Retail

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 kingsheath camphillline birmingham railway transport business connectivity commuting development retail

Businesses in Kings Heath are celebrating the opening of a new railway station, the first in the suburb since World War II, seeing it as a catalyst for economic growth and increased accessibility. On April 7, the new Kings … Read More

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 birmingham coffeeshop tesco conveniencestore newhallstreet retail refurbishment citycentre business opening

A longtime fixture in Birmingham’s city centre is undergoing a major change. The Coffee#1 branch on Newhall Street, which operated since 2017, closed its doors last year and is now being refurbished to become a Tesco … Read More

Sunday, April 12, 2026 iceland delivery promotion costofliving fuelprices grocery retail uk frozenfood supermarkets

Iceland is offering free same-day delivery for all orders over £40 from Monday 13 April through Thursday 16 April. Normally, home delivery slots cost £3.20, but this limited-time promotion aims to help shoppers save on … Read More

Saturday, April 11, 2026 lkbennett fashion sale clearance discounts luxury retail administration lenders uk

LK Bennett, a well-known luxury fashion retailer in the UK, is set to shut down its website within days, offering shoppers a dramatic online sale with discounts of up to 90% off. This exclusive clearance event marks the final … Read More

Saturday, April 11, 2026 gandys administration retail ukfashion funding sale coventgarden purpose ecommerce clothing

Gandys, a prominent UK clothing brand known for its mission-driven ethos, has filed for administration following a sudden and significant drop in funding. As part of the administration process, the retailer has slashed prices … Read More

Friday, April 10, 2026 bread saving tips supermarkets discounts livingcosts supplychain shopping money retail

UK shoppers are being encouraged to buy bread after 6pm on Fridays to take advantage of significant discounts, according to industry insiders. With the ongoing Cost of Living crisis and global tensions impacting prices, … Read More

Friday, April 10, 2026 m&s percypig productdiscontinuation retail birmingham customerfeedback britishbeef sustainability foodretail investment

Marks & Spencer has announced it will be discontinuing its popular Percy Pig Fizzy Fruit Juice, leaving many fans disappointed. Customers across the UK, including those in Birmingham, have expressed their sadness over the … Read More

Friday, April 10, 2026 primark app uk retail fashion shopping digital clickandcollect customerexperience innovation

Primark has introduced its first ever app for UK customers, marking a significant digital step for the popular budget fashion retailer. This launch follows successful app rollouts in Ireland and Italy last summer and … Read More

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 tesco parkandpause freedrinks tescofinest customerservice toysale easterholidays retail uksupermarkets promotions

Tesco, the UK’s largest supermarket chain, is launching a special initiative this weekend with the introduction of limited edition Park & Pause bays across ten of its stores. Beginning Saturday, April 11, customers who … Read More

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 marksandspencer deliverypass sparks loyalty onlineshopping customerservice retail uk birmingham westmidlands

Marks & Spencer has announced a significant change to its customer loyalty programme by discontinuing the Delivery Pass service, a move that has left many shoppers disappointed and frustrated. This subscription service, … Read More

Monday, April 6, 2026 m&s foodwaste sustainability bakery garlicbread frozenfood innovation retail plana wrap

M&S has unveiled a new initiative aimed at reducing food waste by repurposing unsold bakery loaves into delectable frozen garlic bread. Shoppers looking to enhance their meals with fresh garlic bread can now find this … Read More

Monday, April 6, 2026 wednesfield morrisons petrolstation planning convenience council licensing evcharging retail community

City of Wolverhampton Council has given the green light to reopen the former Linthouse Service Station, located on Linthouse Lane in Wednesfield, as a petrol garage paired with a Morrisons Daily convenience store. The site, … Read More

Saturday, April 4, 2026 morrisons wolverhampton petrolstation alcohollicence licensing antisocialbehaviour traffic planning retail community

The City of Wolverhampton Council’s licensing committee has granted an alcohol licence to the new Morrisons Daily petrol station at Linthouse Lane Service Station in Wednesfield, despite objections from local residents and … Read More

Saturday, April 4, 2026 primark payrise ukjobs retail womenswear campaign fashion london employeebenefits springcollection

Primark has implemented a significant pay increase, establishing a minimum hourly wage of £13 for all retail assistants in stores across England, Scotland, and Wales. In London, the hourly rate rises to £13.71. This new pay … Read More

Saturday, April 4, 2026 mands closures cafés retail restructure food shopping fashion transformation uk

Marks & Spencer (M&S) has revealed plans to close 14 of its in-store cafés in 2026 as part of a significant store transformation aimed at improving product variety and customer experience. This decision impacts … Read More

Thursday, April 2, 2026 harveynorman suttoncoldfield departmentstore retail opening gracechurch bhs shopping deals easter

Sutton Coldfield is buzzing today as the brand new Harvey Norman department store officially opens its doors. Often referred to as the ‘Australian John Lewis,’ this much-anticipated store promises exciting offers and a fresh … Read More

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 bakery closure ukbusiness highstreet routledges costs retail government economy shopclosures

Routledges the Bakers, a renowned UK bakery chain with a 109-year legacy, has announced the permanent closure of all eight of its shops. The decision comes in response to relentless cost increases and mounting financial … Read More

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 poundstretcher restructuring retail stores closures cva creditors fortress uk highstreet

Poundstretcher, one of the UK’s prominent high street discount chains, is reportedly preparing for a significant wave of store closures as part of a comprehensive restructuring plan. This move follows its acquisition by … Read More

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 aldi wages payrise supermarket periodpoverty employees london retail payroll uk

Starting Wednesday, April 1, Aldi will increase hourly wages for 28,000 employees across the UK, setting a new standard as the highest-paying supermarket chain in the country. Following earlier raises, wages for store … Read More

Monday, March 30, 2026 m&s easter storeclosure retail uk nordstrom fashion womenswear partnership international

Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced it will close the majority of its full-line stores across England for 24 hours on Easter Sunday. This temporary shutdown affects 229 stores nationwide as part of the retailer’s … Read More

Monday, March 30, 2026 m&s bananas pricing retail supermarket food waste jerseyroyal potatoes shopping

Marks and Spencer has sparked frustration among shoppers after introducing an 18p charge per individual banana in all its UK food stores, replacing the previous 90p per kilo pricing. M&S, which has branches in cities … Read More

Sunday, March 29, 2026 alumrock birmingham parking congestion highstreet community independentbusinesses traffic retail urbanlife

Alum Rock Road has become infamous in Birmingham for its notorious parking problems. Like many inner-city areas, it’s common to see cars squeezed onto pavements, parked along curbsides and yellow lines, double-parked—often … Read More

Saturday, March 28, 2026 dudley highstreet regeneration retail westmidlands decline shopping revitalization crime infrastructure

Traders on Dudley’s historic High Street are calling for urgent action to revive the area as footfall continues to decline and anti-social behaviour rises. In the first article of a series examining High Streets across the … Read More

Saturday, March 28, 2026 gracechurch birmingham regeneration retail harveynorman suttoncoldfield padel development shoppingcentre leisure

Two years ago, the new owners of Sutton Coldfield’s Gracechurch Centre unveiled bold redevelopment plans to modernize the shopping destination for the 21st century. Now, those plans have undergone a significant … Read More