2 h. ago Marks and Spencer store changes and closures happening before Christmas — full list

Marks and Spencer has confirmed the closure of 11 in-store cafes nationwide as part of its modernisation plans, with branches in Hull and Ipswich amongst those affected

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8 h. ago Marks and Spencer shoppers snapping up heavily reduced afternoon tea hampers in Christmas deal

Neatly packed in a letter-box friendly box, perfect to surprise loved ones, it is filled with goodies such as cakes, chocolates, biscuits and teabags, making it an ideal and convenient Christmas present

Economics

23 h. ago Major high street retailer announces another 14 UK store closures in coming weeks

Stores in Liverpool and Lancaster are among the stores set to close

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26 h. ago Full list of Poundland stores set for closure in December and January

Find out if a Poundland store is closing near you

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26 h. ago Poundland announces another wave of store closures over winter

The budget retailer will have shut more than 100 shops in the UK by early next year after kicking off its restructuring programme.

Politics

33 h. ago Skipton in Yorkshire named happiest place to live in Great Britain

Access to nature and essential services and friendliness of the people led ‘gateway to the Dales’ to top Rightmove indexIt is nicknamed “the gateway to the Dales”, is home to one of England’s best-preserved medieval castles and, for trivia fans, was the birthplace of half of Marks & Spencer. Now, the Yorkshire market town of Skipton has been named “the happiest place to live” in Great Britain.It received the accolade from the property website Rightmove, which runs a “happy at home” index that is now in its 14th year. The survey asks residents how they feel about their area based on a range of factors. Continue reading...

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46 h. ago The Met Office reveals what needs to happen for the UK to have a White Christmas

It might be too far away to predict just yet, but there's no harm in dreaming about a White Christmas

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49 h. ago Shoppers can’t get enough of M&S trousers that ‘fit perfectly’ and contain wool to keep you warm in cooler temperatures

IT'S that time of year again when you can't step out of the house without checking the temperature first. The cold and wet weather means we all have to make sure our outfits will keep us warm. And while this usually means you prioritise staying warm over style, you won't have to anymore. Shoppers have...

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53 h. ago Russia could be behind cyber attacks on British businesses like M&S, Nato general warns

Moscow has been linked to a string of hybrid attacks across Europe in recent months

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54 h. ago I tried to do all my Christmas shopping in 60 minutes – here’s what happened

The average person spends 41 hours prepping for Christmas – and more than six hours of that time is spent shopping. Armed with a timer, a laptop and a tighter budget than usual, Charlotte Cripps set out to find 27 gifts in under an hour

Economics

55 h. ago What to wear for New Year’s Eve – whether you’re going out or staying in

Celebrity fashion stylists share what you should wear to ring in 2026.

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2 d. ago M&S shopper shows off Christmas table treat but fans spot 1 major issue

Marks and Spencer has restocked a well-loved Christmas item to add to your 2025 dining table - but some people believe there's an obvious issue with the popular item

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2 d. ago M&S shopper shows off Christmas foodie treat but people spot 1 problem

A Marks and Spencer fan has shared the 'must-have' item when it comes to impressing your friends and family this Christmas - but some people say there's an obvious issue with the item

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3 d. ago 'We got engaged at Manchester's Christmas Markets but had no idea what would happen next'

Passers-by managed to capture the happiest moment of this couple's lives

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3 d. ago From candlelit museum tours to free Christmas craft days – there’s plenty festive things happening

From candlelit museum tours to free Christmas craft days – there’s plenty festive things happening  Southwark News

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4 d. ago Ian Wright’s ‘simple and classic’ men’s Christmas gifts includes under

Ian Wright has teamed up with Marks & Spencer to pick his top Christmas gifting ideas to shop, including a ‘simple and classic’ waterproof jacket that’s under £100

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4 d. ago Yankee Candle maker Newell Brands announces plans to close stores and cut 900 jobs

The store closures and job cuts are a part of Newell Brands’ new global productivity plan to ‘strengthen the company’s competitiveness’

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4 d. ago Marks and Spencer's sparkly jumper hailed 'perfect for Christmas Day' available for 93p through deal stack

"Bought this for Christmas occasions. Nice fit with added sparkle"

Economics

4 d. ago Marks and Spencer shoppers can get 'bestselling' Christmas bath gift set for £3.59 in Cyber Monday deal stack

"Friend was very happy with the different brands to try. It's great for taking on holiday"

Economics

4 d. ago Poundland to close three more stores in December as retail shake

Poundland is set to close three more stores in December, as part of a wider shake-up that has already seen dozens of branches shut across the UK

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