Lidl creates 640 jobs with 19 new UK stores
Discount supermarket Lidl announces a major UK expansion, opening 19 new stores in eight weeks and creating up to 640 jobs. Three new London locations included.
Discount supermarket Lidl announces a major UK expansion, opening 19 new stores in eight weeks and creating up to 640 jobs. Three new London locations included.
Blackrock, the world's largest asset manager, is cutting another 250 jobs in London. This follows a previous round of layoffs as the firm restructures its workforce. Read the full story on the latest City job cuts.
Shoppers across the UK report being overcharged at Asda checkouts due to a pricing system error. We investigate the issue and explain your rights. Check your receipts!
HeroGo, a new grocery service in London, delivers rescued food straight to your door, cutting shopping bills by up to 25% and donating two meals per box. Get 50% off your first order.
A Which? blind taste test crowns Aldi and Lidl's own-brand baked beans the UK's best, beating Heinz on flavour and price. Find out which brands to buy and save over £100 a year.
UK labour market ends 2025 with a sharp rise in jobseekers and falling permanent placements, marking a 39-month decline. Analysis shows weakened demand and rising candidate numbers.
Morgan Stanley has elevated 184 employees to managing director, with London and the UK securing a significant portion of the prestigious promotions. Discover the key names and divisions.
Morrisons announces closure of 100-year-old Rathbones Bakery in Wakefield, risking 115 jobs. The site had narrowly avoided closure in 2024. Read the full story.
Discover which supermarket marmalades achieved preserve perfection in our expert taste test. Find the best overall, the top bargain, and which nostalgic brand fell short.
A flock of 50 sheep broke away and invaded a Penny supermarket in Bavaria, causing chaos in the drinks aisle. The amusing incident ended after 20 minutes with no charges to the shepherd.
Aldi's popular Baby Event is back, offering parents huge savings on essentials from 82p. Discover the must-have items and why shoppers call it a 'lifesaver'.
Tesco's Christmas sales surge pushes UK market share near 29%, hitting a decade peak. Despite profit upgrade, shares fell 5% on Booker weakness. Read the full analysis.
UK festive grocery sales rose 3.8% to a record £13.8bn as shoppers balanced spending with savvy budget choices. Discover the trends that defined Christmas 2025.
Meet Terry and Sarah Day, the father-daughter team with 64 years of service at UK Power Networks, sharing their story of loyalty, pride, and keeping London powered.
Aldi and Lidl report record-breaking Christmas sales as UK shoppers prioritise value. Aldi sales hit £1.65bn, while Lidl saw a 10% surge. Discover the festive shopping trends.
We taste-tested the UK's top supermarket kombuchas to find the best alcohol-free alternative. Discover the sparkling successes and the flat failures in our expert review.
Lotus Biscoff launches new ice cream sandwiches in UK supermarkets. The treat features Biscoff-flavoured ice cream between two biscuits and is already getting rave reviews.
King's College London's vice-chancellor warns a degree is now just a 'visa' to enter the professional world, amid a graduate surfeit and economic stagnation. Read the analysis.
Waitrose urgently recalls two bottled water products due to potential glass contamination. Customers warned not to drink and to return for a full refund. Separate salmonella alert for pistachio nougat.
HSBC names new global private banking head while hedge fund giant Jain Global bolsters its London team with senior hires. Get the latest on City moves.
Plan your New Year's shopping with our guide to UK supermarket opening times for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2026, including Tesco, Asda, and more.
US supermarket prices continue to rise, contradicting Trump's claims. Economists explain why the feared economic damage hasn't materialised yet, but warn of delayed impacts in 2026. Read the full analysis.
After tasting 291 Australian supermarket products, a reviewer finds no link between cost and deliciousness. Discover the surprising truths about packaging and cooking instructions.
Walkers has quietly launched two new flavours in its Baked range: Slow Roasted Beef and Sun Dried Tomato & Basil. Find out where to buy them and what shoppers really think.
We taste-tested 10 supermarket charcuterie selections to find the best cured meats for your festive platter. Discover the top picks for prosciutto, coppa, and chorizo.
Find out which UK supermarkets are open on Boxing Day 2025 and their revised trading hours. Plan your festive shopping with our essential guide to store closures and openings.
Find out which UK supermarkets are open on Boxing Day 2025 and their revised trading hours. Plan your festive shopping with our complete guide to store closures and opening times.
Tashkent Supermarket's new West Village location is introducing New Yorkers to Central Asian staples like manty dumplings and plov, becoming a must-visit spot for food lovers and the diaspora alike. Discover the taste of the Silk Road.
Plan your festive shop with our guide to Christmas and New Year opening times for Aldi, Asda, Tesco, Lidl, and Morrisons across the UK. Check your local branch now.
A new survey reveals deep anxiety among buyside traders, with 40% fearing redundancy and 70% reporting mental health struggles. Explore the pressures reshaping the City.