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River Island Closes 27 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
High street fashion giant River Island is permanently shutting at least 27 stores this month as part of a major restructuring plan. The closures, including a Birmingham location, aim to secure the brand's future.
Next in running to take over Russell & Bromley
High street giant Next is reportedly exploring a takeover of the 145-year-old shoe retailer Russell & Bromley. Get the latest details on this potential deal.
Private Equity Firm LDC Exits Bristol's Hybrid to EAB
UK private equity firm LDC has sold its stake in Bristol-based education marketing agency Hybrid to US firm EAB, following a period of major international expansion and revenue growth. Discover the full story.
Shoppers ditch traditional period products for organic options
UK consumers are making a permanent switch to organic tampons and pads from brands like Riley, citing superior comfort and health benefits. Discover the award-winning, plastic-free range.
Walkers Hot Honey Crisps Launching January 12
Walkers is launching a brand-new Hot Honey flavour crisp on Monday, January 12, alongside a major packaging redesign. Find out where to buy them and the new price.
UK households can save £539 by switching 5 items
UK families could save over £500 annually by choosing own-label cheese, bread, toilet paper, baked beans, and cereal. Expert analysis reveals the simple swap for big savings.
Mellors Group Acquires Lightwater Valley Theme Park
Nottingham's Mellors Group buys North Yorkshire's Lightwater Valley for £3m, promising new rides and a family-focused revival in 2026. Discover the plans.
Gary Neville's The Overlap Sold to Media Giant Global
Gary Neville's sports media venture, The Overlap, has been acquired by Global. The deal sees the broadcaster take a controlling stake, with plans to build a leading sports network. Read the full story.
5,000 customers miss out as fashion brand Huh. Ltd fails
Nearly 5,000 customers of collapsed fashion brand Huh. Ltd will not receive orders or refunds. Administrators confirm debts of £575,000. Find out what happened and your rights.
TSB to Vanish from UK High Street in Santander Takeover
Santander's £2.65bn acquisition of TSB could see the familiar bank name disappear, triggering substantial branch closures and job losses. Find out what this means for millions of UK customers.
Nationwide pledges no branch closures until 2030
Nationwide Building Society commits to keeping its entire network of 696 high street branches open until at least 2030, bucking the industry trend of widespread closures.
Premier Forest Products expands with NTS acquisition
Newport's Premier Forest Products acquires National Timber Systems, saving 160 jobs and boosting UK timber engineering capacity. Read the full story on the strategic deal.
Best Supermarket Cola Dupe Saves £91 Annually
A family blind taste test of own-brand colas from Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, and Morrisons reveals the top alternative to Coca-Cola, with major savings on sugar and cost.
LK Bennett on brink of collapse for second time
The upmarket fashion brand LK Bennett, a favourite of the Princess of Wales, has filed to appoint administrators, risking its future and 280 UK jobs. Read the full story.
Emily in Paris Season 5 Fashion Analysis & Impact
Explore the style secrets of Netflix's Emily in Paris Season 5. See how Emily, Mindy, and Camille's iconic looks influence real-world retail and spark fashion debates.
50 Jobs Created as Glow Announces Major North East Expansion
County Durham wellness brand Glow is creating 50 new jobs with five new stores planned for 2026, starting with a Newcastle city centre opening. Discover the multimillion-pound investment plans.
Next's viral £64 faux fur coat praised by shoppers
Next's Neutral Faux Fur Zip Through Jacket, priced at £64, has become a social media sensation. Shoppers love its stylish, expensive look and versatility. Discover why it's the winter must-have.
Russell Brand Charged with Further Rape and Assault
Comedian Russell Brand, 50, faces two new charges of rape and sexual assault relating to alleged 2009 offences. He will appear in court on January 20. Read the latest updates.
UK bins 216 million children's clothes each year
A shocking 216 million pieces of children's clothing are thrown away in the UK annually. Discover the facts and the innovative solutions aiming to tackle fashion waste.
Scion Brand Revived by Toyota After 10-Year Hiatus
Toyota has resurrected its discontinued Scion brand, unveiling a new concept focused on non-traditional mobility. Discover what this means for the future of transport.
North East tech firm hedgehog lab buys Edinburgh's Label Sessions
Newcastle-based digital consultancy hedgehog lab acquires Scottish innovation firm Label Sessions, creating a unique proposition combining AI delivery with a network of 500+ experts. Read the full story.
CMA Investigates ABF's Hovis Takeover
The UK's competition watchdog has launched a formal investigation into Associated British Foods' purchase of Hovis. The outcome could reshape the British bread market. Read the full details.
Matches Fashion set for UK return in 2026
Matches Fashion is set for a comeback in Britain next year under new owners Joe Wilkinson and Mario Maher. Discover their vision for the revived luxury brand.
Wealth manager Perspective acquires Prosser Knowles
Chorley-based Perspective Financial Group expands with its 17th acquisition of 2025, adding £400m in assets and 27 staff from Gloucestershire's Prosser Knowles. Discover the strategic growth.
Stella McCartney reports £33.5m loss as sales plummet
Stella McCartney's fashion brand sees pre-tax losses widen to £33.5m with revenues falling to a 15-year low of £16m. Discover the full financial details and the impact of her buyback from LVMH.
Manchester's IPEC acquired by global giant ABB
Stockport's IPEC, a University of Manchester spinout, is set for global expansion after its acquisition by electrification leader ABB. The deal will boost predictive maintenance tech for critical industries.
My Property Box acquires Clarke Holland estate agency
Growing estate agency group My Property Box expands its North East footprint with its 16th acquisition in seven years, purchasing family-run Clarke Holland in Ashington. Read more on the deal and new CFO appointment.
Next Eyes Takeover of Russell & Bromley Shoe Chain
Fashion giant Next is reportedly in talks over a potential takeover or investment in the 145-year-old shoe retailer Russell & Bromley. Discover the details of the deal.
Wave revenue surges past £550m on public sector success
Durham-based water retailer Wave reports revenue growth to £555m, driven by public sector contracts and the acquisition of tech firm Infersens. Read the full financial results.
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