24 h. ago All Scottish store openings to look forward to as retailers fight against death of the high street

It's not all doom and gloom for the high street, as Scotland is set for multiple new stores this year.

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25 h. ago Lloyds to warn 3,000 staff they face sack for ‘underperformance’

With economic uncertainty meaning fewer people leave, bank to put about one in 20 on ‘performance plans’ Business live – latest updatesLloyds Banking Group is to warn 3,000 staff that they are at risk of being sacked for underperformance, as part of a management overhaul led by the chief executive, Charlie Nunn.Bosses have been instructed to rank staff performance, with about 5% of its 63,000-strong workforce due to be put on performance plans that will put their jobs at risk unless they notably improve. About 1,500 of those put on notice could end up losing their jobs. Continue reading...

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27 h. ago Horror as doctor found with throat slit and 'genitals removed' as hospital staff arrested

WARNING, GRAPHIC CONTENT: Hospital staff were horrified after being forced to break into a room – only to find their coworker laying on the floor with his throat slit

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42 h. ago Democrats blast state department for lack of ‘basic oversight’ of controversial Gaza food organization

Letter by senior Democrats asks state department to reveal details behind financing of Gaza Humanitarian FoundationSenior Democratic senators have called on the US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, and the US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, to reveal details behind the financing and oversight of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) amid concerns over rising death tolls near aid sites, the group’s apparent coordination with the Israeli army and its reported use of private military contractors linked to intelligence operations.The letter, co-signed by senators Elizabeth Warren, Chris Van Hollen and Peter Welch, accuses the state department of an “inability to answer basic questions about GHF in a timely manner” and said that the department’s “overriding of internal protocol and staff warnings is particularly concerning given it is unlikely to be able to conduct basic oversight of the funds it provided to GHF”. Continue reading...

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43 h. ago US Democrats warn that controversial Gaza food organisation may be cover for intelligence operations

Letter by senior Democrats asks state department to reveal details behind financing of Gaza Humanitarian FoundationSenior Democratic senators have called on secretary of state, Marco Rubio, and US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, to reveal details behind the financing and oversight of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation as concerns grow that the organization is acting as a front for intelligence and political operations.The letter, co-signed by Senators Elizabeth Warren, Chris Van Hollen and Peter Welch, accuses the state department of an “inability to answer basic questions about GHF in a timely manner” and said that the department’s “overriding of internal protocol and staff warnings is particularly concerning given it is unlikely to be able to conduct basic oversight of the funds it provided to GHF”. Continue reading...

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47 h. ago Major retailer with over 175 stores to close Glasgow branch next week

It comes amidst a wave closures across the Scottish high street recently.

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69 h. ago Holidaymakers issued 'overcharging' warning in popular holiday spot as restaurant staff share secret

Brits heading abroad have been urged to double-check their bills when dining out - after a former restaurant employee revealed an 'industry secret'.

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4 d. ago Poundland to close final Scots store this month in major restructuring plans

The discounted chain has already closed stores in Perth, Broxburn and Port Glasgow last month.

Sport

7 d. ago Luxury beauty retailer confirms it is opening new stores in two Scottish cities

The beauty and wellness brand currently operates 10 stores across Scotland.

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8 d. ago Accessories retailer Claire’s finds a buyer but hundreds of stores still set to close

As part of the deal Claire’s has paused the liquidation process at a ‘significant number’ of stores

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9 d. ago Bodycare: Major health and beauty chain with 17 Scottish stores facing collapse with jobs at risk

The health and beauty retailer was founded over 50 years ago

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9 d. ago Poundland: More stores to close after chain restructure go ahead

The budget retailer previously said 68 stores would close as part of its turnaround plan.

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1 week ago Women working for refugee charities facing ‘disgusting’ sexual comments from far

Charities have warned staff not to wear lanyards and ID badges, and have had to provide workers with additional security

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2 w. ago India’s flight safety systems face ‘existential threat’ from staff shortage, committee warns

MPs say aviation watchdog is facing a ‘profound and persistent shortage’ of staff with almost half its posts unfilled

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2 w. ago Huge retailer cancels online orders and refunds as it falls into administration

Claire's Accessories has been a go-to for many for over 60 years thanks to its vast selection of jewellery, accessories and ear piercing service, but it recently appointed administrators

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2 w. ago Haribo in Scotland: Opening date for Scotland's first Haribo store with exclusive 'Pick Your Mix' area

The Scotland branch will be most northern Haribo store in the world.

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2 w. ago Exact date Haribo's first ever Scottish store will open in Glasgow

Mark your calendars, as the opening date is just around the corner.

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2 w. ago B&M confirms exact date Scottish store will close with shoppers left 'heartbroken'

The firm will be switching its focus to a refurbished store nearby instead.

Economics

2 w. ago Scottish beauty influencer's iconic make up popup store returns to Scots shopping centre

VIEVE's latest pop-up at Buchanan Galleries will officially open very soon, marking its fifth year in Glasgow

Economics

2 w. ago Downfall of Claire's Accessories as all 306 UK stores under threat of closure

Claire's has been a mainstay on the UK high street for the last 30 years, but now the collapse of its US brand has seen the UK arm go into administration with immediate effect

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