12 h. ago All of the exciting new rides and rollercoasters opening in the UK and Europe in 2026

AS the year comes to a close, most theme parks across the UK have shut up shop for the season. But theme park fanatics have plenty to look forward to in 2026, as both thrillseekers and families with young children can expect new favourites. 2026 is set to be a huge year in the world...

Politics

3 d. ago The shops staying closed on Boxing Day 2025 including Aldi, Lidl and Poundland

While many shops will be re-opening their doors today, some have announced they will remain closed for Boxing Day

Politics

7 d. ago Britain 'is in the grip of a theft epidemic' as police shelve record 800 shoplifting crimes a day

Police closed 295,589 shoplifting cases without identifying a suspect in 2024-25 - the equivalent of officers shelving 34 offences an hour.

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7 d. ago Anger as City of London closes four independent shops for cafe group

All current operators have been told they must give up their cafes by the end of January

Politics

8 d. ago Mainstay of UK high street with 138 stores closes 73 shops with 4 more to go

The shop will have closed 77 of its 138 stores within months.

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1 week ago High retailer confirms it will close ALL 650 shops for three days this Christmas

A MAJOR high street retailer has confirmed it will shut all 650 of its stores for three days over the festive period this year. The budget retailer said the closures will cover key dates across the holiday season, continuing its long-standing tradition of putting employee time off ahead of trade. Poundland, which has hundreds of...

Economics

1 week ago Beloved vintage shop closes for good after 43 years in ‘end of an era’ as owners say ‘we are endlessly grateful’

SHOPPERS are devastated after a beloved vintage store announced it will be pulling the shutters down after 43 years. The popular shop, located in Nottingham city centre, revealed the news "with a very heavy heart". Wild Clothing, in Hockley's Broad Street, will be permanently shut down by the end of the year. Loyal customers have...

Politics

1 week ago Greater Manchester Iceland to close permanently ahead of shopping centre demolition

Four stores have been asked to vacate 'earlier than intended', with the supermarket set to close in a matter of weeks

Economics

1 week ago Everyone 'wants a closer look' at H Samuel watch reduced by £100

People can secure delivery in time for Christmas for this 'striking' timepiece

Economics

2 w. ago High street shopping giant to close 33 stores across the country

River Island has confirmed that 33 of its stores will shut by the end of January as part of a major restructuring plan

Economics

2 w. ago 'It used to be absolutely buzzing here, it's sad to see what has happened'

Residents of the town said a lack of investment in recent years has seen shops close and businesses drawn elsewhere

Politics

3 w. ago Marks & Spencer’s £10 perfume is being compared to YSL’s £100 Black Opium fragrance

Shoppers are saying that this Marks & Spencer fragrance is a close alternative to YSL's Black Opium – and can save you £90 by buying this one instead

Economics

3 w. ago Poundland will have shut 100 stores by New Year and there will be massive savings

The budget retailer is set to have closed over 100 UK shops by early next year, following the launch of its restructuring programme and all of the UK will be affected

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3 w. ago Poundland set to have shut over 100 stores as new wave of closures announced

Poundland has announced a further 14 shops will close by early February as the budget retailer continues to trim down the chain as part of turnaround efforts for the business

Politics

3 w. ago Historic Scots business to close after more than 100 years as owners shut up shop

AN HISTORIC Scots business is set to close after more than 100 years as owners shut up their beloved shop. Sinforiani Brothers in Kilmarnock, Ayrshire first opened in 1920. Over the years, the 'Aladdin's Cave' on West George Street has been a cafe, newsagents, tobacconist and confectioner. Current owner Marco Sinforiani, 59, has worked for...

Economics

3 w. ago Full list of Cancer Research shops set to close including 4 in London

Full list of Cancer Research shops set to close including 4 in London  MyLondon

Science

4 w. ago Needled! Christmas tree shoppers in Windsor forced to drive an extra MILE to avoid William and Kate's new mansion

Families hoping to get their Christmas trees at a shop close to the Prince and Princess of Wales' new Windsor mansion face being diverted around a new circular route.

Politics

4 w. ago Altrincham town centre 'disturbance' sees four injured as businesses remain shut

Altrincham town centre has seen a huge police cordon keep many of its shops closed while they investigate a major incident that saw four people suffer injuries

Events

4 w. ago Town 'left behind' fears shoppers 'could go to Cheshire Oaks instead'

The North West town which has seen 50 businesses close could lose more shoppers due to new parking charges, a new report says

Politics

4 w. ago Morrisons to add digital screens to over 300 store fronts from 2026

When shoppers edge closer to their Morrisons store of choice, they will be able to see in advance what kind of brands and goods are available in-store.

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