UK Retail Footfall Sees Biggest December Rise Since 2011
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.
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.
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Kenny Campbell argues the real threat to trust isn't fake news scandals but relentless low-grade misinformation. As 2026 begins, we face a crisis of stamina, not just deception.
A staggering 8,234 US stores shut permanently in 2025, a 12% rise on 2024. Discover which major chains collapsed and why experts say the 'retail apocalypse' is a myth.
Linda Perillo, heiress to a multi-million pound tour operator fortune, is trapped in financial hardship as trustees control her wealth, leaving her unable to properly feed and clothe her eight children. Read her shocking story.
Instacart has scrapped a programme that showed varied prices for the same grocery items. The move follows a Consumer Reports investigation and aims to restore customer trust. Read the full story.
Five wealthy heirs descend into petty squabble over $10 million homes in trust fund reveal, mirroring HBO's Succession drama. Experts reveal how ultra-rich families manage inheritance.
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.
Fans are outraged as Cheryl Tweedy's name is removed from the Newcastle youth centre she helped raise £1million for. Discover the royal charity's explanation.
Pop star Cheryl Cole's name has been removed from the Newcastle youth centre she founded and funded. Discover the full story behind this dramatic change and the royal charity's explanation.
Exclusive figures reveal a collapse in community trust, with less than half of the public trusting their neighbours. The Co-operative Party urges government action to rebuild local pride and connection.
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
An NHS mental health trust has discreetly removed a plaque commemorating the Duke of York's patronage, dealing another significant blow to the disgraced royal's public standing.
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
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.
Marks & Spencer announces ambitious expansion plan with 20 new stores across the UK, creating over 3,400 jobs and bringing back beloved fashion brands.
Exclusive research reveals a dramatic trust deficit in County Durham, Newcastle, and Middlesbrough, with residents expressing unprecedented skepticism toward Westminster.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Shocking armed robbery at Woolworths store highlights escalating retail crime wave sweeping Britain, with police hunting multiple suspects after dramatic staff confrontation.
Retail giant Walmart announces ambitious expansion into New York City, opening new stores and creating hundreds of jobs while challenging established competitors.
Pet retail giant Petco announces significant store closures across the United States, joining growing list of retailers facing challenging market conditions and shifting consumer habits.
A groundbreaking survey shows Britons now place greater trust in artificial intelligence and Google search results than in government ministers and MPs, signalling a dramatic crisis of confidence in Westminster.
Another major blow hits the UK High Street as popular retailer confirms 23 store closures across England and Wales, leaving staff and communities reeling from the latest retail casualties.
Dozens of high street locations face closure as leading retailers including Greggs, Co-op and JD Sports announce restructuring plans affecting communities across Britain.