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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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sutton Coldfield Coffee Shop Closes Suddenly

The popular Coffee#1 café in Sutton Coldfield's Gracechurch Shopping Centre has closed unexpectedly, with staff reportedly learning about the closure just hours before shutting down permanently.

Liverpool's St John's Market Up for Sale

One of Liverpool's most historic retail destinations, St John's Market, is now available for purchase in a landmark commercial property opportunity that could reshape the city's shopping landscape.

M&S Profits Soar 58% in Stunning Turnaround

Marks & Spencer's transformation strategy delivers impressive results with clothing and home sales climbing 5.7% and food revenue up 13%, signalling a major retail comeback story.

ASOS cuts 500 jobs in UK restructuring

Online fashion giant ASOS announces significant workforce reduction affecting 500 roles across UK operations, including key Birmingham distribution centres, as part of cost-cutting measures.

M&S closes Birmingham store after 18 months

M&S confirms permanent closure of its Birmingham city centre store, leaving another empty unit in the struggling retail district just 18 months after opening.

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