The Philippines has been left reeling from the impact of Typhoon Haiyan, which was the most powerful storm ever to hit landfall. The deadly typhoon was responsible for the deaths of an estimated 4,000 people, with many more left injured. The impact... Read More
It’s hoped a multi-million pound shopping development for Croydon will boost the area’s recovery after the devastating 2011 riots. The £1bn Westfield mall — overwhelmingly approved by council planners and backed by London’s Mayor Boris Johnson... Read More
The official start of the Christmas shopping season is upon us, with the UK following in the footsteps of the USA by celebrating Black Friday tomorrow. Traditionally, Black Friday occurs the day after Thanksgiving and sees US retailers offering their... Read More
John Lewis has, in recent years, become the undisputed champion in the Christmas retailing stakes, with its Christmas television advert and in-store decorations increasing its customer base exponentially at this time of year. Now, it appears that the... Read More
Manchester is quickly becoming one of the prime business locations in the UK, with the arrival of MediaCityUK and the eagerly anticipated Airport City development attracting small and large businesses alike from sectors such as technology, media and finance.... Read More
During the recession, a wealth of brands entering administration provided investment opportunities for existing retail groups willing to take a risk, with several seeing their decisions pay off now as consumer confidence rises. This has been the case for the... Read More
As many as 1,000 new jobs would be created if Amazon is given the go-ahead for a million square foot Merseyside distribution centre. The application, formally lodged by Gallan Stoford on behalf of the internet shopping giant, is for a 22-hectare... Read More
Ballymena has the highest proportion of empty shops in Northern Ireland, according to a new report. The town's vacancy rate has jumped from 17 per cent to 27 per cent over the past 12 months. The figures have been disputed by the head of the local... Read More
Retailers — who claimed that business rates should be reduced in line with falling rental values — have lost a three-year fight to change Scottish valuation law. Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow The national and local businesses, who each lodged... Read More
Once famous for showering the surrounding countryside with its “red rain”, Consett Steel Works dominated the landscape with the glow from its furnaces visible for more than 20 miles. Now a multi-million pound scheme has transformed the site into one of... Read More
