M&S Raises Free Delivery Threshold to £75, Sparking Shopper Backlash Thursday, May 21, 2026 m&s delivery fees shoppers backlash retail farming sustainability agriculture clickandcollect Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced a significant change to its online delivery policy, increasing the minimum spend for free delivery from £60 to £75. This new rule, effective from May, applies to clothing, home, and … Read More
Labour Party Proposes Voluntary Price Cap for UK Supermarkets Amid Rising Costs Wednesday, May 20, 2026 supermarkets pricecap inflation ukgovernment groceryprices retail labourparty foodprices costofliving ukeconomy The UK Labour Party government has called on leading supermarkets—including Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, and Morrisons—to consider implementing voluntary price caps on essential food items. The move aims to shield … Read More
Exact Date Announced for Solihull Post Office Closure Following TGJones Store Shutdown Tuesday, May 19, 2026 solihull postoffice tgjones mellsquare closure highstreet retail restructuring community midlands Solihull residents are feeling the impact as TGJones prepares to close its sole store in the town centre, which houses the only Post Office branch. The retailer’s outlet in Mell Square, featuring a Post Office and Toys … Read More
Autograph: Birmingham’s Beloved Independent Shop Closes After Nearly 40 Years Amid Concerns for City's Retail Future Sunday, May 17, 2026 birmingham retail independent shopclosure ethelstreet citycentre business commerce localeconomy heritage After nearly 40 years in business, Autograph has closed its doors, marking the end of an era for one of Birmingham city centre’s last independent shops. Located on Ethel Street, Autograph was one of only two remaining … Read More
Not Norfolk or Yorkshire: Warwickshire’s Aubrey Allen Named UK’s Best Farm Shop, Hosting Exclusive Secret Supper Clubs Saturday, May 16, 2026 farmshop butcher warwickshire leamingtonspa supperclub charcuterie awards community artisan retail When you think of the UK’s best farm shop, your mind might naturally drift to regions like Yorkshire or Norfolk—known for their rich agricultural heritage. But the 2026 Farm Shop & Deli Retailer Awards have crowned an … Read More
8 Stunning Photos Inside the UK’s Award-Winning Farm Shop Just 25 Minutes from Birmingham Saturday, May 16, 2026 farmshop birmingham butcher awardwinner localproduce familybusiness countryside freshfood retail artisan Nestled a short 25-minute drive from Birmingham, this exceptional farm shop has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. Celebrated as the UK’s best farm shop at the recent Farm Shop & Deli Retailer Awards, this … Read More