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Bunnings Faces Pressure to Ban Dogs From Stores

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

M&S shares suffer worst day since pandemic

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.

Microsoft Azure Hit By Major Global Outage

Microsoft's cloud computing platform Azure experienced widespread service disruptions, affecting businesses and users globally with login failures and connectivity issues.

Carter's announces UK store closures and layoffs

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.

Seasalt to open 30 new UK stores in major expansion

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.

Woolworths Potato Shortage Hits Australian Supermarkets

Woolworths supermarkets across Australia face unprecedented potato shortages, leaving shoppers staring at empty shelves and rationing popular products. Discover what's causing this national supply chain crisis.

Tesco Extends Dominance as Britain's Retail Giant

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.

Vodafone Network Crash: UK-Wide Service Outage

Vodafone customers across the UK face major connectivity issues as widespread network outage disrupts mobile data, calls, and broadband services. Service restoration efforts underway.

UK's Best & Worst High Streets Revealed

Exclusive research by the Mirror names Westminster as Britain's top shopping destination, while Blackburn faces a stark struggle. Discover the full ranking and what it means for your local high street.

Kmart's Global Takeover: The Aussie Retail Giant's Next Move

The humble Australian discount retailer Kmart is taking the world by storm. Discover how its unique 'hustle' strategy and new Asian mega-store are setting the stage for global retail supremacy, challenging giants like Target and Big W.

M&S Profits Surge 58% in Spectacular Turnaround

Marks & Spencer stages a remarkable financial comeback, with profits surging 58% as its bold 'Never the Same Again' transformation strategy delivers results. Discover how food and clothing sales are driving growth.

John Lewis blames government for Brighton store closure

John Lewis's flagship Brighton store is set to close, with management citing crippling government business rates as a key factor. The decision puts 300 jobs at risk and deals a major blow to the city's retail heart.

Sainsbury's Confirms New UK Supermarket Closure

Sainsbury's has confirmed the closure of another large supermarket, impacting jobs and shoppers. Discover the full list of locations affected and the company's new strategic focus.

UK Christmas Sales Threatened by Looming Tax Hike

New analysis reveals a 'perfect storm' for UK retailers this Christmas, with a potential sales tax hike threatening to dampen consumer spending during the crucial festive period. Shoppers could face higher prices as the Treasury reviews business rates.

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