Four UK Retail Chains Collapse into Administration
Four major UK retail chains have entered administration in recent weeks, including Game, Quiz, LK Bennett, and The Original Factory Shop, resulting in significant job losses and store closures.
Four major UK retail chains have entered administration in recent weeks, including Game, Quiz, LK Bennett, and The Original Factory Shop, resulting in significant job losses and store closures.
Major UK footwear retailer Schuh has confirmed the permanent closure of its branch in Bradford's The Broadway Shopping Centre, citing strategic adaptation to changing consumer habits.
Aldi reveals a £300 million investment to upgrade UK supermarkets, featuring seven key improvements including sustainable features and redesigned layouts across multiple locations.
Chas H Baker, a family-run menswear store trading in Salisbury since 1902, announces permanent closure with half-price 'everything must go' sale after 124 years.
The luxury footwear and handbag retailer Russell & Bromley has closed its Bullring store in Birmingham, with the nearest alternatives now hours away. This marks another closure at the shopping centre in early 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dunelm has expanded its popular Bria Embroidered Scallop bedding set with three new colours, offering soft microfibre fabric at affordable prices starting from just £12.
Sabrina Carpenter's Sweet Tooth Eau de Parfum Gift Set, worth £55, has been reduced to £26.24 at LookFantastic. The set includes multiple fragrance items and has received glowing five-star reviews from shoppers who praise its luxurious appearance and scen
Shrewsbury, a historic West Midlands market town, boasts more independent shops than Birmingham, featuring award-winning high streets, medieval lanes, and a vibrant food festival.
Marks & Spencer's £46 Suedette Harrington Jacket is selling rapidly with shoppers praising its timeless design and quality. Available in two colours with perfect five-star reviews.
McVitie's announces a special partnership with PG Tips tea, promoting biscuit and tea pairings in UK supermarkets from February to mid-April 2026.
The popular Joshua Ceramic Striped Rechargeable Table Lamp from Marks & Spencer has returned to stock in green and navy. Priced at £49.50, it features three brightness settings and cord-free convenience.
Shoppers are racing to buy Dusk's Vienna Quilted Satin Throw, reduced to £20, with many praising its hotel-like aesthetic and luxurious satin finish.
Burger King is closing its only outlet in Great Yarmouth town centre this month, following another recent closure in Birmingham, impacting local access and staff.
Major footwear retailer Schuh has permanently closed its Bradford store in The Broadway Shopping Centre after over a decade of operation, citing strategic restructuring in response to changing consumer habits.
Health and beauty retailer Superdrug reveals plans to open 30 new large-format stores across the UK in 2026, creating approximately 600 new jobs and completing 60 store refits.
Boots has launched a Luxury Bath and Body Pamper Box for 2026, containing 12 products worth £155.30 for just £45. The box features full-sized items ideal for Valentine's Day gifts or self-care.
Homeowners are raving about Dunelm's Briona Frilled Edge bedding set, calling it the softest they own and remarkably easy to iron, available in six colours from £18.
Tesco confirms it will remove the age restriction on Clubcard sign-ups, allowing under-18s to access discounts following complaints about unfair pricing for teenagers.
Homeowners praise the VACTech Pro Cordless Vacuum Cleaner as Amazon discounts it from £129.99 to £69.98. With over 4,000 sales last month, it offers 45-minute runtime and versatile attachments.
Discover thoughtful last-minute Valentine's gift ideas for him, including luxury aftershave, family holiday deals, and at-home teeth whitening kits.
Pandora announces a strategic shift from silver to platinum-plated jewellery to combat rising metal costs, with global rollout planned from 2026.
Tesco announces plans to open over 70 new convenience stores across the UK, including five former Amazon Fresh locations, expanding its retail network significantly by March next year.
Tesco announces major expansion of its Express convenience store network, planning 70 new locations including five former Amazon Fresh sites across London, as the supermarket giant responds to changing shopping habits.
Rechargeable electric hand warmers have fallen to their lowest price since Black Friday at just £9.99, offering portable warmth with digital displays and long battery life.