Aer Lingus may close Manchester base, cutting Disney route
Aer Lingus is considering shutting its Manchester Airport base, threatening the direct Orlando route to Walt Disney World and putting 200 jobs at risk. Discover the full story.
Aer Lingus is considering shutting its Manchester Airport base, threatening the direct Orlando route to Walt Disney World and putting 200 jobs at risk. Discover the full story.
Latest figures reveal a surprising 9% unemployment spike in the affluent area of Sutton Coldfield, bucking the regional and national trend of falling joblessness.
Aldi is closing its Sheaf Street store in Daventry on November 26, with a new, larger branch opening at Abbey Retail Park the very next day. Olympic hero Sarah Jones will launch the new store.
A new AI growth zone in South Wales will unlock billions in data centre investment and create 5,000 jobs over the next decade, cementing the UK's leadership in artificial intelligence.
Wetherspoons partners with University of Birmingham's Guild of Students to open a new affordable pub on campus in 2026, creating jobs and supporting student life.
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.
Claire's accessories store vanishes from Richmond high street as part of major closures following US bankruptcy and UK administration. Find your nearest store.
Middletons Steakhouse & Grill rescued from administration by its shareholders, safeguarding all 159 jobs across its seven restaurants in England. Read the full story.
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
Historic engineering giant Smiths is creating 50 new UK jobs, opening a Birmingham hub at 60 Church Street. Apply now for apprenticeships and corporate roles via their careers website.
The Royal Horticultural Society reveals a simple November job to protect your plants from waterlogging and destruction this winter. Act now for a thriving garden next spring.
From retail to law, discover the latest executive moves and graduate hires shaping the future of North East business. Meet the leaders driving regional ambition.
Swiss cookware giant Kuhn Rikon opens its first UK store at McArthurGlen Swindon, bringing its rival range to Le Creuset directly to British shoppers. Discover the new destination for premium kitchenware.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham launches the Atom Valley scheme in Rochdale, set to create 20,000 jobs. Discover how this major regeneration project aims to transform the region's economy.
A management buyout backed by a £1.39m Barclays loan has rescued Diamond Comics UK from its US parent's bankruptcy, securing over 60 jobs in Runcorn and ensuring the UK's comic book supply chain remains intact.
A Bristol defence tech firm and London manufacturer are creating 100 jobs across South West England. This joint venture boosts sovereign UK manufacturing of advanced sensing systems for national security.
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.
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.
Leonardo warns its Yeovil helicopter plant, the UK's last of its kind, risks closure unless a £1bn Ministry of Defence contract is secured. Thousands of jobs at stake.
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 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.
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.
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.
Leading offshore wind companies in the North East are calling for critical improvements to ports and infrastructure to capitalise on renewable energy opportunities and create thousands of jobs.
Primark is revolutionising the shopping experience by replacing traditional tills with mobile checkout points, allowing staff to process payments anywhere in the store.
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.
A groundbreaking £15 million high-value engineering centre is coming to Coventry, creating 150 jobs and positioning the city as a global leader in advanced manufacturing and sustainable technology.
A landmark investment in the Black Country's defence industry is set to create hundreds of skilled jobs and position the region as a global leader in military technology and manufacturing.
Exclusive analysis reveals how strategic artificial intelligence investments are driving unprecedented economic growth and job creation across the North of England, positioning the region as a global tech contender.
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.