Salford's £1bn skyscraper vision approved
Salford City Council approves ambitious £1 billion skyscraper development featuring four towers up to 56 storeys, set to transform the Greengate waterfront area with 1,700 new homes and commercial spaces.
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Violence against shop workers surges by one-third
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in physical assaults and verbal abuse targeting retail staff across Britain, with Co-op reporting over 1,000 incidents daily.
Wolverhampton eyesore finally set for demolition
Long-awaited demolition approved for vandal-plagued Willenhall site, paving way for new housing development in Wolverhampton community.
Waitrose Implements New £50 Checkout Rule
Waitrose introduces a significant policy change affecting self-service checkout payments, setting a £50 minimum for card transactions to combat theft and streamline operations.
Aldi to open 16 new UK stores in major expansion
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.
Primark Owner ABF Considers Business Separation
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.
Bristol's £80m affordable waterside homes approved
A landmark £80 million development bringing 142 high-quality affordable homes to Bristol's historic Cumberland Basin, creating a vibrant new community with stunning waterfront views.
Council's £15m town centre demolition plan
A bold £15 million regeneration scheme could see a struggling town centre purchased and demolished by the council in a dramatic bid to reverse years of decline and create a vibrant new community hub.
Bull Ring Market Faces Demolition for Housing
Historic Bull Ring Market in Birmingham could be demolished to make way for modern housing, sparking debate about preserving heritage versus addressing housing needs.
Somerset Jewellery Store Closes After 65 Years
The historic H. Tobys jewellery shop in Taunton has closed its doors permanently, marking the end of an era for the high street after nearly seven decades of trading.
Fenwick dramatically reduces losses in retail turnaround
Historic British retailer Fenwick reports significantly reduced losses as strategic restructuring takes effect, with sales growth across all stores signalling retail recovery.
Wolverhampton's Raglan Street faces demolition in regeneration push
Wolverhampton City Council has approved further changes to demolish Raglan Street buildings, marking another step in the city's major regeneration plans to create new commercial spaces and revitalise the urban landscape.
Birmingham's New Urban Village: Sustainable Development Plans
Discover how a leading property developer is transforming a former industrial site into a sustainable urban community with hundreds of homes, green spaces, and commercial units in Birmingham.
Dudley's contaminated site set for 160-home transformation
A derelict and contaminated former industrial site in Dudley is set for a dramatic transformation into 160 new homes, breathing new life into what was once considered an eyesore in the Black Country.
WHSmith Opens First Standalone Post Office Branch
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.
Llanelli BID extended for five more years
Llanelli's Business Improvement District wins overwhelming renewal vote, securing £1.25 million investment and continuing town centre transformation initiatives until 2029.
Newcastle Quayside office development approved
A landmark Newcastle city centre office development has received planning approval, transforming a prominent Quayside location into premium workspace with stunning Tyne views.
Black Country wins £20m for tech innovation hub
A major £20 million investment is set to transform the Black Country into a pioneering hub for sustainable technologies and digital innovation, creating new opportunities for businesses and residents across the Midlands.
hmv Expands Vinyl Empire with New UK & Ireland Stores
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.
Wolverhampton's £27m Transport Hub Approved
Wolverhampton Council approves ambitious £27 million transport interchange project, promising to revolutionise city centre connectivity and boost local economy.
Birmingham Bullring and Grand Central partial demolition plans
Revolutionary redevelopment plans could see parts of Birmingham's iconic shopping centres demolished to create a vibrant new public square and enhanced pedestrian routes connecting key city destinations.
Birmingham nightclub in talks to become Aldi supermarket
Exclusive: The iconic Code nightclub in Birmingham's Gay Village is in advanced talks to be converted into a new Aldi store, marking a significant shift for the city's nightlife and retail landscape.
Labour Plans Business Rates Overhaul to Save High Streets
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces radical reform of 'broken' business rates system to save struggling shops and create level playing field for British businesses.
Wilko reopens Birmingham city centre store
Beloved discount retailer Wilko is reopening its flagship Birmingham store with a major jobs boost, marking a dramatic comeback after last year's collapse.
Tom Wagner's £3bn Birmingham City FC Sports Quarter Vision
Exclusive insight into Tom Wagner's ambitious £2-3 billion Sports Quarter project for Birmingham City FC, featuring state-of-the-art facilities and major economic regeneration plans that could create 3,000+ jobs.
West Midlands area named UK's coolest outside London
Discover how a once-overlooked West Midlands neighbourhood has transformed into the nation's trendiest destination, beating competition from Manchester, Bristol and Glasgow to claim the ultimate urban cool title.
Wilko to shut all stores by October - 12,500 jobs at risk
Beloved UK retailer Wilko enters administration, putting 12,500 jobs at risk as all 400 stores prepare to close permanently by early October, marking the end of an era for British high streets.
Sainsbury's customer pays 1p for £30 grocery shop
A Sainsbury's customer scored an unbelievable bargain when a technical glitch allowed them to purchase over £30 worth of groceries for just one penny at a Birmingham store.
Bull Ring Market faces demolition in Birmingham regeneration
Birmingham City Council's ambitious regeneration strategy could see the iconic Bull Ring Market demolished and relocated, sparking debate about preserving heritage versus urban development.
Poundland to Close 10 More UK Stores
Discount retailer Poundland confirms another wave of store closures affecting multiple locations nationwide, as part of ongoing portfolio review and transformation strategy.
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