Ministers urged to expand business rate support
The Treasury is preparing a U-turn on pub business rates, sparking calls for wider high street relief. Trade bodies warn piecemeal solutions won't save struggling businesses.
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UK Retail Footfall Records Best December Since 2011
UK retail footfall surged 1.3% in December, the strongest annual uplift for the month since 2011. Evening visits soared, driven by experience-led shopping. Discover the key trends.
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.
Stamford: The 'Mini Oxford' with 170 Independent Shops
Discover Stamford, Lincolnshire's 'mini Oxford', crowned the UK's best high street for independent shops. Explore its 170 unique boutiques, weekly market, and stunning stone architecture.
Stamford: UK's top independent shopping high street
Discover Stamford, the Lincolnshire town dubbed a 'mini Oxford' with 170 independent shops, a weekly market, and stunning historic architecture. Plan your visit today.
High Potential Season 2: Next Episode Release Date
The hit crime drama High Potential is back on Disney+. Discover when the next episode airs, what happened before the break, and the full UK release schedule for Season 2.
US Mall Decline Accelerates with Crime and Closures
Another major US shopping centre, Maryland's Towson Town Center, sees a rapid exodus of retailers. Tommy Bahama, Banana Republic, and a local candy store close as crime spikes and footfall plummets. Read the full analysis.
Claire's UK Enters Administration After Years of Decline
The iconic teen retailer Claire's has been placed into administration, marking a sad end for the high street's 'temple of girlhood'. Discover the story behind its rise and fall.
Reeves blamed for Claire's collapse as high street crisis deepens
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces blame for the administration of Claire's and The Original Factory Shop, risking 2,500 jobs. Pub bans and business rates fury add to high street turmoil. Read the full story.
Reeves blamed for Claire's collapse as 2,500 jobs at risk
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash as high street chains Claire's and The Original Factory Shop enter administration. Owner blames 'adverse government fiscal policies' and weak consumer confidence. Read the full story.
Claire's Accessories faces collapse, 1,000 jobs at risk
High street chain Claire's Accessories files for administration again, threatening over 1,000 jobs. We examine why this 'tween' favourite failed to adapt. Read the full analysis.
Next hikes profit forecast but warns of jobs market impact
Next has upgraded its full-year profit forecast following better-than-expected Christmas trading. However, the retailer warns of a significant slowdown ahead due to UK employment pressures. Read the full analysis.
Traditional British Chippies Risk Vanishing in Five Years
The UK's iconic fish and chip shops could become a 'niche' offering, with soaring cod prices and fierce competition threatening their survival. Discover the pressures forcing chippies to diversify.
Fish and Chip Shops Could Vanish in 5 Years
The UK's iconic fish and chip shops face extinction within five years due to soaring cod prices and fierce competition. Industry chief Andrew Crook warns they must adapt or become a 'niche'.
Trailfinders Named Best UK Travel Agent in Which? Survey
Despite the digital age, UK holidaymakers are flocking back to high street travel agents for expert advice. Discover which firms topped the latest Which? consumer survey and why personal service is beating bots.
Trailfinders Named UK's Best High Street Travel Agent
Despite the digital age, UK travellers are flocking back to high street agents for expert advice. Discover which firms topped the latest Which? survey and why personal service is beating bots.
River Island to Shut 32 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
High Street fashion chain River Island will close 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of affected locations and confirmed closure dates.
River Island Closing 32 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
High Street fashion chain River Island will shut 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of locations and confirmed closure dates.
Lloyds Bank Closing 16 Branches in January 2026
Lloyds Banking Group confirms 16 branch closures next month, with 55 more to follow. Discover the full list and the reasons behind the move as digital banking soars.
House of Fraser Plymouth to Close, Building for Sale
House of Fraser confirms closure of its Plymouth department store in March 2026. The building is now on the market for £3 million, leaving shoppers devastated. Read more on the UK's changing retail landscape.
Boxing Day footfall up 4.4% in strongest Christmas surge for 10 years
UK retailers enjoyed a resilient festive period with Boxing Day footfall up 4.4%, the strongest increase in a decade. Discover the trends that defined Christmas 2025 shopping.
Major UK retail brands shut stores in 2025
A wave of closures hit UK high streets in 2025 as major retail and hospitality brands shuttered shops. Discover which household names disappeared and why.
Boxing Day sales: Mixed start as footfall dips slightly
Early data reveals a patchy start to Boxing Day sales with retail parks busier but high streets quieter. Barclays predicts £1bn less spending than last year. Discover the regional trends.
Boxing Day footfall dips on UK high streets
UK Boxing Day sales saw a shift from high streets to retail parks, with central London footfall down 7.7%. Discover the changing trends in post-Christmas shopping.
Boxing Day Sales Slump as Shoppers Avoid High Street
Boxing Day sales see a sharp decline with high street visits down 1.5%. Shoppers are more cost-conscious amid economic pressures. Read the full analysis.
M&S Declared Cool by Gen Z as New Look Fades
A seismic shift in UK high street fashion sees Marks & Spencer embraced by Gen Z while New Look and Jack Wills are branded 'Old Look' and 'uncool'. Discover the TikTok verdict and expert analysis on the retail revolution.
Boxing Day sales crowds defy £1bn spending drop forecast
Shoppers queued from dawn for Boxing Day sales at Bicester Village and on UK high streets, but Barclays predicts spending will be £1bn lower than 2024 amid economic pressures.
The Range Shuts Stores for Christmas and Boxing Day
Discount retailer The Range will close all 280 UK stores on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, giving staff a festive break. Find out which other major chains are following suit.
Cranberry Sauce Dominates UK Christmas Sandwiches
From Boots to Pret, cranberry sauce is smothering this year's festive sandwiches. Isobel Lewis argues it's time to end Big Cranberry's reign of terror. Read the full investigation.
Shoplifting Epidemic: 810 Unsolved Crimes a Day
New figures reveal a record 810 shoplifting offences go unsolved daily in the UK. With cases soaring, staff face abuse and violence. The Lib Dems demand action.
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