Shopping News & Updates
- 25th August 2026
An independent retailers association has warned that electrical shops are becoming a dumping ground for old fridges and other white goods, as a nationwide recycling capacity crisis leaves retailers unable to get collections arranged.
Birmingham Jewellery Biennial has launched an open call for its flagship exhibition, giving jewellery practitioners across the UK the chance to exhibit at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery and win thousands of pounds in prize money.
A trade body representing independent retailers is urging the Prime Minister to deliver full business rates reform for the whole high street - not just a 20 per cent discount for pubs, clubs and live music venues.
A trade body representing independent retailers is urging the Prime Minister to deliver full business rates reform for the whole high street - not just a 20 per cent discount for pubs, clubs and live music venues.
The British Independent Retailers Association have welcomed government plans to expand access to finance for small businesses.
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) have welcomed government moves to accelerate reforms to low-value import rules.
- 7th July 2026
Disney fans across Birmingham and the Midlands are set to get a new shopping destination this summer – with the opening of a new Disney Store inside Selfridges Birmingham.
- 2nd July 2026
Thousands of people today (Thursday) flocked to see the new Bilston outdoor market on its opening day.
- 24th June 2026
Central Community Shop has extended its opening hours to give people more chance to shop at Central.
Over three quarters (78 per cent) of UK business leaders believe sustainability is driven more by brand image than genuine action, according to new research released.