Caldicot's £456k 3G Pitch Upgrade to Start in January
Monmouthshire County Council announces a £456,000 investment to replace Caldicot Leisure Centre's pitch with a state-of-the-art 3G surface. Work starts January 2026. Follow the progress online.
Monmouthshire County Council announces a £456,000 investment to replace Caldicot Leisure Centre's pitch with a state-of-the-art 3G surface. Work starts January 2026. Follow the progress online.
Peel Retail and Leisure submits plans for a £10m transformation of Quayside shopping centre, featuring indoor electric go-karting and family entertainment. The investment aims to create a vibrant waterfront destination for Salford.
MPs are set to question DWP officials over the WASPI women scandal after the Ombudsman raised 'serious concerns' about delays to promised remedial action. Read the latest.
Major shoe retailer Deichmann launches 'everything must go' sales as it shuts its Newbury store on February 14 and Newport branch after 17 years. Get the full list of closures.
New research reveals a plant-based diet with specific probiotics can slow PSA progression in low-risk prostate cancer. Experts also highlight lifestyle's crucial role in managing risk and outcomes.
The mystery over Stirchley's former Wildcat Tap is solved as Cork and Cage owners unveil The Cloak and Dagger. Discover the new community hub's ethos and opening plans.
A popular Co-op supermarket in Chilthurst is closing permanently on January 23, with staff facing redundancy. Rising costs and shoplifting are cited as key reasons for the shutdown.
Three Pembrokeshire holiday parks have been acquired for nearly £17m out of administration. Savills managed the sales to new leisure operators. Discover the details.
JD Sports partners with Commercetools and Stripe to let US shoppers buy directly through AI platforms like Microsoft Copilot. The sportswear giant calls AI 'the future of shopping'.
JD Sports unveils AI-powered 'one-click purchases' through ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, starting in the US. The move aims to transform retail for its core 18-24 demographic. Read more.
Marks & Spencer has responded to calls for a town centre comeback, stating it has 'no plans' to return to Sutton Coldfield. Discover why and what's next for the Gracechurch Centre.
Six affluent London and South East authorities can increase council tax by more than 5% for two years without a local vote. Residents face steep hikes as funding shifts to deprived areas.
Fashion retailer River Island is closing nine more branches by January 18, including in Sutton Coldfield. This follows a major plan to reduce its estate from 250 to 122 shops.
Discount retail giant Home Bargains has announced the exact sites for 18 new stores across the UK, with ambitions to grow its estate to 1,000 shops. Read the full list of locations here.
Marks & Spencer plans to accelerate a major store overhaul, expanding food ranges and space while clothing takes a backseat, following a record Christmas for food sales. Discover the retail giant's new strategy.
Discover the 13 highest-rated fish and chip shops in Birmingham for 2026, based on customer reviews. Is your local favourite on the list?
Marks & Spencer confirms the closure of its Kirkgate store in Wakefield city centre in 2026, part of a national shift in retail strategy. Read the local reaction and what it means for the high street.
A motorist was arrested after performing dangerous stunts at Cannock Chase Leisure Centre. A roadside drug test proved positive for cannabis. Read the full story.
Fashion retailer River Island is shutting 33 high street stores across the UK in January as part of a court-approved restructuring plan. See the full list of closures.
80-year-old twins Jenny and Alison have taught swimming for over 30 years in Hertfordshire. They champion an active lifestyle and prove age is just a number. Read their inspiring story.
A 'closing down' notice has appeared at Plymouth's House of Fraser, suggesting a March 2026 closure. Shoppers are concerned as the building is for sale for £3m. Read the latest.
Marks & Spencer's popular Twill Single Breasted Coat is half price at £35. Shoppers rave about its quality and style, warning others to buy while stocks last.
Staffordshire Police are investigating a sexual assault on a woman in her 20s at The Sir Robert Peel pub in Tamworth. They are appealing for witnesses and information.
UK retail footfall rose 3.9% over Christmas, with Boxing Day up 4.4%—the strongest increase in a decade. Retail parks led with an 8.8% surge. Discover the full analysis of the festive retail boost.
MAFS UK 2025 bride Leisha hints at explosive drama in the upcoming second reunion episode, airing in February. Only one couple remains together.
High-end furniture chain Barker and Stonehouse reports rising turnover and profits, signalling recovery from cost-of-living pressures. Read the full financial update.
High street fashion chain River Island will close 33 UK stores by end of January 2026 as part of a court-approved restructuring plan. See the full list of affected locations.
Plans submitted for a high-quality sports and leisure facility in Walsall, creating three full-time jobs. The proposal includes five padel courts and a café. Read more.
Oliver Bonas reveals a wave of new store openings and relocations across England and Scotland before year-end, with 20 more planned for 2025. Discover the full list of locations.
Pharmacists warn that common foods like grapefruit and leafy greens can weaken drugs or increase side effects. Learn how to make your treatment safer and more effective.