Morrisons Alert to Middle East Conflict Impact on Customers
Supermarket chain Morrisons reports sales growth but remains vigilant about how the Iran war might affect consumer confidence and supply chains, while committing to price investments.
Supermarket chain Morrisons reports sales growth but remains vigilant about how the Iran war might affect consumer confidence and supply chains, while committing to price investments.
Co-operative boss Shirine Khoury-Haq resigns following a £125 million loss from a cyber-security attack and allegations of a toxic workplace culture at the supermarket chain.
Instant Coffee Supplies Ltd has collapsed into liquidation with over £1 million in assets, issuing a winding-up notice and appointing Cullen & Co UK as liquidator, sparking concerns among customers about potential coffee shortages.
The Essex Car Group, a used car dealer based in Dunmow, has collapsed into liquidation with insolvency practitioners appointed to manage its affairs.
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RecommendedA significant UK wholesaler supplying major supermarkets like Morrisons, Waitrose, and Co-op has entered liquidation, resulting in 71 redundancies and impacting small food producers.
Manchester-based Principal Insurance has acquired Bristol's Europa Group, including its MotorCycle Direct and Ridersure brands, aiming to become a top-five motorcycle insurance intermediary in the UK.
Port Talbot-based manufacturer Rototherm has acquired Yorkshire's Mainstream Measurements, a specialist in ultrasonic sensor solutions for water flow measurement, to enhance its technical expertise and product portfolio.
PR Newswire has partnered with SWNS Media Group to add 65 exclusive UK news websites to its distribution network, offering enhanced press release reach for brands targeting the British market.
Merseyside sports nutrition firm Applied Nutrition reports a 77.1% profit surge to £20.9m and 56.5% sales growth to £74.5m in six months, maintaining full-year revenue targets despite Middle East disruptions.
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RecommendedLeicestershire-based JM Wholesale, a major UK vape supplier, has filed a notice of administration with Quantuma expected to be appointed as administrator, affecting 47 staff members.
Ian Leigh, managing director of Chaophraya Thai Restaurant in Birmingham, has issued a direct plea to Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Prime Minister Keir Starmer, calling for a reduction in VAT to save the struggling hospitality sector.
Utility Meters Warehouse Ltd, a specialist gas technology provider based in Salford, has collapsed into administration. The company, which launched in 2013, employed 29 staff and supplied advanced equipment to reduce natural gas consumption.
The BeerX event in Liverpool showcased the resilience of Britain's independent brewing sector, with awards and innovation highlighting growth despite hospitality industry struggles.
Newcastle-based LSL Property Services has announced a 6% revenue increase to £182.9m and a 3% operating profit rise to £22.6m for 2025, with strong performance across its divisions.
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RecommendedTK Maxx has urgently recalled specific XO Poppy power bank models due to a fire risk from poor internal wiring. Customers are advised to stop use immediately and return for a refund.
National Car Parks (NCP), the UK's biggest car park operator with 300 sites nationwide, has filed a notice to appoint administrators, putting approximately 700 jobs in jeopardy.
Rodmatic Ltd, a Reading-based engineering firm specializing in fasteners and screw machine products, has entered liquidation after over five decades of operation. Joint administrators have been appointed to wind up the company.
Major UK homeware brand Denby has filed for administration after more than two centuries, citing rising energy costs and challenging economic conditions as key factors.
Newcastle-based radiator manufacturer Stelrad Group reveals operating profit fell 44% to £17.5m in 2025, despite adjusted profit growth and strategic restructuring across European facilities.
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RecommendedCytec Solutions Limited, a software provider specializing in corporate governance, has acquired Howells Associates, enhancing capabilities in employee share plan administration and insider list management.
London-listed recruitment firm Robert Walters posts £14.9m operating loss, scraps dividend, and cuts 15% of workforce as revenue falls 12% to £781.1m amid cautious client sentiment.
Domino's Pizza Group reports a significant 15% decline in underlying profit before tax, falling from £107m to £91m, while total orders decreased by 0.9% in the year to December 2025.
Cardiff-based energy consultancy Amber Energy Solutions has entered administration, resulting in 138 redundancies. The firm faced cash flow issues despite strong 2024 revenues.
County Durham offshore engineering firm Tekmar reveals a slight revenue decline but highlights a record order book and strong progress under its Project Aurora growth strategy.
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RecommendedMarks & Spencer announces a significant pay increase for UK store staff, with hourly rates rising to at least £13.41, alongside enhanced benefits including a 20% discount.
Innis & Gunn brewery will close all its locations, including three taprooms and its Perth facility, resulting in 100 job losses, despite a multi-million pound rescue deal by C&C Group.
Pagazzi Lighting, a family furniture chain with 45 years of history, has entered administration, closing 11 stores and making 70 staff redundant due to rising costs and declining high street spending.
Employment law specialist Lousha Reynolds has acquired Refreshing Law, marking a new chapter for the Vale of Glamorgan-based firm as founder Anna Denton-Jones steps aside after more than a decade.
Two major UK firms, BrewDog and Pagazzi Lighting, have entered administration this week, resulting in over 550 job losses as bars and stores close across the country.
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RecommendedThe Cloud Nine XDM 3600 Travel Dryer has been recalled due to a fire hazard from overheating. Customers are advised to stop using it immediately and return it for a voucher.