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.
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Claire's and TOFS Collapse into Administration
High street chains Claire's and The Original Factory Shop have collapsed into administration, putting around 2,500 UK and Ireland jobs at risk. Read the full story on the retail crisis.
Costa Coffee losses double to £13.5m in 2024
Costa Coffee's operating losses more than doubled to £13.5m in 2024 amid fierce competition and rising costs. Read the full analysis of the UK coffee chain's challenges.
Record 8,234 US stores close in 2025 as retail crisis deepens
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.
Mothercare plans rebuild despite £1.4m half-year loss
Mothercare aims to rebuild its UK and global presence despite posting a £1.4m pre-tax loss and a 25% sales slump. The firm has stabilised after debt cuts and is exploring refinancing.
DIY Giant Toolstation Enters Administration, 100+ Jobs Lost
Major UK DIY supplier Toolstation has entered administration, with staff told to stay home and more than 100 roles set to be cut. Get the latest updates on this breaking story.
Stella McCartney losses widen amid sales slump
Stella McCartney's fashion label sees pre-tax losses widen to £33.6m as sales fall by 27%, raising concerns over the brand's future funding. Directors cite challenging market conditions.
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.
Black Friday abuse crisis hits UK retail workers
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.
Asos cuts losses to £282m amid 12% sales decline
Asos reduces pre-tax losses to £281.6m despite 12% sales drop. The online retailer turns to AI stylists and anti-returns strategy to win back shoppers.
Morrisons makes 1,700 paperboys and girls redundant
Supermarket giant Morrisons has made 1,700 young paper deliverers redundant after selling its home delivery service to News Team Group, marking the end of a traditional first job for many.
Walgreens ends holiday pay for hourly workers
Walgreens has cut paid holiday time for hourly staff after a private equity buyout, costing full-time employees hundreds of dollars annually. Discover the full impact.
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
Primark sales jump 7% amid retail expansion push
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
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.
M&S launches major expansion with 20 new stores
Marks & Spencer announces ambitious expansion plan with 20 new stores across the UK, creating over 3,400 jobs and bringing back beloved fashion brands.
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.
Co-op staff told to promote vapes after cyber attack losses
Internal documents reveal Co-op is instructing employees to aggressively promote vaping products as the retailer battles severe financial fallout from a major cybersecurity breach that cost millions.
Target CEO warns of organised retail crime surge
Target's chief executive Brian Cornell reveals escalating organised retail crime is putting staff safety at risk and costing retailers billions annually.
Target Plans Thousands of Job Cuts Amid Stagnant Sales
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.
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.
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.
Morrisons shutting 52 cafés in UK restructuring
Supermarket giant Morrisons announces closure of 52 in-store cafés across the UK, putting hundreds of jobs at risk in significant restructuring move.
Armed Raid on Woolworths Sparks UK Retail Crime Alert
Shocking armed robbery at Woolworths store highlights escalating retail crime wave sweeping Britain, with police hunting multiple suspects after dramatic staff confrontation.
Walmart expands in New York as Macy's closes stores
Retail giant Walmart announces ambitious expansion into New York City, opening new stores and creating hundreds of jobs while challenging established competitors.
Whole Foods UK closure shocks community, staff jobless
The sudden shutdown of Whole Foods' flagship UK store leaves employees jobless and local residents reeling, raising questions about the future of premium retail in Britain.
Petco announces US store closures in major retail shakeup
Pet retail giant Petco announces significant store closures across the United States, joining growing list of retailers facing challenging market conditions and shifting consumer habits.
Salt Bae's London restaurant reports major financial losses
Celebrity butcher Nusret Gökçe's London steakhouse faces financial turmoil with significant losses, while his US operations downsize amid global business challenges.
Rick Stein closes restaurants as empire faces losses
Celebrity chef Rick Stein confirms closure of his St Petroc's Bistro and coffee shop in Padstow amid financial struggles hitting his culinary empire.
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