Cloud Nine Secures £19m HSBC Finance Facility

Yorkshire-based hair and beauty brand Cloud Nine has secured a major £19 million finance facility from HSBC, marking its largest funding transaction since its 2009 launch. The deal will support international growth and product innovation.

Franco Manca Closes 16 UK Sites, Birmingham Affected

Franco Manca, the popular UK pizzeria chain with a restaurant in Birmingham city centre, announces closure of 16 locations due to high taxes and lack of business rates relief. Parent company Fulham Shore cites unsustainable cost pressures.

M&S Sparks Loyalty Scheme Changes: New Digital Wallet

Marks and Spencer has announced major updates to its Sparks loyalty scheme, including a new digital wallet for real money rewards and a partnership with Virgin Red. The changes aim to enhance personalised offers while discontinuing the Delivery Pass.

NatWest to Shut 37 Branches, Full List of Locations

NatWest has announced the closure of 37 branches across the UK, with 34 confirmed to shut by February 2027. The majority will close by June 2026, citing increased demand for online and mobile banking services.

M&S Opens New Abingdon Store, Creating 75 Local Jobs

Marks & Spencer confirms the opening of a new 18,000 square foot store at Fairacres Retail Park in Abingdon next week, featuring a full food range, bakery, and coffee counter while creating 75 new employment opportunities.

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