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.
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.
The beloved British discount chain Bodycare has collapsed into administration, threatening the future of 48 stores and hundreds of jobs across the UK, in the latest blow to the struggling retail sector.
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.
Furious B&M shoppers are abandoning the discount retailer, claiming drastic price hikes have destroyed its value-for-money reputation. Discover the products hit hardest and why customers say the charm has gone.
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.
Aldi reverses its self-checkout strategy across British stores, reintroducing staffed tills following customer feedback and operational challenges. Full details on the supermarket's surprising policy shift.
Iconic department store Macy's executes a remarkable retail revival, with shares skyrocketing after addressing customer frustrations head-on. Discover the strategy behind their impressive comeback.
In a bold and unprecedented move, British cosmetics retailer Lush has closed all its UK stores and taken its website offline for a full day. The company states this is a direct protest to highlight the humanitarian crisis in Palestine and to call for a pe
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.
Fashion-savvy shoppers are raving about a stunning £29 floral midi dress from M&S that's been spotted at BM Stores for a fraction of the price. Discover the must-have summer piece causing a stir.
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.
Discount supermarket giant Aldi is creating over 500 new jobs and opening 11 new stores in a massive expansion drive, boosting local economies and offering new shopping options.
Discover the UK's top online jewellery shops. From affordable high-street finds to luxury designer pieces, our expert guide reveals where to buy the best necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets.
Poundland has officially scrapped its iconic £1 price point on hundreds of items in a major strategic shift, moving to a new multi-price range model across its UK stores.
Supermarket giant Asda is embarking on a massive expansion plan, opening 20 new stores and creating over 1,600 new jobs, bringing its popular Just Essentials range and George clothing to more communities.
The iconic accessories chain Claire's has been saved from bankruptcy after a new buyer stepped in to acquire its UK and European operations, securing the future of its British high street stores.
Discount supermarket giant Lidl unveils ambitious growth plans, creating over 1,000 new jobs and opening a dozen new stores alongside a massive £4 billion supplier commitment.
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.
Tributes pour in for Kevin Mott, the beloved Renton record shop owner whose eclectic taste and encyclopedic knowledge made him a cult figure in the UK music scene.
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.
Arts and crafts giant Hobbycraft is launching a new chain of smaller, convenience-style stores called 'The Craft Box', bringing a curated selection of essentials to local high streets across the UK, starting with Plymouth.
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK high street stores are fighting back against organised shoplifting gangs as police formally admit they've stopped arresting offenders in most cases.
Popular jewellery and accessories chain Claire's UK is reportedly on the brink of bankruptcy, raising concerns for its stores and customers.