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Carter's announces UK store closures and layoffs

Popular homeware retailer Carter's confirms sweeping store closures and layoffs across Britain, citing inflation, supply chain issues, and changing consumer habits as key factors.

Seasalt to open 30 new UK stores in major expansion

Popular Cornish fashion brand Seasalt is embarking on its biggest retail expansion yet, planning to open 30 new stores across the UK and create 350 jobs as demand for their colourful designs continues to grow.

Tesco Extends Dominance as Britain's Retail Giant

Tesco extends its dominance as Britain's largest retailer with strategic price cuts and digital innovation, leaving competitors struggling to keep pace in the fiercely competitive grocery sector.

UK's Best & Worst High Streets Revealed

Exclusive research by the Mirror names Westminster as Britain's top shopping destination, while Blackburn faces a stark struggle. Discover the full ranking and what it means for your local high street.

Kmart's Global Takeover: The Aussie Retail Giant's Next Move

The humble Australian discount retailer Kmart is taking the world by storm. Discover how its unique 'hustle' strategy and new Asian mega-store are setting the stage for global retail supremacy, challenging giants like Target and Big W.

M&S Profits Surge 58% in Spectacular Turnaround

Marks & Spencer stages a remarkable financial comeback, with profits surging 58% as its bold 'Never the Same Again' transformation strategy delivers results. Discover how food and clothing sales are driving growth.

14th-Century Scottish Castle with Dungeon for Sale

A rare piece of Scottish history, the majestic Carsluith Castle in Dumfries and Galloway, built for a powerful medieval family, is now for sale. This stunning stone fortress, complete with its own dungeon and centuries of royal connections, offers a uniqu

Claire's to close UK stores in restructuring move

Iconic accessories retailer Claire's is set to close several of its UK stores as part of a major Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) restructuring plan, impacting the British high street.

CEX staff slammed for 'offensive' retail worker display

Electronics retailer CEX has sparked fury after employees created a controversial window display featuring a mannequin slumped over a till, labelled 'Average Retail Worker'. The stunt has been branded 'disgusting' and 'tone-deaf' by furious customers.

Founding Father's Historic Boston Home Hits Market

A piece of American history is for sale. The meticulously preserved Boston home of Founding Father Rufus King, a signatory of the US Constitution, is on the market for $6.5 million. Discover its revolutionary secrets.

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