Major UK supermarket Co-op confirms permanent closure of stores in Blandford, Dorset and Wokingham, citing market changes and cost pressures. The company pledges to relocate staff where possible.
Nearly 90% of Welsh business owners express optimism about growth this year, driven by demand, tech investment, and diversification plans, outpacing UK confidence levels.
Quiz, a major UK fashion retailer with Birmingham branches, has entered administration, resulting in over 100 job losses and clearance sales across its 40 stores. The company is unable to honor gift cards and credit notes.
The Mount by Glynn Purnell in Henley in Arden will shut on March 15 due to rising costs. Voucher holders can redeem them, and staff and suppliers will be taken care of.
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Millions of pension savers face potential wage squeezes and reduced benefits as a major National Insurance change looms, affecting salary sacrifice arrangements from 2029.
Financial experts caution that a widespread misunderstanding about ISA rules is causing many Brits to miss out on maximizing their annual savings allowances, with Lifetime ISAs highlighted as a key option for first-time home buyers.
Ecology Building Society launches its inaugural high street branch in Porth, Wales, creating jobs and offering banking services to a community abandoned by major banks.
Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford launches 'The Great Hoo Zoo Mudventure' during half-term, celebrating muddy habitats with animal talks and family activities.
An 80-year-old woman from the south coast has spoken out after receiving a £50 fine due to a Sainsbury's car park validation system change, highlighting concerns over inadequate signage and communication.
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Leon, the UK natural fast food chain, has entered administration, closing 11 restaurants and cutting 244 jobs. Co-founder cites unsustainable taxes and straying from core values as key factors in the collapse.
New data reveals nearly 37,000 first-time buyers paid stamp duty in 2024/25, with over 13,500 facing bills of £5,000 or more. Experts warn rising house prices will increase tax burdens further.
Lloyds Banking Group plans to shut 95 additional branches, with over 230 closures scheduled for 2026-2027. The shift towards banking hubs continues as communities adapt to digital banking trends.
Over 240 bank branch closures are scheduled across the UK for 2026-2027, with 11 towns identified as the worst hotspots. Lloyds, Santander, and NatWest lead the shutdowns.
Victoria's Secret confirms March 6 opening at Birmingham's Bullring in former Next unit, featuring launch celebrations with free gifts, DJ sets, and surprise performances for shoppers.
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Glynn Purnell's pub, The Mount in Henley-in-Arden, will shut on March 15, 2026, citing unsustainable running costs. Customers must redeem vouchers by then, with staff supported through the closure.
Average asking prices fell slightly to £368,019 in February, following a near £10,000 jump in January, as sellers adopt a cautious approach in a competitive market.
From April 6, self-employed individuals and landlords earning over £50,000 must use authorised software for digital record-keeping and quarterly updates to HMRC, sparking concerns about awareness and disruption.
A Devoko electric standing desk with memory presets and white finish has dropped to just £50.57 on Amazon, offering an affordable home office upgrade with health benefits.
Claire's Accessories in Birmingham's Bullring is shutting down after 23 years, part of wider closures affecting over 2,500 jobs across the UK and Ireland.
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Greene King is considering cutting around 100 jobs in a second restructure in two years, while simultaneously planning to open 30 new franchise pubs across the UK, including expansion into Wales.
Nationwide Building Society has paid £175 switching bonuses to 41,000 customers in the last quarter of 2025, with Birmingham branches seeing significant gains. The Current Account Switch Service reports record activity as consumers seek better banking opt
HMRC warns pension savers that schemes promising tax relief or extra income may be tax avoidance, leading to unauthorised payment charges of up to 55% plus penalties.
Claire's Accessories, an original Bullring shop from 2003, announces closure with a 'closing down' sale, following AllSaints' shutdown, as retail changes sweep Birmingham.
Tungsten West has signed two major supply agreements for its Hemerdon mine near Plymouth, putting it on schedule to start production in 2026 and potentially supply 20% of global tungsten outside China.
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Mortgage expert reveals how oversharing financial details with estate agents can lead to higher purchase prices. Strategic paperwork management could save thousands.
UK savers face falling interest rates across easy access and fixed accounts, even as the number of savings products reaches a record high, according to the latest Moneyfacts report.
With over 2,200 bank branches closed since 2022, pensioners are advised to consider switching banks for better access and financial incentives.
The UK high street food chain Leon has entered administration, resulting in the closure of 22 branches and the loss of hundreds of jobs across the country, including in Birmingham.
UK PlayStation customers who bought digital games or add-ons between 2016 and 2026 could be owed compensation up to £162 due to alleged excessive pricing, with a trial set for March.
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Households in England will be eligible for £40 automatic compensation under three new smart meter rules from next Monday, including delays and unresolved issues.
