Disability equality charity Scope is shutting 77 high street shops this year, with three closing this weekend. The move puts 200 jobs at risk and impacts 2,000 volunteers. Read the full list of closures.
Vera Weisfeld OBE, co-founder of the iconic What Every Woman Wants fashion chain, has died aged 87. The retail pioneer transformed UK high streets, making fashion affordable for millions. Read her remarkable story.
New data reveals a sharp drop in UK high street footfall as economic worries deter shoppers. Discover the impact on retail and the wider economy.
As Black Friday begins, the Retail Trust reveals 77% of shop staff face intimidation. The charity urges shoppers to show respect with simple smiles and thank yous during the festive rush.
The beloved DIY chain Bunnings finds itself at the centre of a heated national debate as calls intensify to prohibit pets in stores following a series of concerning incidents. As opinions clash between animal lovers and safety advocates, we examine whethe
Retail giant Marks & Spencer reveals profits have more than halved after a sophisticated cyber attack disrupted operations and triggered massive recovery costs.
As ultra-fast fashion giants Shein and Temu dominate online shopping, Primark faces its biggest challenge yet. Discover how the high street favourite is fighting back against the digital disruptors.
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
Associated British Foods announces historic separation of its fast-fashion giant Primark from its food operations, creating two independent FTSE 100 companies in landmark restructuring.
The iconic Birmingham Indoor Market, a cornerstone of the city's retail landscape for decades, faces an existential threat as traders and shoppers voice fears over its potential closure following redevelopment plans.
Marks & Spencer shares experienced their sharpest decline since March 2020 after the retail bellwether warned of weaker profits, sending shockwaves through the UK retail sector.
Apple closes its iconic Union Square store in San Francisco amid rising crime and urban challenges, dealing another significant setback to the struggling city centre.
Marks & Spencer announces ambitious expansion plan with 20 new stores across the UK, creating over 3,400 jobs and bringing back beloved fashion brands.
Liverpool defies national trends with shop vacancy rates plummeting to just 14.2%, while other major cities struggle with empty storefronts. Discover how the city achieved this remarkable turnaround.
Fashion giant Next posts better-than-expected profits and upgrades forecasts, while new data reveals thousands of UK businesses face critical financial distress.
Major changes are hitting Poundland as several stores prepare to shut their doors permanently. Discover which locations are affected and what this means for shoppers and staff.
British luxury lifestyle brand The White Company makes strategic move into Scandinavian design market with surprise acquisition, signalling major expansion plans.
Fashion retailer Carter's announces devastating restructuring plan after profits plummet by 80%, with 150 store closures and hundreds of positions cut across the UK.
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.
British retailers warn of persistent inflationary pressures as they urge the Chancellor for decisive action in the upcoming budget to address rising business costs and support struggling high streets.
Shocking new research reveals London's Enfield has the worst high street in Britain, while northern town Wigan claims the top spot in a dramatic retail reversal.
Major UK supermarkets could be hit with a staggering £1.7 billion business rates increase, potentially triggering higher food prices for struggling families across Britain.
Shadow Chancellor announces radical reform of business rates and planning system to boost retail sector, as new data reveals shop price inflation has fallen to lowest level in over two years.
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.
British retail sales surged to their highest level in three years as consumers flock to gold investments and luxury goods, offering unexpected economic resilience despite ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
Britain's retail sector faces unprecedented challenges as sales volumes drop sharply amid rising costs and economic uncertainty, according to latest analysis from EY Item Club.
Britain's retail sector shows surprising resilience with September sales reaching their highest point in over two years, driven by strong jewellery and watch purchases ahead of anticipated Budget measures.
Target's chief executive Brian Cornell reveals escalating organised retail crime is putting staff safety at risk and costing retailers billions annually.
American retail colossus Target reveals plans to cut thousands of corporate positions in strategic cost-cutting move following disappointing sales performance and changing consumer habits.
Another beloved high street name faces significant restructuring as economic pressures force the closure of 83 stores nationwide, putting hundreds of jobs at risk.