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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I took free-kicks better than Lionel Messi at Barcelona but now I work in a shop'

Former Barcelona defender Jeremy Mathieu reflects on his career and current job after once claiming he was a better free-kick taker than Lionel Messi.

Feb 28 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Home Bargains to close 560 stores across England and Wales in April for 24 hours

Home Bargains will temporarily close 560 of its stores in England and Wales for 24 hours on Easter Sunday, while all branches in Scotland will remain open.

Feb 28 • 19:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major high street fashion store makes drastic move as it plunges into administration

The iconic British fashion retailer Quiz has gone into administration, leading to significant job losses and drastic sales strategies to clear existing stock.

Feb 28 • 12:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

High street chain WON’T honour gift cards after collapsing into administration

Russell & Bromley, a luxury shoe chain, has ceased to honor gift cards and loyalty points following its administration and acquisition by Next, which saved only a few stores from closure.

Feb 28 • 08:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Eerie abandoned shopping centre left to rot for 20 years leaves urban explorer stunned

A Scottish shopping center has remained abandoned for 20 years, leaving an urban explorer in awe of its dilapidated state.

Feb 28 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I worked at Topshop and one major thing is missing from new John Lewis stores

The return of Topshop to John Lewis stores has sparked nostalgia among shoppers, but some feel a key element of the brand's character is absent.

Feb 28 • 04:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Hiding in plain sight: everyone from Meghan to the Beckhams wants a funnel neck

The popularity of funnel-neck jackets has surged, with sales increasing by 1,000% year-on-year at John Lewis, highlighting their appeal among shoppers.

Feb 27 • 15:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Matalan store closures announced as more shops shut with 50% off sale

Matalan announces the closure of two stores in Colne and Carlisle, effective March 7, along with a massive 50% sale on all products.

Feb 27 • 11:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

B&M opening four new stores over next month - see list of locations

B&M is set to open four new stores across the UK in the coming month as part of its turnaround strategy.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Stacey Solomon’s under-£30 leopard print jumper is finally back in stock after selling out in minutes

Stacey Solomon's popular leopard print jumper is back in stock on Amazon after an initial sell-out within minutes of its release.

Feb 26 • 11:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Aldi to raise wages for second time this year in a major boost for workers

Aldi will implement a new wage increase for store assistants, raising the hourly pay to £13.50 nationally and £14.88 for those within the M25 starting April 1, 2026.

Feb 26 • 10:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Kate Middleton is one of my customers – one gesture she makes speaks volumes'

Donna Ida, founder of a denim brand, highlights Kate Middleton's approach to retail as she appreciates Royal Family's practice of paying for their purchases.

Feb 26 • 10:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Flattering' £14 M&S spring T-shirt shoppers are buying in several colours

Marks and Spencer's Cotton Rich Premium T-Shirt is receiving attention for its quality and affordability, with a promotion allowing it to be purchased for £14.

Feb 26 • 10:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

IKEA promises 'UK first' with new store opening this spring

IKEA Croydon will feature the first Decathlon shop located within an IKEA store in the UK, set to open this spring.

Feb 26 • 09:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Heartbreak as 'devoted' gran, 81, killed after being hit at Silverlink Retail park

An 81-year-old grandmother was tragically killed after being struck by a vehicle at Silverlink Retail Park in North Shields, prompting tributes from her family.

Feb 25 • 18:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Sainsbury's installs new security feature but shopper says there's 1 major issue

Sainsbury's has implemented anti-theft sliders in stores across the UK to combat theft, but some customers are unhappy with their impact on product accessibility.

Feb 25 • 15:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Gardens come to life' with 'instant charm' £4 Home Bargains 'floating' item

Home Bargains is offering a £3.99 Wild Garden Hot Air Balloon Bird House, designed to enhance garden aesthetics and provide homes for small birds.

Feb 25 • 14:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Claire's worker shows what it's like to work in closing store including discounts

A Claire's employee documented the realities of working at a store facing closure due to the retailer's administration and impending layoffs.

Feb 25 • 12:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

D&G £68 perfume that makes shoppers ‘feel special’ slashed to £34 for Mother's Day gifting

Dolce & Gabbana’s perfume, originally priced at £68, is now available for £34 at Boots, just in time for Mother's Day.

Feb 25 • 12:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

M&S closing cafes across UK - full list of 14 locations confirmed so far

M&S is set to close 14 cafes across the UK, affecting shoppers and altering in-store experiences.

Feb 24 • 16:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major retail brand files for bankruptcy as customers have less than a month to use gift cards

Eddie Bauer has filed for bankruptcy, with customers advised to use gift cards and loyalty points before they expire in under a month.

Feb 24 • 15:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Marks and Spencer make major store closure announcement — 92 jobs affected

Marks and Spencer plans to close a city center store in Swansea, affecting 92 jobs due to ongoing under-performance.

Feb 24 • 12:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Shops forced to lock chocolate in plastic boxes to stop surge of thefts

Retailers in the UK are locking chocolate in plastic boxes in response to a rise in thefts linked to organized crime.

Feb 24 • 10:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Criminals ‘systematically’ targeting UK shops, costing £400m last year, say retailers

The British Retail Consortium reports significant increases in shoplifting incidents in the UK, contributing to £400m in losses last year, alongside a worrying rise in violence against retail workers.

Feb 24 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Shop workers still enduring appalling levels of abuse on a daily basis

Shop workers in the UK are facing alarming levels of violence and abuse, despite a slight decrease in incidents compared to previous years.

Feb 24 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Abandoned shopping centre to be demolished after all 30 shops SHUT DOWN in 1 hour

Demolition has begun at the Priory Square shopping centre in Birmingham after all businesses were abruptly ordered to cease trading due to safety concerns.

Feb 22 • 17:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I scored £22 item from charity shop but actual price tag left me speechless'

A man bought an espresso machine at a charity shop for £22 and later discovered its online retail price was £350.

Feb 22 • 10:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major UK high street chain launches 70% closing down sale as store shuts

Smiggle, a popular UK high street retailer, is closing its Redditch store and holding a closing down sale with discounts of up to 70%.

Feb 21 • 14:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Hundreds of customers are waiting for products ordered from a clothing company – This is how the CEO responds

Last Butterfly, a youth-favored clothing company, has left hundreds of customers waiting for their orders, which the CEO claims are currently stuck in UK customs.

Feb 21 • 13:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

All the major UK store closures announced in February 2026 — Poundland, House of Fraser and more

In February 2026, several major UK retailers, including Poundland and House of Fraser, have announced store closures due to rising costs and decreasing consumer spending.

Feb 21 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major UK high street retailer to enter administration – all shops closing down

High street retailer GAME is set to enter administration, leading to the closure of all its stores due to financial difficulties.

Feb 21 • 08:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Shoplifting at all time high as gangs drive hundreds of miles to ransack shelves

Shoplifting incidents in the UK have reached an all-time high, with organized gangs traveling significant distances to target retail establishments.

Feb 21 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Home Bargains 'Riviera' garden furniture set 'so similar' to £90 B&Q version

Home Bargains has introduced a budget-friendly garden furniture set that closely resembles a more expensive option available at B&Q.

Feb 21 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Brighter UK economy gives Reeves a springboard for March statement

The UK's economy shows signs of robust recovery, bolstered by record public finances, increased retail spending, and growing business activity, boosting optimism ahead of Chancellor Rachel Reeves's spring statement.

Feb 20 • 17:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

M&S 'luxurious' bedding is selling quickly thanks to its 'pretty' spring pattern

Marks & Spencer's luxurious bedding set is flying off the shelves due to its appealing spring design and significant discount.

Feb 20 • 10:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Art and antiques help lift retail sales in Great Britain to biggest monthly rise since 2024

Retail sales in Great Britain saw a significant rise of 1.8% in January, driven by sales of art, antiques, and online jewelry, marking the highest increase since May 2024.

Feb 20 • 09:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Record-breaking budget surplus as government's tax income rises

The UK government has reported a record budget surplus for January 2026, with a surplus of £30.4 billion attributed to increased tax revenue and lower interest rates.

Feb 20 • 06:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

New midwives 'having to work in retail and hospitality'

Newly qualified midwives in the UK are struggling to find employment despite existing staff shortages in maternity care, leading many to seek work in unrelated fields such as retail and hospitality.

Feb 20 • 01:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major UK supermarket chain closing three stores next week

Southern Co-op is set to close three stores in South Bristol, Petersfield, and Blandford by February 24 due to market changes and rising operating costs.

Feb 19 • 15:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major supermarket chain launches new 'flexi checkouts' in UK first

Co-op is set to introduce 'flexi checkouts' in 150 stores across the UK, allowing customers to switch between self-service and cashier-operated payment options.

Feb 19 • 14:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I was bereft when high street store closed in 2021 but it's back with a bang'

A beloved high street store that closed in 2021 has reopened in the UK, bringing joy to loyal customers.

Feb 19 • 13:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Best cordless table lamps from M&S to Dusk that 'bring cosy warmth' and 'look great'

This article reviews the best cordless table lamps available in the UK, emphasizing their aesthetic and practical benefits for homes.

Feb 19 • 09:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Retailers in the UK plan to cut staff hours and jobs amid rising employment costs

UK retailers are set to reduce staff hours and jobs due to increased employment costs and a negative economic outlook.

Feb 19 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

High street shops gearing up for large scale job losses amid collapse of big names

High street retailers in the UK are preparing for significant job losses, with over 40% planning to cut staff due to rising employment costs and a challenging economic environment.

Feb 19 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Retail warns of job losses due to government's policies

The British Retail Consortium warns that changes in government policy could lead to significant job losses in the retail sector, with many companies planning to reduce staff hours.

Feb 18 • 16:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

M&S Mother's Day gift set shoppers love now less than £5 with cashback deal

Shoppers are excited about the Marks and Spencer Sleep Collection Gift Set available for less than £5 thanks to a cashback deal.

Feb 18 • 12:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Save 50% on M&S’ ‘thick and fluffy’ towel set that comes in four colours

Marks & Spencer is offering a 50% discount on its 'thick and fluffy' towel set, reducing the price from £63 to £31.50.

Feb 18 • 10:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Primark's £14 sandals 'perfect for spring' rival £59 high-end label

Primark has launched affordable £14 sandals that offer a stylish alternative to similar £59 ones from the high-end brand Charles and Keith.

Feb 18 • 10:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Elemis, Clinique and The White Company products cut to £6 each in Mother's Day deal

A Mother's Day deal offers luxury beauty products from Elemis, Clinique, and The White Company for £6 each when customers spend £50.

Feb 18 • 09:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Shein under investigation over alleged illegal products and addictive design

Shein is being investigated by EU regulators for not sufficiently preventing the sale of illegal products and for its potentially addictive online shopping design.

Feb 17 • 12:59 UTC

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