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.
Develop North Backs North Yorkshire Regeneration Push
The influential Develop North partnership announces key leadership appointments to drive forward ambitious regeneration projects across North Yorkshire, signalling strong commitment to the region's economic future.
Burslem Town Centre Faces Critical Heritage Threat
Heritage campaigners sound alarm as Burslem's historic town centre faces being added to England's 'at risk' register, with iconic buildings deteriorating and urgent action needed to save Stoke-on-Trent's mother town.
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.
Wolverhampton's historic chapel to become community hub
Exciting plans revealed to transform empty Darlington Street Methodist Chapel into vibrant community space with café and heritage features in Wolverhampton city centre.
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.
850 new homes approved for Walsall's former industrial site
Major regeneration project approved for Phoenix 10 site in Darlaston, bringing hundreds of homes, green spaces and community facilities to Walsall's industrial heartland.
£7bn social housing funding boost unveiled
The UK government announces a massive £7 billion funding injection for social housing, promising thousands of new affordable homes and major regeneration projects across the country.
Manchester approves 76-storey skyscraper - city's tallest
Manchester City Council has approved plans for the city's tallest building - a 76-storey skyscraper that will transform the skyline and create thousands of jobs in a major regeneration project.
Darlaston's £20m boost: First £85k spending revealed
Exclusive details emerge about how the initial £85,000 of Darlaston's massive £20 million Town Deal funding is being spent on crucial planning and development work, paving the way for the Black Country town's dramatic regeneration.
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.
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.
£679m Liverpool Royal Eye Hospital revival confirmed
A landmark £679 million contract has been signed to breathe new life into Liverpool's iconic Royal Eye Hospital, ending years of dereliction and creating a vibrant mixed-use destination in the heart of the city.
Wolverhampton's Historic Beatties Building Set for Major Revamp
Exciting new plans revealed for Wolverhampton's iconic Beatties building as developers unveil vision for luxury apartments and commercial spaces in the heart of the city.
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.
Birmingham's historic markets face demolition threat
Birmingham's iconic Bull Ring Markets could be demolished as part of the massive £2 billion Paradise Circus regeneration scheme, raising concerns about the future of the city's historic trading heart.
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.
West Midlands Plans 5,000 New Homes in Major Regeneration
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.
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.
Walsall Secures £20m Funding for Economic Revival
Walsall Council secures major £20m funding boost from UK Shared Prosperity Fund to drive economic growth, support local businesses, and create new opportunities across the borough.
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.
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