Halifax Bearwood Branch Closure Date Announced
Halifax will close its Bearwood Road branch on March 2 as part of 71 Lloyds Banking Group closures in 2026. Find out the full list of affected locations and alternative banking options.
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Dudley Superdrug closes, becomes Savers
A Dudley High Street Superdrug will shut on January 31, reopening as budget chain Savers on February 12. The same team will stay. Read the full story.
Halifax Shuts Two Bank Branches This Week
Halifax is closing branches in Deal and Hastings on January 22, citing a surge in online banking. Discover the full details and alternative services available.
JD Sports and River Island close Sutton Coldfield shops
JD Sports is closing its Gracechurch Centre store in Sutton Coldfield, citing rent issues, days after River Island's departure. The closures deal a blow to the town centre's retail offering. Read the full story.
Primark Birmingham Cafe to Close in Major Update
Primark confirms the permanent closure of its in-store cafe on Birmingham High Street, part of a wider review affecting three other UK branches. No staff redundancies are currently planned.
37 Russell & Bromley stores at risk in takeover talks
Iconic UK shoe retailer Russell & Bromley faces potential closure of all 37 stores, putting over 450 jobs at risk. Read the full list of locations and the details of the urgent takeover negotiations.
Major Wolverhampton Fire Prompts 'Avoid Area' Warning
A large fire in Wolverhampton has caused significant smoke, leading to road closures. Residents are urged to avoid the St Luke's Church area. Follow live updates.
Russell & Bromley: 450 jobs at risk as chain faces closure
Historic high street retailer Russell & Bromley, with 37 stores, is in talks over a potential closure. Next and Retail Realisation are in discussions to acquire the business. Read the full story.
Leasowes High School closed due to burst water main
Leasowes High School in Halesowen has closed for the second time in days after a burst pipe caused a complete loss of water. Pupils were sent home for health and safety reasons.
Primark, River Island, Poundland Close UK Stores in January
Major UK retailers including Primark, River Island, and Poundland are shutting multiple branches this month. See the full list of closures and dates affecting your local high street.
115 jobs at risk as Morrisons closes historic bakery
A 100-year-old bakery faces closure by Morrisons, putting 115 jobs at risk. The Wakefield site survived a 2024 restructure but continues to operate at a loss. Read the full story.
Birmingham Bar Closed After Man Dies in Attack
A Birmingham restaurant and cocktail bar has been shut down after a man died from a head injury following an alleged attack outside. Police have charged a man with manslaughter.
A45 Coventry Road near Birmingham Airport to close this weekend
The A45 Coventry Road in Sheldon will be closed towards Birmingham city centre from Friday night. Find out the diversion routes and which bus services are affected.
Birmingham's New Street ranks as 4th unhealthiest in UK
Birmingham's New Street is the fourth unhealthiest high street in the UK, with over 36% of shops being fast food outlets or unhealthy stores. Discover the full list and health risks.
Snow Hill Queensway Closure: Weekend Bus Diversions
Snow Hill Queensway in Birmingham city centre closes from 10-11 Jan 2026 for a crane lift. Key National Express bus routes diverted. Full diversion details here.
Birmingham Bus Diversions: Snow Hill Queensway Weekend Closure
Snow Hill Queensway in Birmingham city centre closes from 10-11 January for a crane lift. National Express West Midlands services 7, 9, 12, 13, 16, 52, 74, 101, 126, X8 & X10 diverted. Full diversion details here.
M&S Announces Wakefield Store Closure for 2026
Marks & Spencer confirms the closure of its Kirkgate store in Wakefield city centre in 2026, part of a national shift in retail strategy. Read the local reaction and what it means for the high street.
HS2 completes major viaduct work over Christmas
HS2 engineers installed two critical viaduct spans near Water Orton during a five-day Christmas rail closure, a major milestone for the high-speed project. Read more.
Historic Ramsbury shop from 1794 to become a house
A Wiltshire village shop that served the community for over 230 years is set for a final farewell as plans are submitted to convert the Grade II listed building into living accommodation. Read the full story.
Aston Expressway closed in both directions
The A38M Aston Expressway is closed in both directions between Park Circus and Dartmouth Circus. National Highways warns drivers to allow extra time for journeys.
House of Fraser confirms Plymouth store closure for 2026
House of Fraser will shut its Plymouth department store in March 2026, leaving just 11 UK locations. The retailer has closed nearly 50 stores since 2018. Read the latest details.
Beloved Brownie Brand Announces Immediate Closure
The Best Ever Brownie Company and Barn Café have shut their last branch for good due to financial pressures and founder health issues. Read the full story.
High street fears 5-month closure in rail upgrade
Uppermill businesses warn a five-month road closure for the Transpennine Route Upgrade could be devastating. Shopkeepers demand better communication from Network Rail.
Primark shuts first store in 10 years in Dartford
Primark is closing its Dartford store on January 3, the first such closure in 10 years, dealing a blow to the local high street. Staff face redundancy as the building requires major repairs.
Liverpool Hooters to shut down in January 2026
The Hooters restaurant on Liverpool's Water Street will close permanently on January 11, 2026. The director cites a tough year and plans for a new, more inclusive concept. Read more.
Birmingham's RumRum Nightclub Announces Closure
RumRum nightclub in Birmingham's Arcadian will shut its doors for good on January 1. Management invites revellers for 'one last dance' at final New Year's Eve and Day parties.
A459 Dudley Street closed after crash, drivers face delays
A collision has forced the closure of A459 Dudley Street in Sedgley, Dudley, in both directions. Drivers are warned of significant congestion. Avoid the area.
A459 closed both ways after Sedgley crash
A major Black Country route is shut in both directions following a collision on Dudley Street in Sedgley. Drivers are warned to expect significant delays.
Christmas train cancellations hit England, drivers urged to prepare
Major rail engineering works will close London Liverpool Street and disrupt Waterloo over Christmas. With 472,000 battery failures predicted, drivers are urged to check cars for festive travel.
Wendy's in Maidstone shuts suddenly, signage removed
Wendy's fast food branch in Maidstone has closed permanently without warning, leaving locals shocked just before Christmas. Read local reactions and the reasons cited.
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