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Supermarket Mince Pie Price War Begins for Christmas 2025

As Christmas 2025 approaches, major UK supermarkets are already competing fiercely on mince pie prices, with some offering boxes for under £1. Discover which retailers are leading the value battle and how prices compare across chains.

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.

New Manchester Metrolink Stop Set to Transform Trafford Wharf

A major transport upgrade is coming to Greater Manchester as plans for a new Metrolink stop at Trafford Wharf receive the green light, promising to unlock economic growth and improve connectivity for businesses and residents alike.

Aldi Dethroned as UK's Cheapest Supermarket

In a dramatic turn of events, Aldi has lost its crown as Britain's most affordable supermarket after 15 months of dominance. The latest price comparison reveals a new budget champion that's shaking up the grocery landscape.

Morrisons £15 Minimum Spend Backlash

Supermarket giant Morrisons faces customer criticism after implementing new £15 minimum spend for home deliveries and click & collect services across the UK.

Hays Travel makes fourth acquisition in two years

Sunderland-based travel giant Hays Travel continues its ambitious expansion strategy with the acquisition of Travel Solutions, adding another key player to its growing portfolio of businesses.

Premier Inn Solihull Expansion Creates 30 Jobs

Whitbread announces significant expansion of Premier Inn in Solihull with new 81-bedroom hotel extension, bringing investment and employment opportunities to the West Midlands region.

Aldi, Lidl, Waitrose Issue Urgent Product Recalls

Major UK retailers Aldi, Lidl and Waitrose have pulled popular products from shelves due to safety concerns. Discover which items are involved and what to do if you've purchased them.

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.

Morrisons 2025 Christmas Advert: First Look

Get an exclusive sneak peek at Morrisons' highly anticipated 2025 Christmas television advertisement, featuring emotional storytelling and the supermarket's commitment to supporting British farming communities during the festive season.

Bristol Airport Expansion: 20M Passenger Plan Revealed

Bristol Airport reveals ambitious expansion proposal to increase capacity to 20 million annual passengers with new terminal facilities and enhanced transport links, promising economic growth and job creation.

TDS expands to Scotland with 50 new tech jobs

Leading technology consultancy TDS is expanding its Scottish operations with a new Glasgow hub, creating 50 high-skilled jobs and boosting Scotland's digital economy.

Morrisons removes use by dates from milk

Supermarket giant Morrisons is removing 'use by' dates from milk packaging in a bold environmental initiative that could prevent millions of pints from being wasted unnecessarily each year.

OAP banned from Aldi after security confrontation

A 75-year-old grandfather has been barred from his local Aldi after confronting security staff about their ID checks, igniting discussions about retail security protocols and customer rights across Britain.

Aldi's 23 Priority Towns for New Supermarket Expansion

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.

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