Insider: Glue Retail Collapse Was Years in the Making
An insider reveals the youth fashion chain Glue had been struggling with high costs, excess stock, and low staff morale long before its parent company Accent Group announced store closures.
An insider reveals the youth fashion chain Glue had been struggling with high costs, excess stock, and low staff morale long before its parent company Accent Group announced store closures.
Good Housekeeping's 2026 Easter egg rankings reveal a Sainsbury's dark chocolate mint egg as the overall winner, outperforming luxury brands like Lindt and Hotel Chocolat with an impressive 89/100 score.
Hobbycraft is selling a colourful £15 tulip wreath perfect for welcoming spring. The artificial floral decoration adds bright seasonal colour to doors, walls, or tables.
Morrisons has reduced prices on carrots, onions, potatoes, and cauliflowers to just 67p until March 9, 2026, with limited stock available.
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RecommendedB&M offers a 'stunning' travertine finish side table for just £15, providing a budget-friendly alternative to a similar £400 table at John Lewis. The versatile piece adds style to any room with easy self-assembly.
Shoppers can save £8 by choosing B&M's Hudson Side Table over B&Q's similar Black 2-Tier Bookcase. Both offer modern tiered designs, but B&M's bargain is low-stock and in-store only.
A new Consumer Reports survey reveals Walmart has fallen to seventh place in affordability, with Costco and BJ's Wholesale Club now offering prices over 21% cheaper.
UK retail footfall plunged 4.7% year-on-year in February as heavy rainfall kept shoppers at home, with high streets and shopping centres hit hardest according to BRC-Sensormatic data.
New research shows 14% of UK SMEs have stopped accepting cash in the last year, driven by fraud prevention and security concerns, though cash remains vital for many consumers.
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RecommendedIrish drinkers are recommending Coole Swan as a smoother, higher-quality alternative to Baileys. The premium liqueur is currently discounted to £20 at Tesco with a Clubcard, down from £26.50.
Thousands of Amazon customers faced widespread website outages, reporting pricing errors and checkout failures, with over 18,000 complaints logged on Downdetector.
A new Consumer Reports survey reveals Walmart is no longer the cheapest grocery store in the US, with Costco and BJ's Wholesale Club taking the top spots for low prices.
Cracker Barrel's profits collapsed 94% as customer visits dropped 10% following last year's controversial logo change. The chain is attempting a turnaround with new stores and menu items.
Discover Marks & Spencer's affordable eau de toilettes that beauty fans compare to high-end scents from Chanel, Jo Malone, and Le Labo, starting at a budget-friendly £7.
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RecommendedNationwide Building Society expands its 0% Green Additional Borrowing initiative, allowing up to 10,000 mortgage customers to borrow £5,000-£20,000 for energy efficiency upgrades like solar panels and insulation.
Woolworths, Coles, and Wesfarmers are developing agentic AI shopping assistants, but recent chatbot failures highlight risks and technological hurdles.
Shoppers are comparing B&M's £6 ribbed corner shelf to B&Q's £12 version, noting striking similarities in design and function, with potential savings driving interest.
Eoin Tonge has been confirmed as Primark's permanent chief executive, as owner Associated British Foods considers a potential demerger of the high street fashion giant.
Eoin Tonge has been confirmed as the permanent chief executive of Primark, following his interim role after predecessor Paul Marchant resigned over inappropriate behaviour allegations. The appointment comes as parent company Associated British Foods revie
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RecommendedBoots shoppers are praising the 'classy' Gucci Flora Gorgeous Orchid perfume, now half-price at £49.50. With over 4,600 reviews averaging 4.8 stars, it's hailed as a luxurious, long-lasting scent.
Marks & Spencer unveils 'The Trench' coat, a £95 premium design inspired by archives, featuring Stormwear technology and detailed craftsmanship, amid rising search trends.
Shoppers can save over £200 on a sleek black round dining table at B&M compared to a nearly identical model at Homebase, with both retailers offering elegant minimalist designs.
Aldi shoppers are praising the budget supermarket's £4.99 Almond Gentle Shower Oil, claiming it smells identical to L'Occitane's high-end £37 alternative, with many unable to tell the difference in use.
Ariana Grande's Cloud perfume, hailed as 'best ever' by fans, is now £37.22 on Amazon—a 30% discount cheaper than Superdrug and Boots. Reviewers rave about its 'sexy' scent.
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RecommendedShoppers are racing to buy a GV2 Milan Diamond-Set Luxury Watch, reduced from £2995 to £175.50 at Debenhams. The Swiss quartz timepiece resembles a £22,800 Cartier design and has earned rave reviews for its quality and appearance.
Dunelm's Armitage Boucle Stripe Snuggle Chair has been reduced from £399 to £199, with shoppers praising its comfort for curling up with books. The chair features retro-inspired design with contemporary ball feet.
A stylish and practical mini ribbed lamp from B&M, priced at just £6, closely resembles a £160 John Lewis alternative that has sold out in cream. Available in four colours, it offers budget-friendly home sophistication.
Greggs is exploring 'unattended retail solutions' including vending machines for sausage rolls and pastries, amid a 17.9% profit drop and expansion plans to over 3,000 shops.
Marks and Spencer has reduced its Floral Urn Table Lamp by 30% to £48.30, with shoppers praising its Regency-inspired design and ordering multiple units for their homes.
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RecommendedHome Bargains launches the Firefly Black Circle Bulb Rope Lantern for under £10, offering a stylish solar-powered light for outdoor tables this spring and summer season.