Exclusive: The Metropolitan Police is facing a major backlash over secret plans to permanently shut public front counters at dozens of London stations, drastically reducing face-to-face access for citizens.
Major banks including Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, and NatWest have announced a sweeping wave of 162 branch closures across the UK in 2024, accelerating the decline of the British high street. Discover if your local branch is on the list.
A prominent UK supermarket chain has unveiled plans to close a number of its stores, impacting several communities. The move is part of a strategic review to ensure long-term viability in a competitive retail market.
High street bakery titan Greggs has abruptly closed several of its stores, leaving staff and customers reeling. The sudden move, attributed to a 'number of factors', has sparked concern for the future of other locations.
Exclusive: Major UK banks including Barclays, Lloyds, and HSBC announce a fresh wave of branch closures for Autumn 2025, leaving communities without vital local banking services and raising concerns about financial exclusion.
Australia Post suspends all mail and parcel services to the United States, citing 'elevated security screening' by US authorities. The move leaves customers and businesses in limbo with no timeline for resolution.
Major UK banks are accelerating branch closures, shutting down 74 locations across England, Scotland, and Wales in a devastating six-week blow to local communities and the elderly.
Lloyds Banking Group announces the closure of 45 Lloyds and Halifax branches across England and Wales in 2025, citing a dramatic shift to digital banking. Discover if your local branch is affected.
The Body Shop's administrators have announced the immediate closure of nearly half of its 198 UK stores. Find out if your local branch is on the closure list.
Discount retailer BM confirms strategic closure of multiple UK stores in 2024. Find out which locations are affected and the company's future plans.
Major retail chains including Boots, M&S and Iceland are shutting multiple stores across Britain this month. See if your local high street is affected.
Major UK beauty retailer falls into administration, triggering immediate closure of 32 stores and devastating 450 job losses across the country in latest high street blow.
The gripping ITV drama 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office' exposes one of Britain's most devastating miscarriages of justice. Discover the real-life heroes who fought for two decades to clear their names in the Horizon IT scandal that ruined hundreds of innocen
The gripping ITV drama 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office' has ignited public fury, exposing one of Britain's most devastating miscarriages of justice. Discover the real-life story of the sub-postmasters wrongly accused in the Horizon IT scandal.
Halifax confirms 13 more bank branches will permanently close by early 2025, dealing another blow to the UK's struggling high streets. See the full list of affected locations and dates.
Poundland confirms 11 additional UK stores are set to close permanently in 2024, following a strategic review by parent company Pepco. Discover the full list of affected locations and what it means for the high street.
NatWest Group has confirmed it will shut down 55 of its high street branches across the UK in 2024, citing a major shift towards online and mobile banking. This move impacts communities from London to rural Scotland.
A prominent UK supermarket chain is set to close 60 stores and cut hundreds of jobs in a drastic restructuring plan aimed at reducing costs and adapting to changing consumer habits.
The Home Office announces an accelerated plan to shut down asylum seeker hotels, promising a 'significant increase' in closures starting early 2026, aiming to cut costs and reduce the asylum backlog.
Major banking giants NatWest and Halifax announce the closure of 39 UK branches in 2025, citing a dramatic shift to online banking. Full list of affected locations and what it means for customers.
Another major blow to the UK High Street as a beloved fashion retailer announces the closure of 35 stores, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. Discover if your local store is affected.
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Lloyds Banking Group announces the closure of 45 branches across the UK, impacting Halifax and Bank of Scotland customers. Find out the locations and what alternatives are available.
Award-winning actress Monica Dolan is set to star in ITV's highly anticipated drama 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office', portraying a key figure in the shocking Post Office scandal that rocked Britain.
A well-known high street retailer announces another closure, leaving customers concerned about the future of UK retail.
A well-known kitchen and home retailer is set to close several of its stores across the UK, leaving shoppers disappointed. Find out if your local branch is affected.
The UK box office is thriving again, with major film releases like 'Bridget Jones' and 'Minecraft' leading the charge. Discover how cinema is bouncing back stronger than ever.
A major Post Office IT meltdown has disrupted services across the UK, leaving customers unable to access essential transactions. Here’s the latest on the outage and when normal service may resume.
A popular UK restaurant chain is shutting down 72 branches due to rising costs and financial pressures. Find out if your local is affected.