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.
With library use dwindling, rediscover why joining your local library offers free books, vital community, and proven health benefits. Make it your 2026 goal.
A Welsh hiker discovered an abandoned property with a stunningly preserved bedroom, leaving him speechless. Explore the mystery and learn the risks of urban exploration.
A Welsh hiker discovered an abandoned property containing a breathtakingly preserved period bedroom. Explore the find and learn the risks of urban exploration.
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.
Equalities Minister Bridget Phillipson faces criticism for her High Court submission opposing new guidance protecting single-sex spaces. Women's rights groups and JK Rowling voice dismay.
Women and Equalities Secretary Bridget Phillipson refuses to sign off EHRC guidance on single-sex spaces, branding it 'trans-exclusive'. The move delays clarity for hospitals and businesses.
Discover the hidden story of a derelict Somerset ironworks, where nature reclaims factory floors and a new information panel reveals the harsh lives of 19th-century toolmakers. A poignant exploration of industrial heritage.
An abandoned building in Bradford collapsed, sending a huge dust cloud over Dale Street. Emergency services are on scene. No injuries reported. Read the full eyewitness account.
A dilapidated three-bedroom mews house in Camden hits auction at £925k. Discover this North London property's shocking state and surprising redevelopment potential.
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
Residents of a quiet London suburb are in uproar as a dilapidated cottage shrouded in scaffolding for over two years continues to devastate local property values and blight the community.
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
A chilling photograph of a nun's ghostly figure has been captured inside a decaying British convent, revealing haunting secrets of the abandoned religious site that time forgot.
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.
An urban explorer's routine investigation of a derelict mansion uncovers a perfectly preserved 1990s time capsule, complete with decaying Christmas decorations and haunting personal artefacts.
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.
British dog owners are erupting in anger as local authorities introduce sweeping new restrictions, including mandatory muzzles, leads, and exclusion zones, in what's being dubbed 'canine ASBOs'.
Property experts reveal how neglected areas like sheds, garages and spare rooms are dramatically reducing house values across Britain, with simple transformation tips to boost your property's worth.
Discover the budget-friendly painting hack that interior designers swear by to transform small spaces and create the illusion of extra square footage without renovation costs.
A leading human rights expert reveals how transgender people face increasing barriers to accessing hospitals, shops, and public services across the UK, creating 'invisible walls' in daily life.
Sydney's legendary LGBTQ+ venue Pink Pony faces community outrage after advertising a 'women and non-binary only' event, sparking debate about inclusion within queer spaces.
Shocking armed robbery at Woolworths store highlights escalating retail crime wave sweeping Britain, with police hunting multiple suspects after dramatic staff confrontation.