Retail

Friday, March 27, 2026 stirchley housing community birmingham development sustainability retail leisure cooperative urbanplanning

In a bold move to shape the future of their neighbourhood, Stirchley residents have put forward an ambitious plan to transform a brownfield site on Hazelwell Road into a hub of community-led housing, retail, and leisure … Read More

Friday, March 27, 2026 wolverhampton shoplifting theft retail crime westmidlands security community policing prevention

Wolverhampton has earned a troubling reputation as the shoplifting capital of the West Midlands, recording more than 104 offences per 10,000 people. This high rate of retail theft has raised concerns among local businesses, … Read More

Thursday, March 26, 2026 m&s returns policy retail farnham foodhall storeopening uk shopping customers

Marks & Spencer has announced a significant change to its returns policy, reducing the return period from 35 days to 28 days across all UK stores, with immediate effect. This update applies to both online and in-store … Read More

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 birmingham zombiequarter newstreet retail urbandecay development economy commercial regeneration shopping

Nestled on Birmingham’s bustling New Street lies an area locals have dubbed the “Zombie Quarter.” This name refers to a series of long-dead retail and commercial units that have remained empty and unused for … Read More

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 ncp administration carparks insolvency pricewaterhousecoopers ukparking closure retail business parking

NCP, a well-known name in UK parking services for over 90 years, has entered administration, casting uncertainty over numerous car parks nationwide. PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has been appointed as joint administrators … Read More

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 midlands shoplifting crime retail theft violence britishretailconsortium safety deliverydrivers security

Nearly 30 percent of shoppers in the Midlands have witnessed shoplifting, marking the region as one of the worst-hit in the country. Recent data reveals that 29 percent of people in the West Midlands have seen theft in stores … Read More

Monday, March 16, 2026 birmingham demolition development highstreet planning gpsurgery housing urbanrenewal construction retail

A significant site in Birmingham city centre faces potential demolition over the next decade to make way for a large-scale redevelopment project. Henley Investment Management Limited and Sixth Street have submitted a planning … Read More

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 chocolate confectionery ukbusiness closure innovation gourmetchocolatepizzaco nottinghamshire smallbusiness retail bankruptcy

The Gourmet Chocolate Pizza Co, a cherished UK chocolate brand known for its distinctive chocolate “pizzas,” has officially ceased trading after almost two decades in business. Based in Cotgrave, Nottinghamshire, the company … Read More

Monday, March 9, 2026 morrisons checkouts self-service technology retail uk supermarket upgrades efficiency customerexperience

Morrisons is implementing a significant upgrade to its checkout systems in all UK stores, including locations in Birmingham. The supermarket giant has introduced advanced technology to both its self-service and manned … Read More

Sunday, March 8, 2026 dudley crime shoplifting traders theft antisocial security charity retail threats

In Dudley’s town centre, business owners are battling a tide of crime and antisocial behaviour that has become part of daily life. From blocked toilets caused by discarded stolen goods and changed clothes, to crooks brazenly … Read More

Friday, March 6, 2026 wolverhampton regeneration development jobcentre urbanrenewal mixeduse housing hotel retail investment

A long-empty and vandalized former job centre in Wolverhampton city centre is set to be transformed into a thriving mixed-use development featuring shops, residential flats, and a boutique hotel. The City of Wolverhampton … Read More

Friday, March 6, 2026 bullring victoria'ssecret birmingham retail storeopening lingerie shopping lululemon sephora fashion

The Bullring shopping centre in Birmingham unveiled a sparkling new Victoria’s Secret store today, Friday, March 6, as the hoardings surrounding the unit were taken down to reveal the retailer’s grand reopening. … Read More

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 poundland pep&co retail clearance clothing discounts uk storeclosures budget fashion

Poundland has announced a major nationwide clearance sale across 450 stores, offering 50% off on women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing. The beloved discount retailer, previously headquartered in the Black Country, is … Read More

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 tesco slogan supermarket campaign customers retail marketing brand clubcard digital

After more than three decades, Tesco is refreshing its famous ‘every little helps’ slogan with a brand-new campaign aimed at renewing its connection with customers across the UK. As the nation’s largest supermarket, Tesco … Read More

Saturday, February 28, 2026 marksandspencer swansea storeclosure retail jobs redundancies shoppinghabits m&s employment ukretail

Marks & Spencer has officially confirmed the closure of its Oxford Street store in Swansea city centre, impacting 92 employees. Staff were informed on Tuesday morning and will now enter consultations to explore potential … Read More

Saturday, February 28, 2026 dunelm app shopping furniture discount technology home ceramics innovation retail

Dunelm, one of the UK’s leading furniture retailers, has unveiled a new shopping app designed to enhance customer experience both online and in-store. Available for download on Apple and Android devices, the app brings a … Read More

Friday, February 27, 2026 theft supermarkets cadbury security shoplifting confectionery retail crime protection consumer

Shoppers at some of the UK’s largest supermarkets are encountering a surprising change: their favorite Cadbury Dairy Milk bars, priced around £2.60, are now being secured inside transparent anti-theft boxes. This move aims to … Read More

Friday, February 27, 2026 lkbennett administration closingdownsale retail highstreet ukretail jobcuts economy britishretail brc

LK Bennett, a prominent UK high street fashion retailer, has entered administration, prompting the announcement of a major “closing down” sale with discounts of up to 75% both in store and online. This significant … Read More

Thursday, February 26, 2026 aldi payrise supermarket wages investment retail colleagues uk expansion employment

Starting April 1, Aldi will pay all its UK Store Assistants a minimum hourly wage of £13.50 nationwide, with rates increasing to £14.88 inside the M25. These figures rise further to £14.47 and £15.20 respectively, based on … Read More

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 greggs closure monmouth flooding bakery stores priceincrease customers uk retail

Greggs has announced the permanent closure of its Monnow Street store in Monmouth, a move that has left many shoppers saddened and frustrated. The bakery chain cited severe flooding caused by a recent storm as a primary … Read More

Monday, February 23, 2026 restaurants casualdining fulhamshore francomanca therealgreek toridoll alvarez&marsal strategy retail acquisition

Two beloved UK restaurant chains, Franco Manca and The Real Greek, could be sold as their parent company seeks to strengthen the brands amid challenging market conditions. Fulham Shore, which owns both popular dining … Read More

Monday, February 23, 2026 bankruptcy liquidation giftcards eddiebauer retail catalystbrands closure bankruptcyprotection loyaltyprogram stores

Eddie Bauer shoppers have less than a month to use their gift cards and loyalty points as the major outdoor apparel retailer files for bankruptcy. According to court documents, all gift cards and Adventure Points earned … Read More

Thursday, February 19, 2026 johnlewis waitrose payrise retail partners fashion inflation investment topshop highstreet

John Lewis is set to implement a 6.9% pay increase for its shop floor employees, ensuring a minimum hourly wage of £13.25. This move comes as the retailer addresses concerns from its partners who have been without an annual … Read More

Thursday, February 19, 2026 coop supermarket storeclosures retail england costcutting southerncoop jobs competition finance

The Co-operative Group, one of the UK’s leading supermarket chains, has announced it will close three stores across England next week as part of a broader cost-cutting strategy. This decision comes after a difficult … Read More