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.
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.
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.
A fierce debate erupts between mortgage brokers and building societies as new research reveals growing tensions over lending practices and market access.
Exciting plans revealed to transform empty Darlington Street Methodist Chapel into vibrant community space with café and heritage features in Wolverhampton city centre.
Major regeneration project approved for Phoenix 10 site in Darlaston, bringing hundreds of homes, green spaces and community facilities to Walsall's industrial heartland.
A massive £80 million government cash injection is set to breathe new life into derelict West Midlands sites, creating thousands of homes and jobs while protecting green spaces from development.
TV favourite Cat Deeley unveils her stylish new collection for Marks & Spencer, bringing morning show glamour to the high street with affordable, sophisticated pieces for the modern woman.
Discover Gucci's latest olfactory masterpiece - a perfume that combines irresistible seduction with remarkable staying power, creating the perfect signature scent for day-to-night wear.
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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.
Discover how Nottingham's New Art Exchange is transforming traditional governance with an innovative citizen-led leadership approach that's putting community voices at the heart of decision-making.
New EU regulations requiring mandatory speed limiters in all new vehicles could soon affect British drivers, despite Brexit. Discover how Intelligent Speed Assistance technology works and when it might arrive on UK roads.
Controversial plans for over 100 new homes in Balsall Common have been submitted, sparking debate about green belt protection and local infrastructure capacity in the West Midlands village.
Exciting redevelopment plans could see a former Willenhall social club transformed into 48 new homes, breathing new life into a disused brownfield site in the heart of the community.
A seismic week for music lovers as Spanish superstar Rosalía drops her revolutionary 'Motomami' album while Detroit rapper Danny Brown delivers his deeply personal 'Quaranta' - two contrasting masterpieces redefining their genres.
The highly-anticipated beauty retailer Cult Beauty is finally coming to Birmingham's Bullring & Grand Central this September, bringing premium brands and exclusive products to the heart of the city.
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.
The groundbreaking new sci-fi series Pluribus launches with explosive double episodes. Discover the star-studded cast, release schedule and why this is set to be your next streaming obsession.
Birmingham's beloved jacket potato vendor shares his terrifying health battle that threatened to close his thriving business, sparking an outpouring of community support.
Network Rail announces significant improvement works at Birmingham Moor Street station, affecting multiple platforms throughout February. Essential travel information for passengers.
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.
Expert dog trainers reveal why comforting your crying puppy on their first night home could create long-term behavioural problems and what you should do instead.
Britain's new car market shows positive momentum with 5.4% year-on-year growth in June, though private buyer demand remains sluggish as fleet investments power the recovery.
Theatre production All's Fair receives devastating reviews from critics, scoring a brutal 0% on Rotten Tomatoes. Discover why this Birmingham play is facing such harsh criticism.
Ambitious regeneration plans could transform the West Midlands with thousands of new homes, commercial spaces, and community facilities set to breathe new life into the region.
BBC's hit crime drama Shetland makes its highly anticipated return with series 10, featuring new cast additions and a compelling new case that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
Discover the hottest discounts and bargains hitting Birmingham's high streets. From fashion steals to tech deals, we've uncovered where savvy shoppers are saving big right now.
British home furnishings retailer collapses into administration, closing all 30 stores and making 250 staff redundant in devastating high street blow.
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