Major UK Shoe Chain Axes 100 Jobs After Sales Plunge
VF Corporation, owner of Vans and The North Face, axes nearly 100 UK jobs after a 10% sales drop. Turnover falls to £321.5m as consumers cut spending. Read the full financial analysis.
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Christmas items shoppers forget & how to get them last minute
Don't ruin Christmas Day by forgetting key items. A Birmingham mum reveals the 5 essentials she's missed, and how Amazon Fresh can deliver them in time for December 25th.
Asda, Morrisons, Lidl, Aldi in 'Misleading' Turkey Row
Leading UK supermarkets face criticism for selling imported EU turkeys with unclear labelling just days before Christmas. Shoppers urged to check packaging carefully.
UK Supermarket Christmas 2025 Opening Hours Guide
Plan your festive shopping with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours over Christmas and New Year 2025. Avoid the last-minute rush and check before you travel.
Boots sells premium beauty for £10 in today-only deal
Boots is offering a huge one-day sale with premium beauty, skincare, and gadgets for just £10. Grab top brands like No7 and Urban Decay before stocks run out!
Mothercare Plans Rebuild After £1.4m Loss and Sales Fall
Mothercare announces plans to rebuild its UK and global operations despite posting a £1.4m loss and a 25% sales drop. The retailer says it has 'stabilised' and is seeking a new CEO.
Pets At Home names James Bailey as new Chief Executive
Pets At Home ends its three-month CEO search, hiring former Waitrose managing director James Bailey to lead a turnaround. He starts on March 30.
Expert's guide to Christmas yellow sticker discounts
A consumer expert reveals how to slash your Christmas food bill by hunting for yellow sticker discounts on fresh produce and luxury items. Learn the best times and tips to save.
Aldi Ends Click and Collect Service Across UK
Aldi is permanently withdrawing its Click and Collect service from all UK stores by year's end to maintain its low-price promise. Find out what this means for shoppers.
Discontinued Nestle White Chocolate Bar Spotted Back in UK Stores
Nestle's Milky Bar Crunch, reminiscent of the axed White Chocolate Crunch, has been found in B&M and The Range. Fans hail its return as shoppers rush to find the £2.99 treat.
Aldi's Big Middle Aisle Change Hours After Christmas
Aldi confirms its next Specialbuys release is scheduled for Sunday, December 28, just three days after Christmas. Find out the new schedule and where to get exclusive previews.
Lidl's £2.45/kg Turkey Offer for Christmas Shoppers
Lidl has cut the price of its fresh whole turkeys to just £2.45 per kilogram, offering one of the UK's most affordable festive centrepieces. Discover the full Christmas dinner deal.
Next and Currys warn new worker rules will cut jobs
Retail leaders warn Labour's new workers' rights legislation will lead to fewer jobs and hurt high streets. Read the full industry reaction and analysis.
Wendy's in Maidstone shuts suddenly, signage removed
Wendy's fast food branch in Maidstone has closed permanently without warning, leaving locals shocked just before Christmas. Read local reactions and the reasons cited.
Cotswold Flour Mill's Remarkable Turnaround Story
Bertie Matthews, eighth-generation owner of Matthews Cotswold Flour, reveals how he rescued the 100-year-old mill from financial ruin and his ambitious plans for regenerative farming in Britain. Discover the full story.
Halfords Christmas 2025 Closure: 72-Hour Shutdown
Halfords announces a 72-hour Christmas closure across Birmingham, including Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Drivers urged to plan ahead. Read the full festive schedule.
Next's 'Gorgeous' £48 Velvet Bag Praised by Shoppers
Shoppers are raving about Next's Black Velvet Sparkle Weave Handheld Bag, calling it 'gorgeous' and saying it looks far pricier than its £48 tag. Perfect for festive outfits.
M&S's £23 'In Demand' Cardigan in Trending Colours
Marks and Spencer's new £23 Air-Yarn striped cardigan is already 'in demand'. The trendy cream and brown piece is lightweight and versatile for winter.
Christmas essentials slashed to 20p at The Range
The Range has slashed prices on wrapping paper and gift bags to just 20p, while Tesco offers major discounts on mince pies and Baileys for last-minute shoppers.
Save 60% on Braun's 'Precise' Award-Winning Shaver
Amazon's limited-time deal offers 60% off the Braun Series 9 Pro+ shaver, praised for a clean finish and no irritation. Discover top-rated grooming savings.
Ocado's £10 Christmas delivery charge angers shoppers
Ocado faces backlash after hiking last-minute Christmas delivery fees to £10. Shoppers vent on social media as festive costs surge. Read the full story.
CMA warns of 'weak' competition in UK fuel market
The UK competition watchdog finds fuel retailers' profit margins remain 'persistently high', with weak competition keeping pump prices up. New fuel finder scheme aims to empower motorists.
Amazon cuts Cadbury 850g chocolate bar to £9 for Christmas
Amazon has discounted the huge 850g Cadbury Dairy Milk bar to just £9, with delivery before Christmas. Shoppers praise it as a 'perfect' last-minute gift.
Hollister's Bullring return sparks Brummie nostalgia
Hollister has reopened in Birmingham's Bullring, prompting fond memories of its dimly-lit 2011 store. Victoria's Secret is also set for a 2026 comeback. Read the full story.
Tesco's 6 major last-minute Christmas deals revealed
Tesco unveils six major festive discounts for Clubcard holders, including half-price mince pies and big savings on Baileys, Quality Street, and roast potatoes. Check your local store hours.
Primark Dartford to close in first UK shutdown in a decade
Primark confirms the closure of its Dartford store on January 3rd, 2026, marking its first UK shutdown in over ten years. 53 jobs are impacted. Read the full story.
UK Supermarket Christmas 2025 Opening Hours Guide
Don't get caught out this festive season. Our complete guide details the Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day opening times for all major UK supermarkets in 2025.
New KitKat Chunky Flavour Rumoured for 2026 UK Release
Nestlé hints at new confectionery products as social media buzz suggests a caramel-flavoured KitKat Chunky could hit UK shelves as early as February 2026.
Aldi shoppers save 7 minutes compared to rivals
A new study reveals Aldi customers spend just 33 minutes on their weekly shop, seven minutes faster than the UK average. Discover the supermarket's efficiency secrets for a stress-free Christmas.
Popular kids' toy slashed to £4.99 at Home Bargains
A must-have children's baking set is now just £4.99 at Home Bargains in Merry Hill, saving over 80% on the RRP. Discover this last-minute Christmas bargain before it's gone!
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