8 h. ago Full list of Bodycare stores closing on Tuesday and Thursday as 30 more shops to shut

The British retailer said the latest set of closures would be on Tuesday and Thursday this week, with all 130 staff working at the stores to be made redundant when they close

Politics

4 d. ago Aldi UK: store closure dates as supermarket shut all shops for 3 days over Christmas, opening times – news

The supermarket is extending opening hours to help you stock up before the closures 🎄

Economics

6 d. ago UK seaside town is now 'depressing' with a quarter of shops empty or shut down

The once-thriving seaside town of Ramsgate in Kent has been described as 'depressing' by locals, with a recent report revealing that a staggering 65 shop units are empty

Politics

8 d. ago Phone shops set to keep doors closed when their open in bid to stop thefts

Thefts of mobile phones are getting worse as some smartphone shops take drastic measures such as keeping the store doors shut when they are open for business

Politics

9 d. ago Full list of stores closing in September including Poundland and River Island

The Centre for Retail Research predicts 17,349 shops could shut in 2025 with the loss of around 201,953 retail job losses - here are all the major brands closing branches in September

Politics

1 week ago High street beauty chain to close 32 shops with hundreds of job losses

High street beauty chain Bodycare is to shut 32 of its shops across the UK after falling into administration.

Economics

1 week ago High street beauty chain to shut 32 shops after falling into administration

A high street beauty chain has said it will shut 32 shops and cut around 450 jobs after falling into administration.

Politics

1 week ago Bodycare collapse: Full list of nine Scottish stores among 32 to close immediately

“These remain challenging times for high street retailers as rising costs and reduced consumer spending continue to weigh heavily on trading” – Nick Holloway, administrator

Politics

1 week ago Full list of Bodycare stores at risk of closure as company faces administration

It is anticipated that the retailer will appoint administrators as early as Friday.

Events

1 week ago Barred yob who 'doesn’t know when to shut his mouth' threatened shop assistant

He made a slashing gesture and warned he would be waiting outside when the worker completed his shift.

Events

2 w. ago UK store closures in September as M&S, Hobbycraft and more to shut shops for good

The UK is on course for 17,349 shop closures and around 201,953 retail job losses in 2025, underlining the scale of upheaval. Here's a full list of stores that will close in September

Politics

2 w. ago Poundland 'will run out of money within days' as dozens of shops shut

A judge is set to rule on a plan to save the chain from entering administration

Economics

3 w. ago Amorim tells Manchester United to ‘grow up’ while Fernandes says referee triggered penalty miss

Smith Rowe goal denies visitors first win‘We scored then we forgot how we play’Ruben Amorim said his team need to “grow up” after Emile Smith Rowe’s equaliser for Fulham held Manchester United to a 1-1 draw at Craven Cottage. The problem, according to United’s manager, was his team trying to shut up shop after scoring their second‑half opener via a Rodrigo Muniz own goal.“I think we scored the goal and then we forgot about how we play,” Amorim said of his United side, who remain winless from their opening two games. They were well matched by an impressive Fulham. “We want to win so badly, and that is a good feeling. We scored a goal and everyone on the pitch was thinking: ‘Let’s hold on to the advantage and try to win the game.’ Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago Met Police arrest 100 people BEFORE Notting Hill Carnival as locals shut up shop ahead of annual street festival

The Met said 21 people were recalled to prison, and 11 firearms and more than 40 knives seized in a bid to target those who 'pose the greatest risk' of causing trouble.

Events

3 w. ago Revealed: The top reason why precious local businesses are being forced to shut up shop

With mass closures of beloved UK chains like Poundland, Claire's and Hobbycraft, it is no secret the British high street (pictured, file photo) is in serious decline.

Economics

3 w. ago Salford shopping centre shut down as man rushed to hospital after attack

Three men have been arrested following an attack at Salford Shopping Centre, Greater Manchester, in the early hours of this morning where a man suffered head injuries

Economics