2 h. ago All the Greater Manchester attractions opening for free in September

Dozens of venues are participating in the Heritage Open Days festival

Politics

23 h. 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

54 h. ago Poundland shutting another 11 stores today as full list of closures revealed

Poundland had previously announced plans to close 68 branches after it was sold for £1 to investment firm Gordon Brothers, the former owner of Laura Ashley

Politics

4 d. ago High street bank with more than 2.5m customers cutting opening hours

The Co-operative Bank has confirmed that some of its walk-in branches will lose up to three hours of daily operating time, with more than a dozen locations to shut for an extra day each week

Economics

5 d. ago Poundland announces big price change for all stores 'starting today'

The budget retailer has confirmed a new pricing structure for its stores across the UK

Politics

6 d. ago Poundland could 'run out of money in days' ahead of 12 store closures

Bosses at cheap as chips chain Poundland are urging a High Court to approve a restructuring plan but have given a dire warning of what could happen if it fails

Politics

6 d. 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

6 d. ago Poundland to run out of money in days if restructure not approved, court told

Poundland is asking a High Court judge to rubber-stamp a restructuring plan.

Events

6 d. ago Poundland makes key change in all stores as 11 to close 'in days'

The budget retailer is set to close 11 stores across the UK in just days - with 12 already shut this week - as part of a major shake-up of its pricing system

Politics

8 d. ago Police arrest 140 revellers on day one of Notting Hill Carnival after colourful start to street party: Figures up 40% on last year amid Met crackdown

In an update at 8pm on Sunday, the force said dozens of arrests were made on the opening day, including 15 for assaults on police.

Events

8 d. 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

8 d. ago Russia accuses Ukraine of strike on nuclear plant in wave of drone attacks

Moscow says operating capacity of reactor at Kursk site reduced by 50% as Kyiv celebrates independence dayMoscow has accused Kyiv of launching dozens of drone attacks, including one that sparked a fire at a nuclear power plant, as Ukrainians marked 34 years since the country gained independence from the Soviet Union.The drone attack on the Kursk nuclear power plant in western Russia, 37 miles (60km) from the border with Ukraine, caused damage to an auxiliary transformer and forced a 50% reduction in the operating capacity of a reactor, Russian authorities said. Ukraine did not immediately comment on the alleged attack. Continue reading...

Events

1 week 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

1 week 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

1 week 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

2 w. ago Poundland announces exact date it will stop selling online and close loyalty app

It comes after Poundland was sold for £1 to investment firm Gordon Brothers, the former owner of Laura Ashley, and will permanently shut 68 stores

Politics

2 w. ago Poundland closing 15 more stores today after budget chain sold for £1

The retailer has been slowly revealing the locations of the affected branches and already closed down ten stores on August 10 - but more closures are happening today

Economics

2 w. ago Three wildfires break out at same London park in just two days as dozens of firefighters rush to tackle latest blaze

Three wildfires broke out in Wanstead Flats in east London on Tuesday and Wednesday, while another fire erupted in Northolt

Events

3 w. ago Shock footage of China floods from above: At least 15 are dead and dozens missing after waters tore through

Floods in northern China have destroyed homes, broken roads and left dozens of people still missing after days of torrential downpour caused chaos.

Events

3 w. ago Poundland to shut 49 stores across the UK with 10 closing for good today

The discount shop chain's owner, Polish firm Pepco Group, sold the struggling business in June to US-based Gordon Brothers for a 'nominal fee' of just £1. Pictured: File photo

Politics