UK unemployment reaches 5.2%, the highest since 2021, with falling payrolls and slowing wage growth increasing likelihood of a base rate reduction next month, as major lenders already begin trimming mortgage rates.
The £130m Investment Fund for Wales has completed its largest equity investment to date, injecting £3.5m into industrial services firm Advantiv to support expansion and job creation across South Wales.
UK homeowners are advised to secure mortgage rates ahead of Wednesday's inflation figures, with Santander and Nationwide adjusting rates. Experts warn of potential lender shifts.
Teesside windfarm manufacturer SeAH Wind and offshore developer Ørsted have mutually agreed to discontinue monopile production for the Hornsea 3 project, citing factory readiness concerns.
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UK bank executives are developing a backup payment system to reduce reliance on US-owned Visa and Mastercard, driven by concerns over political risks and operational resilience.
Boots' £10 Tuesday deal features the No7 Lift and Luminate Triple Action Night Cream, reduced from £29.95 to £10 for one day only. Fans praise it as the best they've ever used, with many reporting happier, more radiant skin.
BrewDog has started a formal sale process following five consecutive years of losses, with AlixPartners managing the competitive bidding. The move comes after the closure of its distillery and several bars across the UK.
Sarah Ferguson has filed to dissolve five of her businesses, including Fergie's Farm and Planet Partners Production, following renewed scrutiny from the Epstein files. The companies were tied to her brand ambassador work and lifestyle ventures.
Major UK fashion retailer Matalan announces the permanent closure of its Station Business Park store in Carlisle on March 7, as the site makes way for the Carlisle Station Gateway redevelopment project.
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The UK unemployment rate has climbed to 5.2% in late 2025, the highest level since 2021, with payrolled employees decreasing and wage growth slowing amid economic uncertainty.
Topshop is making a major comeback to UK high streets, launching in 32 John Lewis stores nationwide on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, after closing its standalone shops in 2021.
A new Starbucks drive-thru has reached practical completion in Kingsway, Gloucester, marking the final phase of a major commercial center redevelopment at a former RAF airbase site.
The Karcher WD6 P Premium wet and dry vacuum cleaner offers serious power for tough cleaning tasks. This heavy-duty machine handles rubble, water, and debris with ease, featuring a 30-litre tank and built-in power socket for tools.
Official figures reveal UK unemployment rose to 5.2% in late 2025, the highest since early 2021, with wage growth easing and payrolls declining, increasing expectations of a March interest rate cut.
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Stonham Barns Holiday Park in Suffolk has filed for administration, but all existing and new bookings will be honored as administrators seek a buyer for the popular leisure complex.
A Barclays survey reveals UK homebuyers lose an average of £2,127 when property chains break down, with 46% experiencing delays or transaction failures.
Topshop is making a major comeback to the UK high street through a partnership with John Lewis, available in 32 stores including Solihull from Tuesday.
Lloyds Bank CEO Charlie Nunn addresses staff concerns after using aggregated employee bank account data during union pay negotiations, promising a full review.
Mostyn Mackenzie shoe chain is closing its Tenterden branch on February 28, citing high street challenges like changing shopping habits and rising costs. The family-run retailer has already shut stores in Aberdeen and Broughty Ferry.
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The Department for Work and Pensions is expanding its 'Jobcentres on Wheels' initiative to towns and cities in England, offering employment support directly in communities.
TSB is urging customers to switch to a Spend & Save account by Tuesday, February 17, 2026, to receive up to £200. The offer requires depositing £1,000 and making five debit card payments.
Shark's premium corded vacuum, the Stratos XL, has fallen to £229 on Amazon, a 43% saving from its usual £399 price. This limited-time offer, valid until February 24, 2026, features 800 watts of power and lift-away technology.
Average property values in the prestigious B15 postcode of Edgbaston have fallen sharply by £30,000 over the past year, despite remaining near £400,000, as new sales data reveals a significant downturn in one of Birmingham's wealthiest neighbourhoods.
John Lewis is bringing the iconic Topshop brand back to physical stores across the UK, launching in all 32 department stores this week. This move marks a significant expansion for the retailer amid an £800 million investment plan.
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A McDonald's manager expressed frustration after TikTok accounts revealed upcoming menu items before official staff announcements, sparking online debate.
The popular Point Blank bar chain has shut all its UK sites in Newcastle, Leeds, and Manchester after entering liquidation, citing unforeseen circumstances including a landlord collapse.
Homeowners are raving about the Colby Rechargeable Metal Table Lamp from Marks & Spencer, which offers a practical solution for areas lacking plug sockets. Available in antique brass and chrome, this lamp provides a gentle ambient glow with a 4.2-star rat
Popular artisan bakery Deep North has opened a new headquarters and production kitchen in Newcastle, boosting capacity and launching a fourth shop in Ouseburn as part of regional expansion plans.
An exceptional three-bedroom detached family home on Rubery Lane in Rednal, Birmingham, has come to market for £325,000. The property features stylish modern interiors, a cosy log burner, and a highly private rear garden with a wooden pavilion.
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A new TUC report reveals the gender pay gap may not close until 2056, with women effectively working 47 days for free each year compared to men.
