Farmfoods Closes Birmingham Store Amid Shoplifting Crisis
Farmfoods has permanently closed its Erdington High Street store after 24 years, with former staff blaming rampant shoplifting and difficult working conditions for the closure.
Category : Retail News
Co-op Aldi Price-Match Ruled Misleading by ASA
The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled that Co-op's price-match scheme with Aldi was misleading, as products were not always properly comparable.
Birmingham Bird Shop Scandal Sparks Outrage
Customers allege Aston's Birds4U sells terrified, diseased birds with clipped wings. Owner Atif Masood denies claims, while Facebook group grows with complaints.
Tesco Becomes UK's Cheapest Supermarket, Ousting Asda
Consumer champion Which? reveals Tesco with Clubcard is now the UK's cheapest supermarket, ending Asda's 14-month reign. Price comparison of 228 items shows significant savings.
Tesco Clubcard Alert: Use Vouchers Before February 28
Tesco warns Clubcard holders to redeem vouchers before February 28 deadline or miss out on £11 million in savings. Vouchers offer triple value at partners like PizzaExpress.
Sainsbury's Axes Chop Chop App at 50 UK Stores
Sainsbury's has discontinued its standalone rapid delivery app, Chop Chop, at 50 UK stores, integrating the service into its main app to simplify customer shopping.
M&S Shuts Bath Store After 92 Years, Opens New Flagship
Marks & Spencer closes its Stall Street store in Bath after 92 years, relocating to a new £17 million flagship at SouthGate. The move leaves customers nostalgic.
Chelmsford Jeweller Closes After 50 Years on High Street
Krafft Jewellers in Chelmsford announces closure of its Duke Street store after half a century, citing online shopping and rising costs as key factors.
Aldi Cuts Prices on Hundreds of Products
Aldi has reduced prices across hundreds of everyday items, including fresh food, staples, and household essentials, investing over £22 million to help UK shoppers save.
New Furniture Store Opens in Swindon's Brunel Centre
Home Clearance Outlet has opened a new furniture store in Swindon's Brunel Shopping Centre, occupying the former Poundland site. The 6,000 sq ft store offers affordable sofas, beds, and mattresses, marking the retailer's third branch expansion.
Next's £16 T-Shirt: Shoppers Buy Multiple Colours
Next shoppers are praising the Heavyweight Short Sleeve Crew Neck T-Shirt, calling it a 'wardrobe staple' and buying it in multiple colours. Available in 15 shades and sizes 6-26.
M&S First All-Collection Valentine's Meal Deal
Marks & Spencer introduces a UK-wide Valentine's Dine-In offer exclusively from its luxury M&S Collection range for £25, featuring premium starters, mains, and desserts.
M&S 20% Off Brushed Cotton Bedding Sets
Marks & Spencer has reduced its Pure Brushed Cotton Bedding Set by 20%, with prices starting from £15.60. The set comes in 13 colours and features thermal regulation for year-round comfort.
M&S £30 Knitted Top Praised as 'Dream' Fit
Shoppers are celebrating the Ribbed Collared Knitted Top from Marks & Spencer, lauding its flattering fit and versatile design, available in two classic colours for £30.
Amazon Removes Products Over Safety Risks
Amazon has removed four products from its marketplace due to serious health risks including electric shock and choking hazards, following Trading Standards intervention.
Birmingham Sweet Shop's Golden Ticket Giveaway
Ambala sweet shop launches nationwide competition with prizes including return flights to South Asia, free sweets for life, and year-long discounts across its 27 UK stores.
Supermarkets Discuss £2 Weekly Food Support for Shoppers
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda and Aldi are exploring plans to offer £2 weekly top-ups to help customers with grocery costs through the Healthy Start scheme.
Family-Run Stationery Shop in Burgess Hill to Close After 40 Years
Clarkes of Sussex announces the closure of its Burgess Hill store in April, ending over four decades of service. Shoppers express sadness as the family-run business shuts its doors.
UK Music Shop Collapses Into Administration
Shackleford Pianos in Macclesfield has appointed administrators after nearly two decades of trading, with its website now offline and future uncertain.
Aldi Cuts Prices on Hundreds of Items
Aldi has announced significant price reductions across hundreds of products, investing over £22 million to help UK shoppers save money on their weekly grocery bills.
Grocery Inflation Falls to 4%, Lowest Since April 2025
UK grocery price inflation eased to 4% in January 2026, the lowest rate since last April. Own-brand products now account for over half of all purchases as shoppers seek value.
UK Shoppers Flock to Fruit and Yoghurt as Inflation Eases
UK households are stocking up on fresh fruit and yoghurt after grocery price inflation fell to its lowest level since April, with fresh fruit sales up 6% and yoghurt rising by 4%.
Charlotte Tilbury's £215 Box Now £68 in Valentine's Day Deal
Charlotte Tilbury's £215 L.O.V.E mystery beauty box has been reduced to £95, but savvy shoppers can get it for just £68.13 using TopCashback's limited-time offer.
Amazon's £17.99 Bedding Hailed as Most Comfortable
Amazon shoppers praise the Prime Linens duvet cover set for delivering a luxurious hotel-style sleep experience at an affordable price point, with prices starting from just £17.99.
Greggs launches first-ever matcha drinks from Thursday
Greggs introduces its first-ever matcha beverage range nationwide this week, offering three iced matcha lattes starting at £3, alongside a unique Pilates studio experience in London.
GAME Chain Collapses: All UK Stores to Shut Down
The iconic 1990s high street chain GAME has filed for administration, leading to the closure of all its remaining standalone UK stores. This marks the second administration for the retailer since 2012.
McDonald's Launches Dobble Happy Meal and Friends Meal
McDonald's introduces a Dobble card game Happy Meal collaboration for children and a Friends TV show-inspired meal for adults, alongside new wraps, dippers, and desserts.
Debenhams Cuts 70% Off Scherzinger Bedding to £27.50
Debenhams has dramatically reduced prices on the Dalisay Cotton Sateen Duvet Set from Nicole Scherzinger's Nalu collection, now starting at just £27.50 with high customer praise.
M&S £33 Faux Leather Bag Predicted to Sell Out Fast
Marks & Spencer's new Faux Leather Buckle Shoulder Bag, priced at just £33, is generating buzz as a stylish everyday accessory available in three chic colours.
Tesco's Secret Shelf Code 'RF' Mystery Solved
The mysterious 'RF' code spotted on Tesco shelves nationwide has been revealed to mean 'Restricted Fill', part of a stock control policy to combat shoplifting.
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