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.
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.
Cubbington Care Worker Wins National Care Award
Dedicated support worker Amy Melia from Cubbington Mill Care Home has been honoured with a national care award, celebrating her exceptional dedication to residents and innovative approach to dementia care.
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.
Care Home Heroes Embark on Charity Walk for Hospice
Dedicated staff from Oak Springs Care Home are stepping out to raise vital funds for Willowbrook Hospice through a sponsored coastal walk, demonstrating incredible community spirit.
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.
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.
Widnes Hospitals Win Prestigious National Healthcare Award
Hospitals in Widnes are celebrating after receiving national recognition for their exceptional patient care and staff development in the prestigious Health Service Journal Awards.
M6 lorry driver caught asleep at wheel in dashcam footage
Exclusive dashcam video reveals the moment a truck driver appears to fall asleep on the M6, veering across lanes in a heart-stopping incident that could have ended in tragedy.
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.
Car stolen with baby inside - police appeal
West Midlands Police are hunting thieves who stole a car with a baby inside from a Birmingham street. The infant was found safe minutes later after being abandoned nearby.
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.
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.
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.
Boots and TK Maxx issue urgent scam warning to shoppers
Major high street retailers Boots and TK Maxx alert customers about sophisticated new scam tactics targeting shoppers across the UK. Learn how to protect yourself from these convincing fake messages.
Joe Richards Jewellers closes after 128 years in Birmingham
The iconic Birmingham Jewellery Quarter institution Joe Richards announces permanent closure, marking the end of an era for city's heritage and leaving 15 employees facing redundancy.
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