Midlands Rail Strike: Four December Dates Disrupt Travel
CrossCountry warns of major rail disruption across the Midlands on four Saturdays in December due to RMT strikes. Plan your Christmas travel now to avoid significant delays and cancellations.
CrossCountry warns of major rail disruption across the Midlands on four Saturdays in December due to RMT strikes. Plan your Christmas travel now to avoid significant delays and cancellations.
UK weather maps forecast a massive 650-mile winter storm to blanket Britain from December 9, bringing heavy rain, snow and strong winds. Get the latest updates.
The UK is set for up to 18cm of snow next week as Arctic conditions return. Cumbria, Northumberland, Durham and Staffordshire face the worst disruption. Read the latest forecast details.
Discover if you qualify for the DWP's tax-free £10 Christmas Bonus. This one-off payment is automatic for those on certain benefits. Check the full list of qualifying benefits now.
Marks & Spencer unveils ambitious plan for 500 new and revamped food stores across the UK, creating 800 jobs and transforming shopping experiences nationwide.
Co-op unveils 11 new stores this week from Scotland to Bristol as part of a £200m investment. Full list of locations and calls for business rates reform revealed.
The UK faces a severe -7C Arctic blast with snow predicted for Scotland, England, and Wales from December 3. Discover the latest Met Office verdict and weather maps.
M&S launches ambitious plan for 500 new and renewed Food stores, aiming to double its food business size. 20 stores opening this year, creating 800 jobs.
The Met Office warns of potential snow and increased frost risk for the UK in December. Get the latest details on the long-range weather forecast and how it could impact your plans.
Rail travellers in Birmingham face disruption as RMT union strikes hit CrossCountry services on four consecutive Saturdays in December over pay and staffing disputes.
William Peoples, 7, from Tewkesbury is doing Sue Ryder's December Daily Dash for the second time, raising funds for the hospice that cared for his grandmother before she died from cancer.
Poundland confirms 10 further store closures across the UK, completing a major restructuring. Find out the full list of locations and closing dates.
Morrisons is transforming 250 local shops into Morrisons Daily convenience stores in 2025, a key growth strategy following the closure of 103 sites including cafes and pharmacies.
Iconic 90s brand Juicy Couture is planning a major UK high street return, with new London stores set to open next autumn following the success of its Westfield Stratford branch.
The Met Office warns of potential snow and winter hazards in the lead-up to Christmas 2025, with temperatures dipping below normal. Discover the full forecast.
Discover five enchanting holiday cottages across the UK available this December. From rustic farmhouses to cosy cabins with hot tubs - perfect for a magical Christmas escape.
Fashion brand White Stuff is making a Birmingham comeback, opening a new Grand Central store. Discover the latest retail boost for the city centre and what other brands are arriving.
The Met Office has released its highly anticipated Christmas weather forecast, revealing which parts of the UK are most likely to wake up to snowfall on December 25th. Get the full breakdown of snow probabilities and regional predictions.
Primark is revolutionising the shopping experience by replacing traditional tills with mobile checkout points, allowing staff to process payments anywhere in the store.
Discount supermarket giant Aldi announces major expansion with 16 new stores planned across the UK, creating hundreds of jobs and bringing bargain groceries to more communities.
Associated British Foods is exploring a potential separation of its retail and grocery divisions, a move that could reshape the future of Primark and its 400+ stores across the UK and internationally.
Major delays on M6 southbound after multi-vehicle collision between J3 and J4A. Emergency services on scene with severe congestion affecting Birmingham commuters.
Historic British retailer Fenwick reports significantly reduced losses as strategic restructuring takes effect, with sales growth across all stores signalling retail recovery.
Homebase introduces groundbreaking 30-day returns policy across all UK stores, making DIY shopping more flexible and customer-friendly than ever before.
Discount supermarket giant Aldi has identified 23 key towns across the UK where it's actively seeking sites for new store openings, with Birmingham and the West Midlands featuring prominently in their expansion strategy.
In a revolutionary move for the UK retail sector, WHSmith has launched its inaugural standalone Post Office branch, merging traditional postal services with modern convenience in a groundbreaking new format.
Retail giant Marks & Spencer reveals plans for a spectacular new flagship store in Birmingham's Bullring, bringing fashion, food and homeware to the city centre in a major boost for local shopping.
Bullring Shopping Centre is set to welcome another major fashion retailer to its impressive lineup, bringing fresh style options to Birmingham shoppers and boosting the city's retail landscape.
The legendary entertainment retailer hmv is making a triumphant return to the high street, announcing ambitious expansion plans that will bring new vinyl-focused stores to key locations across the UK and Ireland throughout 2025.
Discount retailer Poundland confirms another wave of store closures affecting multiple locations nationwide, as part of ongoing portfolio review and transformation strategy.