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.
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.
Eleven food businesses in the West Midlands, including in Solihull and Sandwell, received a zero-star food hygiene rating in 2025, meaning major improvements are necessary. Check the full list.
McDonald's UK introduces an 'Order Ahead' app feature using your phone's location to prepare food in 3-5 minutes, cutting queues for a faster collection.
Allied Pharmacies rescues over 60 Jhoots Pharmacy branches from closure, securing jobs and reinstating vital community healthcare services across England and Wales.
Thousands of Tomato Energy customers are being transferred to British Gas after the supplier's collapse. Credit balances are protected under Ofgem's safety net. Learn what happens next.
Two major Scottish seafood processors, Kenmore Sea Foods and Falfish Scotland, have collapsed into administration, threatening jobs and shaking the fishing industry despite ongoing buyer interest.
Fast fashion giant Shein could be suspended from operating with thousands of UK designers amid growing concerns over copyright infringement and design theft allegations.
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Zog Energy becomes latest casualty of energy crisis as 24,000 households face transfer to new supplier amid soaring wholesale prices and cost of living pressures.
Walsall is set to welcome an exciting new rooftop street food venue with panoramic views, transforming the town's culinary scene and creating new jobs.
Another UK energy supplier enters administration, leaving customers protected under Ofgem's safety net. Here's what affected consumers need to know.
Zog Energy becomes latest casualty of UK energy crisis as regulator Ofgem scrambles to find new supplier for thousands of households left in limbo.
The renowned homeware and tiles specialist Fired Earth enters administration, triggering immediate closure of all UK showrooms and putting jobs at risk across the country.
Discover the UK's most popular dining destinations as new data reveals the hottest food spots trending across the country, from London gems to regional favourites.
British home furnishings retailer collapses into administration, closing all 30 stores and making 250 staff redundant in devastating high street blow.
Discover how Birmingham's historic St Philip's Cathedral churchyard, affectionately known as Pigeon Park, has become the city's hottest new alfresco dining spot with the arrival of The Lunch Club's street food market.
Birmingham's food scene gets a delicious upgrade as Toasty food hall prepares to launch near the city's famous Christmas Market, offering gourmet toasties and festive treats.
Fast fashion giant Shein under scrutiny for selling adult clothing resembling children's outfits. Investigation launched as concerns grow over inappropriate designs.
Discover how Manchester's iconic Campfield Market is making a triumphant return, reviving the city's rich food heritage and community spirit with local traders, street food, and cultural events.
In a groundbreaking move, McDonald's UK is transforming Happy Meals by automatically including fruit or vegetables instead of fries, marking the biggest healthy overhaul in decades.
Historic British retailer Fenwick reports significantly reduced losses as strategic restructuring takes effect, with sales growth across all stores signalling retail recovery.
Marks & Spencer launches Christmas food collection months ahead of schedule as Brits plan earlier celebrations. Discover the festive favourites available now.
NHS GP Dr Amir Khan issues urgent warning about popular budget sweets containing potentially harmful ingredient - and what to look for on labels.
Volunteers are desperately needed to support Tesco's major food collection initiative aiming to provide 20 tonnes of essential supplies to food banks and charities across local communities.
A Birmingham market stall is causing a social media storm with its revolutionary '2-in-1' burger that combines two fast food classics in one stomach-churning creation.
New data reveals a worrying surge in UK companies facing critical financial distress, with construction and hospitality sectors hit hardest as insolvencies reach alarming levels.
Strictly Come Dancing star La Voix was rushed to hospital after collapsing during a pantomime performance of Snow White in Birmingham, with the show being cancelled as the drag queen receives medical care.
Health authorities sound the alarm on FAST stroke symptoms as NHS reveals crucial new guidance that could save lives. Learn the warning signs you can't afford to ignore.
Beloved UK retailer Wilko enters administration, putting 12,500 jobs at risk as all 400 stores prepare to close permanently by early October, marking the end of an era for British high streets.
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.