River Island closes 32 stores as shoppers blame High Street hours
River Island confirms 32 store closures this January as shoppers pinpoint 'key reason' for High Street decline: operating hours that clash with the modern 9-5 workday.
River Island confirms 32 store closures this January as shoppers pinpoint 'key reason' for High Street decline: operating hours that clash with the modern 9-5 workday.
Scottish tycoon Sir Tom Hunter says high street decline moved him to tears. He urges the SNP to cut business taxes ahead of the Budget to save firms and jobs.
Fashion retailer River Island is shutting 32 stores across the UK, citing online shopping and high costs. The move follows a £32.3m loss. See the full list of closures.
Fashion retailer River Island announces closure of 32 UK shops, citing online shopping surge and high costs. See the full list of affected locations and why shoppers saw it coming.
River Island, Primark, and Poundland are among the big names closing shops this month, following a brutal 2025 that saw over 3,000 stores vanish. Discover the full list of closures and what it means for UK retail.
Major UK retailers including River Island, Primark, and Poundland are closing stores this month, following a brutal 2025 that saw over 3,000 shops vanish. Discover the full list of locations affected.
Macy's Inc. confirms closure of 66 stores across a dozen US states as part of its 'Bold New Chapter' strategy. Clearance sales start mid-January 2026.
A coalition of 37 major retailers warns SNP ministers that failing to match England's business rates discount in next week's Budget will push shops to the brink, risking thousands of jobs.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
The TGI Fridays restaurant chain in the UK is on the brink of administration, putting 49 high street branches at risk. Get the latest updates on this breaking business story.
Disability charity Scope is shutting 77 of its 138 UK stores in a major restructure to tackle a £8.9m deficit. The closures, alongside job cuts, aim to save millions as charity retail faces soaring costs and online competition.
Sixes, the UK cricket-themed bar chain with 16 venues and backing from England captain Ben Stokes, has entered administration after 'challenging' trading. Full story on the high street closures.
Fashion giant River Island will close 33 UK shops by end of January as part of a restructuring plan to ensure its future. The closures affect locations nationwide.
Disability equality charity Scope is shutting 77 high street shops this year, with three closing this weekend. The move puts 200 jobs at risk and impacts 2,000 volunteers. Read the full list of closures.
New Savanta poll reveals 53% of Brits fear their local pub will close due to National Insurance hikes. The hospitality sector demands a VAT cut lifeline. Read the full analysis.
Nationwide Building Society reveals 133 locations where it is the last bank branch. Experts warn of financial exclusion risks. Discover the full list and what it means for your community.
Saks Off Fifth announces closure of nine US stores including flagship NYC location. Company confirms no bankruptcy filing despite restructuring. Read the full details.
Britain's banking crisis deepens as major lenders announce 106 new branch closures across England, Scotland and Wales, leaving communities fighting for financial survival.
Shocking new research reveals how the closure of popular coffee chains like Starbucks and Dunkin' can wipe thousands off nearby property values across Britain.
Marks & Spencer reveals plans to shut 20 stores and relocate 13 others in dramatic restructuring plan affecting multiple UK locations including Birmingham and Liverpool.
Major UK banks announce sweeping branch closures across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - is your local bank on the list?
Beloved beauty retailer The Body Shop enters administration, planning significant store closures and job cuts across Britain while focusing on digital future.
Britain's shopping streets face unprecedented change as major chains including Boots, M&S and Wilko announce widespread store closures affecting communities nationwide.
Major changes are hitting Poundland as several stores prepare to shut their doors permanently. Discover which locations are affected and what this means for shoppers and staff.