and hopes for reconciliation.
Knotweed makes £1M Chelsea homes 'unsellable'
Furious London homeowners demand council action as neighbour's Japanese knotweed infestation threatens property values. Residents claim £3.7M homes becoming 'unsellable' due to invasive plant.
New M&S and Greggs drive-thru approved for Burton
Plans for a major expansion of Shobnall Retail Park in Burton have been approved, bringing a new M&S, a drive-thru Greggs, and a 24-lane bowling alley. The development will create 150 jobs and add 400 parking spaces. Discover the full details of this exci
Cars held ransom in garage payment dispute
Motorists report vehicles held hostage by repair shops over unrelated commercial debts. Learn how to protect yourself from similar situations and what rights you have.
Malhotra Group wins £660k from Aviva in fraud case
Newcastle's Malhotra Group secures £660,000 payout from Aviva after High Court dismisses fraud allegations over hotel water damage. Read the full legal victory story.
Aldi urges jobseekers to apply for 2,500 store roles
Aldi is urging Brits to apply for 2,500 store jobs as UK unemployment rises to 5%. Roles offer market-leading pay and paid breaks. Apply now for festive roles.
Bullring changes: White Stuff returns, Muffin Break closes
Birmingham's Bullring sees major retail shifts as White Stuff returns to Grand Central after a year's absence, while Muffin Break makes way for SushiDog. Discover the latest shopping updates.
Shoe Zone closes 39 stores after sales fall
Major UK retailer Shoe Zone has closed 39 stores after a 7.6% revenue drop to £149.1m. The closures reflect challenging high street conditions and reduced consumer spending.
Family Hairdresser Closes After 40 Years in Sutton Coldfield
Syer Hair & Beauty, a family-run salon for four decades, has closed at the Gracechurch Centre. Read the story behind this local landmark's final chapter.
Greggs worker assaulted in Telford sandwich robbery
West Mercia Police appeal for information after a staff member was assaulted during a robbery at a Greggs in Telford. A grinning man is sought in connection with the incident.
Muffin Break closes at Bullring, SushiDog moves in
Muffin Break has closed its Bullring cafe after 11 years, making way for SushiDog to open in January 2026. Discover the full story behind the change.
Trespass to close Southampton city centre branch
Outdoor retailer Trespass is closing its Southampton store in March 2026, following recent closures in Watford and Ipswich. Discover the impact on the UK high street.
White Stuff confirms Birmingham Grand Central return
Fashion brand White Stuff is making a Birmingham comeback, opening a new Grand Central store. Discover the latest retail boost for the city centre and what other brands are arriving.
Poundland announces 13 store closures across UK
Poundland confirms 13 store closures across the UK, with the first shutting tomorrow. Shoppers can grab discounts of up to 40% on all stock. Find your nearest closing store.
Welsh brand ACAI aims for £20m sales with US push
Deeside-based ACAI Outdoorwear plans to quadruple revenues to £20m in three years through international expansion and new product lines. Discover their unique approach to women's outdoor wear.
Shoe Zone closes fan-favourite Rhyl store
Shoe Zone begins clearance sale as it shuts its Rhyl branch, part of a wider retail crisis hitting UK high streets. Discover the full impact and store closure list.
UK retail growth slows as households await Labour Budget
UK retail sales growth slowed to 1.6% in October as cautious households cut spending ahead of expected tax rises in the Labour Autumn Budget. Discover how this affects Christmas shopping.
Morrisons replaces 100 counters with new sushi bars
Morrisons is transforming UK supermarkets by replacing nearly 100 fresh meat and fish counters with new Happy Tokyo sushi concessions. Discover the stores affected and future plans.
Welsh Retail Footfall Surges 7.1% in March
New data reveals Welsh retail is outperforming other UK nations with significant footfall increases in March 2024, offering hope for high streets and shopping centres.
£300M in unspent M&S and John Lewis vouchers discovered
New research reveals British shoppers are holding over £300 million in unspent gift cards and vouchers for retail giants M&S and John Lewis - but time is running out to spend them.
Lidl introduces new checkout tech to slash queues
Lidl is revolutionising its checkout experience across British stores with new high-tech tills designed to slash waiting times and transform your shopping trip.
Matalan Ends Online Returns in Major Policy Shift
In a bold retail shake-up, fashion giant Matalan announces it will stop accepting returns for online purchases, joining a growing industry trend to cut costs and reduce environmental impact.
BAE Systems strike continues after legal ruling
GMB union members at BAE Systems' Samlesbury and Warton sites have secured legal clearance to continue strike action in an ongoing pay dispute affecting over 1,300 workers.
Four charged in Sainsbury's car park crime crackdown
Four individuals face serious charges following a major police operation targeting organised retail crime at a Birmingham Sainsbury's supermarket car park.
Primark scraps traditional tills for mobile checkout system
Primark is revolutionising the shopping experience by replacing traditional tills with mobile checkout points, allowing staff to process payments anywhere in the store.
Lidl confirms Perry Barr store opening date
Discount supermarket giant Lidl has announced the official opening date for its exciting new Birmingham store at Perry Barr Retail Park, bringing fresh groceries and unbeatable prices to the community this spring.
Sainsbury's urgent recycling plea over yogurt pots
Supermarket giant Sainsbury's issues desperate recycling appeal to shoppers regarding specific Rachel's Organic yogurt containers that cannot be processed through normal routes.
John Lewis Birmingham escalator crisis affects thousands
Thousands of frustrated shoppers at John Lewis Birmingham encounter major accessibility challenges as multiple escalators remain out of order, sparking concerns about mobility access and customer experience.
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