UK eVisa System Launches for Millions in 2026
The UK's visa system goes digital from 12 January 2026. Learn how the new eVisa works, who it affects, and how to access your digital immigration status.
The UK's visa system goes digital from 12 January 2026. Learn how the new eVisa works, who it affects, and how to access your digital immigration status.
UK retail sales grew a meagre 1.2% in December, with non-food sales declining. Discount supermarkets Aldi and Lidl thrived, while high street fashion and general merchandise struggled. Read the full analysis.
UK retail sales saw a meagre 1.2% annual growth in December, with non-food sales falling flat. Discount supermarkets Aldi and Lidl bucked the trend with record Christmas trading. Read the full analysis.
Craft retailer Hobbycraft saw a 6.3% sales surge over Christmas, driven by a knitting and crochet revival and strong online growth. Discover the key trends shaping the UK hobby market.
Many popular UK cereals marketed as high-fibre and vitamin-fortified are secretly laden with sugar and salt. Experts guide you through the healthiest picks and the worst offenders to avoid.
Heineken's chief executive Dolf van den Brink is leaving the brewing giant after six years, following a slump in global beer sales. Discover the UK's surprising role in this story.
UK festive food sales fell in volume despite higher spending, with analysts pointing to GLP-1 weight loss injections. Discover how 'less but better' is reshaping retail.
UK festive grocery sales fell 0.2% in volume despite higher spending, with analysts blaming GLP-1 weight loss injections. Discover how retailers are adapting to the 'less but better' trend.
Sainsbury's reports strong Christmas grocery sales driven by its premium range, but its Argos and general merchandise arms face pressure. Read the full Q3 trading update.
Tesco's UK sales grew 3.2% over Christmas, below analyst hopes of 3.9%, causing a 5% share drop. The supermarket, however, achieved its best market share in a decade. Read the full analysis.
Asda pledges to lower thousands of everyday items below competitors' loyalty card prices in a major new value push following a sharp sales slump over Christmas. Discover how this affects your shop.
Tesco celebrates its highest market share in over ten years after a successful Christmas period, with sales growth putting profits on track for the upper end of guidance. Read the full analysis.
Tesco's market share jumps to 28.7% as festive sales grow 3.3%, putting profits on track for top end of guidance. CEO cites intense competition and focus on value.
UK retail footfall surged 1.3% in December, the strongest annual uplift for the month since 2011, driven by evening socialising. Discover the festive trends reshaping shopping.
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
Jaguar Land Rover's quarterly sales plummeted by 43.3% following a major cyber-attack that halted global production and amid challenging US tariffs. Explore the full impact on the UK's largest carmaker.
Next has upgraded its full-year profit forecast following better-than-expected Christmas trading. However, the retailer warns of a significant slowdown ahead due to UK employment pressures. Read the full analysis.
UK new car registrations exceeded two million in 2025 for the first time since 2019, with electric vehicles making up nearly a quarter of sales. Industry calls for government action on ZEV Mandate targets.
UK new car registrations grew 3.5% in 2025, surpassing 2 million sales. Electric vehicle demand surged, with battery EV registrations up 23.9%, capturing a 23.4% market share. Read the full analysis.
UK new car registrations grew 3.5% in 2025, surpassing 2 million vehicles. Pure electric car sales jumped nearly 24%, capturing a 23.4% market share. Read the full industry analysis.
Manufacturers spent billions on discounts to boost electric car sales and meet strict government targets. Will Labour's review ease the pressure? Read the full analysis.
UK car manufacturers gave £5.5bn in discounts on electric vehicles last year, averaging £11,000 per car, to meet strict sales targets. Industry calls for Labour to review 2030 ban.
Bargain hunters can grab a refurbished Google Pixel Watch for just £41, a 49% saving. The deal includes three models, offering a budget-friendly entry into smartwatch tech.
Bargain hunters are rushing to Wowcher for a refurbished Google Pixel Watch at £41, a 49% saving. Get the details on this tech deal and alternative models.
Discount giant Aldi saw sales hit £1.65bn over Christmas, with 57 million transactions. CEO Giles Hurley says it proves a quality festive season can be affordable. Read the full analysis.
Discount supermarket Aldi reveals a £1.65 billion sales haul over Christmas, with a record 57 million transactions. CEO Giles Hurley says quality can be affordable. Read the full story.
Lidl GB reports a record-breaking Christmas with over 50 million shoppers and £1.1bn in sales. Discover the key drivers behind the discount retailer's festive surge.
Lidl enjoyed a record-breaking festive period with over 50 million shoppers and £1.1bn in sales. Discover how the discount giant is reshaping UK retail.
Lidl GB reports a record-breaking festive period with over 50 million shoppers and £1.1bn in sales. Discover the key drivers behind the discount supermarket's success. Read the full analysis.
Lidl GB reports a record-breaking festive period with a 10% sales surge and nearly 51 million customers. CEO Ryan McDonnell credits low prices and British sourcing for soaring loyalty.