The Entertainer shuts Poole store in high street blow
The Entertainer, Britain's biggest toy chain, is closing its Poole store in January 2026. Discover the reasons behind the closure and what it means for the local high street.
The Entertainer, Britain's biggest toy chain, is closing its Poole store in January 2026. Discover the reasons behind the closure and what it means for the local high street.
A Birmingham driving instructor was forced to cancel £252 worth of lessons after the A34 Birchfield Underpass closure caused major traffic chaos. Read how the flooding impacted local business and commuters.
Lloyds Bank is closing 17 branches across the UK this November, citing changing customer habits. Find out the full list of affected locations and alternative banking options.
Halifax has clarified its policy on large cash withdrawals, revealing a £2,500 daily limit. Discover the fees and what counts as a cash transaction to avoid unexpected charges.
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.
Tesco Bank announces closure of its Clubcard Pay+ and Round Up accounts from April 2026. Customers advised to move funds and continue earning points with standard Clubcard.
NatWest, Barclays, Santander and Lloyds Bank are closing 23 branches across the UK this November. Discover the full list of affected locations and the reasons behind these bank closures.
Thousands of Halifax banking customers are reporting duplicate cash withdrawals draining their accounts overnight. The major banking glitch has left families struggling to pay bills as the bank scrambles to fix the error.
Birmingham city centre faces major disruption as Corporation Street closes for emergency works near the Bullring, causing significant traffic delays and alternative route challenges for drivers.
Lloyds Banking Group reveals plans to shut 45 branches across England and Wales in 2024, citing changing customer habits and digital banking shift. Find out which locations are affected.
Major banking shake-up as Lloyds reveals 21 branches across England and Wales will shut their doors permanently in early 2025, with Halifax and Bank of Scotland locations also affected.
HSBC announces the permanent closure of its landmark New Street branch in Birmingham city centre, affecting thousands of customers and marking the end of an era for high street banking.
Major UK lenders including Halifax and Nationwide are dramatically increasing mortgage borrowing limits, offering hope to first-time buyers and those moving up the property ladder in a competitive housing market.
The iconic Birmingham Jewellery Quarter institution Joe Richards announces permanent closure, marking the end of an era for city's heritage and leaving 15 employees facing redundancy.
Major UK banks face customer backlash as Santander, Barclays and Halifax implement controversial changes to current accounts, sparking a mass migration to competitors.
Barclays Bank issues urgent warnings as thousands of customers risk having accounts shut down due to new financial compliance measures affecting everyday banking access.
Critical incident as emergency services respond to hazardous gas leak on key Birmingham route, causing widespread travel disruption and evacuations
Severe disruption on M54 after serious multi-vehicle collision near Telford. Emergency services rush to scene as motorists face lengthy delays and diversions. Latest traffic updates.
Lloyds Banking Group issues urgent warning about sophisticated bank card scam sweeping the UK, with victims losing £1,000 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from this growing threat.
The historic H. Tobys jewellery shop in Taunton has closed its doors permanently, marking the end of an era for the high street after nearly seven decades of trading.
The acclaimed Summerhouse restaurant on Birmingham's canalside has closed permanently after 14 years, becoming another casualty of rising energy bills and supply chain pressures.
Millions of Lloyds Banking Group customers to benefit from significant APR reductions on credit cards as bank responds to cost of living pressures.
Major banking giants including Barclays, HSBC, and Lloyds announce widespread branch closures across England and Wales this autumn, leaving communities concerned about access to cash and banking services.
High street banking continues its dramatic transformation as Lloyds Banking Group reveals plans to close 218 branches, affecting communities nationwide while accelerating digital shift.
UK house prices unexpectedly rose in June 2024, with average property values increasing to £266,064. Discover the latest market trends and what this means for buyers and sellers across Britain.
Popular Bristol Italian restaurant Pizzeria da Piero has permanently closed its St Nicholas Market location, leaving loyal customers devastated after 15 years of service.
New data reveals UK house prices have shown unexpected resilience with a 0.1% annual increase in March, while mortgage approvals hit 17-month high. Discover the latest market trends and regional variations.
Another Birmingham high street faces a major blow as the Co-op confirms it will shut its doors permanently at a key city location, leaving residents concerned about local shopping options.
A major emergency operation unfolded in Bearwood after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle, forcing complete road closure and causing significant traffic disruption throughout Wednesday.
A Birmingham-based mortgage firm has ceased trading after approving over £20 million in loans, leaving hundreds of borrowers in limbo and raising serious questions about financial regulation.