Another iconic Sydney restaurant, the cherished Italian trattoria La Mensola, has announced its permanent closure, citing the devastating and ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the hospitality industry.
Exclusive: The Metropolitan Police is facing a major backlash over secret plans to permanently shut public front counters at dozens of London stations, drastically reducing face-to-face access for citizens.
Major banks including Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, and NatWest have announced a sweeping wave of 162 branch closures across the UK in 2024, accelerating the decline of the British high street. Discover if your local branch is on the list.
A prominent UK supermarket chain has unveiled plans to close a number of its stores, impacting several communities. The move is part of a strategic review to ensure long-term viability in a competitive retail market.
A popular Sydney eatery, 'The Shed', has shocked its loyal patrons by announcing its immediate and permanent closure, citing overwhelming family reasons and leaving a community in mourning.
High street bakery titan Greggs has abruptly closed several of its stores, leaving staff and customers reeling. The sudden move, attributed to a 'number of factors', has sparked concern for the future of other locations.
A shocked diner demanded a full refund from a UK BBQ restaurant after being served raw chicken in a metal sauce pan. The disturbing discovery was made at a Manchester establishment, raising serious food safety concerns.
The iconic Piggly's Restaurant in Wautoma, Wisconsin, a cherished local institution for 76 years, has served its final meal. Rising costs and staffing shortages have forced its permanent closure, leaving a community in mourning.
A viral social media storm has engulfed US restaurant chain Cracker Barrel, with employees and customers alleging serious food safety breaches, including serving expired and mouldy food. An internal investigation is now underway.
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.
The iconic US seafood restaurant chain Red Lobster has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following a series of costly promotions and operational missteps, casting uncertainty over its UK expansion plans.
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 fast-food chains Domino's Pizza and KFC shutter multiple restaurants across Northern Ireland due to severe supply chain disruptions, impacting jobs and local service.
Renowned food critic Tom Parker Bowles delivers a glowing review of a simple yet sublime cheeseburger from a new west London restaurant, praising its perfection and quiet majesty in his latest culinary discovery.
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.
American restaurant chain Smokey Bones, a direct competitor to TGI Fridays, has suddenly closed several of its UK branches. The closures are part of a major strategic review, leaving customers and staff surprised. Find out which locations are affected and
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.
Exclusive analysis reveals a startling decline in Britain's vegan restaurant sector, with closures soaring and consumer interest waning. Discover the economic pressures and shifting trends challenging the plant-based revolution.
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.
Outraged Indian restaurant owners in Sheffield are demanding action after a group of 30 diners staged a massive 'dine and dash', leaving them with a £1,000 bill. Discover how the industry is fighting back against this growing trend.
Exclusive investigation reveals the harsh reality facing UK's vegan restaurant scene as rising costs and shifting consumer demands force closures and controversial menu changes.
A group of young women has been caught on camera fleeing a Birmingham curry house without paying their £130 bill, leaving staff furious. The dine-and-dash incident involved a lavish order of chicken tikka masala, pilau rice, and naan bread.
Renowned critic Grace Dent discovers a vibrant new culinary star in East London's Roman Road. Inis offers modern British plates, natural wines, and a neighbourhood vibe that's winning hearts.
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.
After half a century of serving the community, a cherished family-run pizzeria in California has closed permanently, citing insurmountable economic pressures and the loss of its lease, leaving locals heartbroken.
Coronation Street actress Jennie McAlpine, famed for playing Fiz Brown, faces a severe financial crisis as her Manchester restaurant, Annie's, collapses into administration, revealing debts exceeding £100,000 and leaving creditors unpaid.