Digest archive
Search every story
2 stories
Business
UK retailers and hospitality operators say budget relief falls short
Original report:
Business owners interviewed by the Guardian in October 2026 welcomed targeted rates relief but said it would not offset mounting employment and operating costs. Retailers also questioned whether measures addressing online competition went far enough.
· via the Guardian GB
Business
Poundland supplier warns of multimillion-pound losses if retailer collapses
Original report: date unavailable
Bradford-based Highcrest Retail Brands says a Poundland collapse would cost it millions in sales, while smaller suppliers could face closure. Owner Gordon Brothers says the retailer faces substantial economic pressures, as ministers seek clarity over its future.
· via BBC News GB