Antiques Bazaar Closes After 50 Years in Crewkerne
The Antiques Bazaar in Crewkerne, Somerset, is closing permanently on March 31 after 50 years of trading, as owner Anthony Bucke retires at age 72.
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Five UK Banks Offer £225+ Switching Bonuses via MSE
Martin Lewis' MoneySavingExpert highlights HSBC, Nationwide, TSB, Santander, and First Direct switching offers providing up to £500 in cash and perks for customers.
Bruntwood Losses Narrow as Rental Growth Hits 35-Year High
North West property giant Bruntwood reports significantly reduced losses of £12.9m, with CEO Chris Oglesby noting unprecedented rental growth across city regions. The group's assets reach £1.9bn as strategic investments continue despite challenging market
iRobot's Roomba Max 705 Combo: A Fine Comeback
iRobot returns with the Roomba Max 705 Combo, a 2-in-1 robot vacuum featuring LiDAR, AI obstacle avoidance, and a self-cleaning mop roller, priced competitively at £549.
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State Pension Rise: £575 Extra for New Pensioners
Parliament has approved a 4.8% state pension increase, giving new pensioners up to £575 more per year from April 6, while the pension age rises to 67.
John Lewis & Benugo Launch 32-Location Partnership
John Lewis announces a major partnership with café operator Benugo to refresh 32 in-store dining spaces across the UK, with completion scheduled for 2027.
Keplin Cordless Vacuum: 30% Off on Amazon
Shoppers are praising the versatile Keplin Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, now reduced to £34.99 on Amazon. The lightweight device offers strong suction across multiple surfaces.
Lloyds and NatWest Closing 72 UK Banks in 2026
Lloyds Bank and NatWest announce the closure of 72 branches across the UK in 2026, citing changing customer habits towards digital banking.
Cardiff Medtech Firm MeOmics Gets £300k Investment Boost
Cardiff-based precision medicine company MeOmics has secured £300,000 in funding from angel investors to advance its stem cell-based drug discovery platform for mental health conditions.
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Bristol Sewing Firm Destroyed by Fire Launches Fundraiser
A Bristol sewing company, RC Bespoke Designs, was completely destroyed in a devastating industrial estate fire last month. Founders Chantal Preston and Ruby Baker have launched a GoFundMe campaign to help rebuild their business and replace lost equipment.
Kate Spade Closes Bullring Store After Six Years
The Kate Spade boutique in Birmingham's Bullring has permanently closed, with hoarding covering its frontage. The closure is part of ongoing retail changes in the centre, including other brands relocating or shutting.
HSBC Deadline: 2 Weeks to Claim £750 Cashback
HSBC warns customers they have until February 23, 2026 to open a Premier account and transfer funds to qualify for cashback offers worth up to £750.
Student's A-Level Idea Becomes £40k Animal Health Start-up
Henrietta Newble, a 19-year-old mechanical engineering student at Newcastle University, has launched AnFiTest, securing £40,000 funding and creating rapid diagnostics for animal nutrition diseases.
Mortgage Choice Grows for First-Time Buyers
New data reveals a significant increase in high loan-to-value mortgage deals, offering more options for first-time buyers and those with limited equity in 2026.
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Double Taxation Due to Confusing HMRC Rule
A taxpayer reveals being double-taxed on savings for years after discovering HMRC automatically splits joint account interest, highlighting widespread confusion.
Next's £4.80 T-Shirts Praised, Shoppers Want More Colours
Next's Set 5 Pack V-Neck Ribbed T-Shirts, costing just £4.80 each, are receiving excellent feedback for perfect fit and quality, with customers calling for expanded colour ranges beyond the current five options.
Nationwide Launches Electronic Mortgage Deed Signatures
Nationwide Building Society becomes the first UK lender to accept Qualified Electronic Signatures for mortgage deeds, aiming to speed up homebuying while facing industry readiness concerns.
Apple and Google Pledge Fair App Treatment in UK Deal
Apple and Google have committed to avoid discriminating against competing third-party apps in a voluntary agreement with the UK's Competition and Markets Authority.
Birmingham Curry Houses Win National Awards
Seven Birmingham curry restaurants have been honoured at The Nation's Curry Awards 2026, with Titash Indian Restaurant named Best in West Midlands and Patiala Indian Restaurant winning Best of Birmingham.
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Ramsdens Boosts Profit Forecast Amid Gold Price Surge
Teesside-based pawnbroking and jewellery chain Ramsdens has revised its pre-tax profit expectations upwards by over £2 million, citing soaring gold prices and strong business performance across its diversified operations.
Birmingham Restaurants Win UK Curry Awards 2026
Birmingham's vibrant curry scene has been celebrated at the UK Curry Awards 2026, with multiple local restaurants and takeaways securing prestigious accolades across various categories.
Crisp Crisis: Billingham Factory Strike Threatens Snack Supplies
Industrial action at KP Snacks' Teesside factory could disrupt production of Hula Hoops, McCoy's, Pom Bears and Discos, raising concerns about supermarket shortages.
Marc Jacobs Perfume 50% Off for Valentine's Day
Fragrance lovers can save big on the Marc Jacobs Daisy Love Eau So Sweet perfume, now half price at £51 on LookFantastic ahead of Valentine's Day, with glowing customer reviews.
Neighbour Neglect Slashes UK Property Values
A new study reveals poorly maintained neighbouring homes can wipe thousands off property values, with 36% of buyers deterred by external neglect.
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Aldi Creates 500 Jobs with Market-Leading Pay Rates
Supermarket giant Aldi announces 500 new job opportunities across the West Midlands, offering apprentices market-leading pay starting from £12.02 per hour and unique benefits including paid breaks.
Ford Fiesta Tops UK Used Car Sales Despite Axe
The Ford Fiesta remains Britain's best-selling used car in 2025, with over 300,000 sales, significantly outpacing rivals like the Vauxhall Corsa and Volkswagen Golf.
Bistro Live Restaurant Chain Closes After Administration Rescue
Bistro Live restaurant chain has permanently closed all three sites in Nottingham, Leicester and Milton Keynes, just months after being saved from administration in 2025.
Coleen Rooney Increases Stake in Applied Nutrition
Liverpool-based wellness firm Applied Nutrition sees Coleen Rooney substantially increase her investment as the company expands its appeal to working mothers and broader demographics.
HMRC £200 Fines for Quarterly Tax Returns
HM Revenue & Customs will impose £200 penalties on taxpayers who miss quarterly filing deadlines under new Making Tax Digital rules starting April 6.
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John Lewis & Benugo Transform UK Store Restaurants
John Lewis announces partnership with award-winning café brand Benugo to revamp 32 in-store restaurants across the UK, promising enhanced food quality and customer service.
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