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Home Bargains Christmas 2025 Store Closures Announced
Home Bargains confirms all UK stores will close for Boxing Day and New Year's Day 2025, giving staff a festive break. Find out the key dates for shoppers.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
Currys profits surge on AI and gaming demand
Electronics retailer Currys reports adjusted pre-tax profits more than doubled to £22m, driven by AI technology and major game launches. Read the full analysis.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
River Island to close 33 stores in high street crisis
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.
David Jones to close Castle Hill and Tuggerah stores
The David Jones retail chain announces the permanent closure of its Castle Hill and Tuggerah stores in early 2026, ending over three decades of service. Shoppers and staff react with sadness.
Scope charity shop chain closing 77 stores in 2025
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.
M&S Shuts 11 Cafés, Opens New Stores Before Christmas
Marks and Spencer confirms 11 in-store café closures and multiple new Foodhall openings in its modernisation drive. See the full list of changes affecting UK stores.
Poundland announces new wave of winter store closures
Discount retailer Poundland confirms 14 more closures by February, bringing total shutdowns to over 100. Find out which stores are affected and where clearance sales are on.
Halfords closes stores on Boxing Day and New Year's Day
Halfords announces a three-day festive closure, giving staff a 'well-earned' break. Discover which other major retailers are also closing and why.
Poundland closes 7 stores before Christmas
Poundland confirms seven store closures before Christmas, including Lymington on Dec 14. Closing-down sales offer up to 40% off. Chain returns to £1 pricing.
Dick's Sporting Goods to Close Foot Locker Stores
Dick's Sporting Goods announces Foot Locker store closures following its $2.4 billion acquisition. Executive Chairman Ed Stack calls it an 'unavoidable reset'. Read the latest updates.
Saks Off Fifth Closing Nine Stores Across US
Saks Off Fifth announces closure of nine US stores including flagship NYC location. Company confirms no bankruptcy filing despite restructuring. Read the full details.
106 UK Bank Branches Face Closure in Major Shakeup
Britain's banking crisis deepens as major lenders announce 106 new branch closures across England, Scotland and Wales, leaving communities fighting for financial survival.
Coffee Shop Closures Trigger Property Price Crash
Shocking new research reveals how the closure of popular coffee chains like Starbucks and Dunkin' can wipe thousands off nearby property values across Britain.
M&S to close 20 stores in major retail shakeup
Marks & Spencer reveals plans to shut 20 stores and relocate 13 others in dramatic restructuring plan affecting multiple UK locations including Birmingham and Liverpool.
Full List of UK Bank Branches Closing in 2024
Major UK banks announce sweeping branch closures across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - is your local bank on the list?
High Street Crisis: Major UK Stores Closing in 2024
Britain's shopping streets face unprecedented change as major chains including Boots, M&S and Wilko announce widespread store closures affecting communities nationwide.
Poundland confirms multiple store closures across UK
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.
Carter's shuts 150 stores, cuts jobs after 80% profit drop
Fashion retailer Carter's announces devastating restructuring plan after profits plummet by 80%, with 150 store closures and hundreds of positions cut across the UK.
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.
Starbucks UK Closures: Full List of Shutting Stores
Starbucks announces significant restructuring plan affecting multiple UK locations, with ten branches already confirmed for closure. Discover which high street spots are disappearing and what it means for your daily caffeine fix.
Santander to shut 140 UK branches in digital shift
Major banking giant Santander announces sweeping branch closures across Britain, citing dramatic shift to digital banking and changing customer habits.
Major retailer announces 83 store closures across UK
Another beloved high street name faces significant restructuring as economic pressures force the closure of 83 stores nationwide, putting hundreds of jobs at risk.
Lush Australia closes all stores after Gaza stance backlash
The cosmetics giant Lush is shutting down its entire Australian operations after facing intense criticism and boycotts over its controversial position on the Gaza conflict, leaving staff devastated and customers stunned.
Pizza Hut UK Closes Multiple Restaurants - Full List
Dozens of Pizza Hut restaurants across Britain face permanent closure as the chain undergoes significant restructuring, putting hundreds of hospitality jobs at risk nationwide.
Pizza Hut Closing 29 UK Restaurants in Major Shake-up
Dozens of Pizza Hut restaurants across Britain are set to close permanently as part of a major restructuring deal, affecting hundreds of jobs nationwide.
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