Primark scraps traditional tills for mobile checkout system
Primark is revolutionising the shopping experience by replacing traditional tills with mobile checkout points, allowing staff to process payments anywhere in the store.
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Lidl confirms Perry Barr store opening date
Discount supermarket giant Lidl has announced the official opening date for its exciting new Birmingham store at Perry Barr Retail Park, bringing fresh groceries and unbeatable prices to the community this spring.
M&S Profits Soar 58% in Stunning Turnaround
Marks & Spencer's transformation strategy delivers impressive results with clothing and home sales climbing 5.7% and food revenue up 13%, signalling a major retail comeback story.
Fired Earth collapses: All UK showrooms closing
The renowned homeware and tiles specialist Fired Earth enters administration, triggering immediate closure of all UK showrooms and putting jobs at risk across the country.
The Entertainer announces major job cuts amid cost crisis
Britain's beloved toy chain The Entertainer faces tough restructuring with significant job losses as rising costs and tax pressures hit the retail sector hard.
ASOS cuts 500 jobs in UK restructuring
Online fashion giant ASOS announces significant workforce reduction affecting 500 roles across UK operations, including key Birmingham distribution centres, as part of cost-cutting measures.
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.
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.
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.
Birmingham drug dealer jailed again after failed lesson
A persistent Birmingham drug dealer is back behind bars after continuing his criminal operations just months after being released from prison, with police uncovering his new enterprise following a dramatic car chase through the city.
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.
Best Day for Christmas Shopping to Save Money Revealed
New research uncovers the perfect day to begin your Christmas shopping to beat the price hikes and save hundreds of pounds. Discover when prices are lowest and how to make your budget stretch further this festive season.
Moonpig appoints Auto Trader's Catherine Wood to board
Online greeting card giant Moonpig strengthens its leadership team with appointment of Auto Trader's digital expert Catherine Wood as new Senior Independent Director.
New Store Coming to Birmingham's Bullring Shopping Centre
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.
Morrisons Reveals Christmas 2025 Store Changes
Supermarket giant Morrisons announces sweeping changes to Christmas 2025 operations, including extended festive hours and enhanced seasonal services across UK stores.
Corrupt Police Officer Jailed for Drug Plot
Former PC Oliver Banfield, 26, sentenced to prison after body-worn video exposed his involvement in a cannabis supply conspiracy while serving with West Midlands Police.
Wolverhampton drug dealer jailed after police operation
A Wolverhampton drug dealer has been sentenced to prison after a major police investigation uncovered his sophisticated drug supply network operating across the West 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.
Co-op Confirms Birmingham Store Closure Date
Another Birmingham high street faces a major blow as the Co-op confirms it will shut its doors permanently at a key city location, leaving residents concerned about local shopping options.
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.
Tesco's 40p online shopping charge sparks anger
Tesco introduces controversial 40p fee for online grocery orders under £40, sparking customer backlash as cost-of-living pressures mount.
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.
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.
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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