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.
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£300M in unspent M&S and John Lewis vouchers discovered
New research reveals British shoppers are holding over £300 million in unspent gift cards and vouchers for retail giants M&S and John Lewis - but time is running out to spend them.
Lidl introduces new checkout tech to slash queues
Lidl is revolutionising its checkout experience across British stores with new high-tech tills designed to slash waiting times and transform your shopping trip.
Matalan Ends Online Returns in Major Policy Shift
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.
Three arrested after Birmingham teenager robbed at knifepoint
West Midlands Police have arrested three suspects following a terrifying knifepoint robbery targeting a teenage boy in Birmingham's Kings Heath area. The victim was threatened with a blade before having his possessions stolen in broad daylight.
Four charged in Sainsbury's car park crime crackdown
Four individuals face serious charges following a major police operation targeting organised retail crime at a Birmingham Sainsbury's supermarket car park.
Man in court over £100k criminal damage across West Midlands
A Birmingham man faces multiple charges after allegedly causing extensive damage to vehicles and properties across the West Midlands, with estimated losses reaching six figures.
Primark scraps traditional tills for mobile checkout system
Primark is revolutionising the shopping experience by replacing traditional tills with mobile checkout points, allowing staff to process payments anywhere in the store.
Lidl confirms Perry Barr store opening date
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.
Sainsbury's urgent recycling plea over yogurt pots
Supermarket giant Sainsbury's issues desperate recycling appeal to shoppers regarding specific Rachel's Organic yogurt containers that cannot be processed through normal routes.
John Lewis Birmingham escalator crisis affects thousands
Thousands of frustrated shoppers at John Lewis Birmingham encounter major accessibility challenges as multiple escalators remain out of order, sparking concerns about mobility access and customer experience.
Sutton Coldfield Coffee Shop Closes Suddenly
The popular Coffee#1 café in Sutton Coldfield's Gracechurch Shopping Centre has closed unexpectedly, with staff reportedly learning about the closure just hours before shutting down permanently.
Police hunt thugs after brutal double assault in Solihull
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after two men were brutally attacked in separate incidents in Solihull town centre. Detectives believe the violent assaults may be linked.
Liverpool's St John's Market Up for Sale
One of Liverpool's most historic retail destinations, St John's Market, is now available for purchase in a landmark commercial property opportunity that could reshape the city's shopping landscape.
Vintage photos reveal Birmingham's lost shopping era
Vintage photographs reveal the golden age of Birmingham shopping, from bustling market stalls to grand department stores that defined a generation.
M&S Profits Soar 58% in Stunning Turnaround
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.
Fired Earth collapses: All UK showrooms closing
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.
The Entertainer announces major job cuts amid cost crisis
Britain's beloved toy chain The Entertainer faces tough restructuring with significant job losses as rising costs and tax pressures hit the retail sector hard.
Lidl cuts prices on 100+ essential items
Lidl announces major price cuts across more than 100 everyday items in UK stores, delivering relief to shoppers amid cost of living pressures.
Birmingham Sunday Trading Hours Set for Major Extension
Birmingham's premier shopping destinations are poised for a dramatic Sunday trading overhaul, with proposals to extend opening hours significantly across the city centre retail hubs.
Birmingham's Best Shopping Deals & Discounts Revealed
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.
ASOS cuts 500 jobs in UK restructuring
Online fashion giant ASOS announces significant workforce reduction affecting 500 roles across UK operations, including key Birmingham distribution centres, as part of cost-cutting measures.
Homeware chain with 30 stores collapses into administration
British home furnishings retailer collapses into administration, closing all 30 stores and making 250 staff redundant in devastating high street blow.
Teens Escape Jail for Vicious Wolverhampton Attack
Shocking footage of a brutal assault on a vulnerable man in Wolverhampton sparks national debate as perpetrators receive community orders, prompting victims' families to demand tougher youth sentencing laws.
M&S closes Birmingham store after 18 months
M&S confirms permanent closure of its Birmingham city centre store, leaving another empty unit in the struggling retail district just 18 months after opening.
TikTok Murder: Tristyn Bailey Case Goes Viral
The disturbing story of how a Florida teenager's murder went viral on TikTok is now being explored in a new ITV documentary, examining the dark intersection of social media and true crime.
£700k Gold Bars Found in Police Raid
West Midlands Police uncovered a treasure trove of 7kg gold bars, luxury watches, and £100,000 cash in a major organised crime bust across Birmingham and Solihull.
Golf buggy cocaine dealer jailed in Birmingham
A Birmingham drug dealer who used a golf buggy to transport cocaine around the city's streets has been sentenced to prison in a case that highlights innovative criminal methods being employed by drug networks.
Violence against shop workers surges by one-third
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in physical assaults and verbal abuse targeting retail staff across Britain, with Co-op reporting over 1,000 incidents daily.
M&S Birmingham Unveils Major Fashion & Home Overhaul
M&S announces revolutionary store overhaul with exciting new fashion brands, homeware collections and competitive pricing strategy at Birmingham Bullring.
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