Nationwide: Shoppers to spend £123 for Black Friday
Nationwide predicts a spending surge of over 260m transactions this November, with the average Brit set to be £123 poorer. Discover the spending trends and consumer sentiment.
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Ubisoft UK forecasts sales dip amid market changes
Ubisoft UK expects lower sales due to changing gamer habits and fewer releases. Read the full analysis of the UK gaming market's transformation.
Amir Qureshi Joins Champions (UK) plc as MD
Champions (UK) plc strengthens its leadership with Amir Qureshi as Managing Partner for The NED Advisor and Board Champions, enhancing board and investor services.
British Gas cancels Christmas parties for staff
British Gas owner Centrica cancels Christmas parties for 21,000 staff while hosting lavish black-tie event for senior management. Union condemns 'breathtaking' decision.
Reacta Healthcare's Global Expansion Backed by Wales
Deeside-based Reacta Healthcare, backed by £2.8m from the Development Bank of Wales, is expanding its global reach with new pharmaceutical-grade food allergy diagnostics. Discover how this Welsh firm is transforming patient care worldwide.
Asda's Wicked store transformation in Bristol
Asda's Patchway store in Bristol undergoes a magical Wicked-themed makeover with exclusive merchandise and products, running until December 10. Discover the magic!
Tasting Cliff Richard's Wine on a Solo Algarve Holiday
Join a solo travel group in Portugal's Algarve, tasting Sir Cliff Richard's award-winning wines and exploring Olhao. Discover the perfect holiday for solo travellers.
Cheapest Baileys for Christmas 2025 Revealed
Tesco and Sainsbury's slash Baileys price to £11 for a 1-litre bottle. Discover the best festive drink deals and a bonus Christmas tree offer. Stock up now!
Rent a Dyson heater for £6.24 monthly this winter
Discover how freelancers and small businesses can rent Dyson fan heaters from £6.24 monthly through Raylo Business. Stay warm this winter without the upfront cost of £400.
FRP Advisory buys Arc & Co for £6.7m
UK business advisory firm FRP Advisory has acquired London-based Arc & Co for £6.7m, launching a new real estate advisory service pillar and transferring 18 staff. Discover the strategic move.
Birmingham shoppers shocked by £20 toothpaste price
Shoppers at a Birmingham Tesco express disbelief over a £20 tube of Oral-B toothpaste, highlighting the growing cost of everyday essentials. Discover the full story and public reaction.
Beckham Fragrance £20 in Boots Black Friday Deal
Boots launches early Black Friday deals with David Beckham's Bold Instinct aftershave halved to £20. Discover amazing discounts on designer fragrances for everyone.
Tesco recalls Westaways Hogs Pudding over safety
Tesco has issued an urgent product recall for Westaways Hogs Pudding 380g due to incorrect cooking. Customers are urged not to eat it and to return it to a store for a full refund.
Barclays cuts mortgage rates by up to 0.3%
Barclays announces significant mortgage rate cuts, with Skipton and Leeds also reducing prices. Experts suggest a lender price war is brewing ahead of the Budget. Act now to secure a deal.
Heat Your Clothes for 9p an Hour, Ditch the Tumble Dryer
Homeowners are ditching expensive tumble dryers for cost-effective heated airers. Discover the Lakeland model saving money and space this winter. Read more.
Banks offer 95% mortgages for new-build homes
NatWest and Barclays announce major policy shift offering 95% LTV mortgages on new-build properties, a move experts call 'reckless' and a risk for negative equity.
Massage Office Chair with Footrest now £54.99
Upgrade your home office with an Alivio ergonomic massage gaming chair for just £54.99. Features a footrest, recliner & LED lights. Over 5,000 sold!
Budget fears change UK Christmas food shopping habits
Brits are swapping festive treats for regular groceries amid Autumn Budget anxiety. Discover how this impacts major supermarkets like Tesco and Sainsbury's.
Banks Pay £524 Switching Bonuses in Christmas Battle
Santander leads UK banking battle with £524 switching bonus package. Compare offers from Lloyds, First Direct and others as lenders compete for customers during cost of living squeeze.
House prices fall £6,589 in November
UK house buyers can save an average of £6,589 as property prices see a significant drop this November. Experts advise acting quickly before the Autumn Budget. Discover the key market insights.
M&S 'Classy' Knitted Top Now 20% Cheaper
Get the stylish M&S Flute Sleeve Knitted Top for just £18.40. This versatile, bestselling piece is perfect for dressing up or down this winter.
Stonegate considers sale of 1,000 UK pubs
Stonegate Group, owner of Slug & Lettuce, explores a potential £1bn sale of 1,000 pubs to tackle its £3bn debt. Discover the impact on Birmingham venues.
Santander TSB takeover to create UK's third-largest bank
Santander's £2.65bn TSB acquisition will create Britain's third-largest bank, serving 28 million customers. The TSB brand is expected to disappear from UK high streets.
New M&S and Greggs drive-thru approved for Burton
Plans for a major expansion of Shobnall Retail Park in Burton have been approved, bringing a new M&S, a drive-thru Greggs, and a 24-lane bowling alley. The development will create 150 jobs and add 400 parking spaces. Discover the full details of this exci
UK SMEs start with less than £6,000
New research reveals the average UK SME starts with under £6,000, with 80% walking a financial tightrope. Discover the personal sacrifices and the call for more entrepreneurial support.
Pieminister closes online shop ahead of Black Friday
UK pie chain Pieminister is temporarily shutting its online store before Black Friday to prevent delivery problems and food waste. Orders resume from December 2.
Poundland Reopens Birmingham Store After Landlord Deal
Poundland's Perry Barr branch in Birmingham has reopened weeks after closure, part of a national u-turn saving several stores. A win for the UK high street.
HMRC demands £992 from low-income savers
Thousands of low-income savers and pensioners face surprise tax demands of £992 due to the frozen personal allowance. Discover how you might be affected and what it means for your savings.
Bristol's Matter secures IKEA investment for microplastic tech
Bristol tech firm Matter, a 2025 Earthshot Prize finalist, secures investment from Inter IKEA to scale its microplastic filtration technology, aiming to prevent 15,000 tonnes of ocean pollution.
One in Four Workers Face New HMRC Tax Band
A new HMRC tax band will impact one in four workers as threshold freezes extend to 2030. Discover how this tax shake-up affects millions of Britons.
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