Patisserie Valerie slides into administration
The cakes and pastries chain, which has been in crisis since October, has called in administrators from KPMG after failing to renew its banking facilities.
M&S to close at Barons Quay and Barrow
Marks & Spencer’s stores at Northwich's Barons Quay and in Barrow are among the 17 outlets due to be axed under the retailer’s latest store closure plans.
Lidl to open in Ormskirk as mixed-use plans approved
Developer Citypark’s plans for a mixed-use development featuring 51 affordable homes, a Lidl store, and six commercial units on the former Atkinson & Kirby site in Ormskirk have been given the go-ahead by West Lancashire Council.
Crewe retail approved in face of officer recommendation
Proposals for a retail scheme featuring Lidl and B&M have been narrowly approved by Cheshire East’s southern planning committee, going against the recommendation of the council's planning officers.
Banking group taps into co-working trend with new branch
Clydesdale and Yorkshire Bank's digital banking service, branded as B, will next week open B Works in Manchester’s Market Street as it seeks to modernise the way customers use bank branches.
Aldi expands in Carlisle
Aldi is planning to add more than 3,000 sq ft to its existing store in Carlisle, including additional retail space and car parking, despite objections from some neighbouring properties.
Manchester Gin set to open city centre distillery
Manchester Gin has moved forward with plans for a 5,300 sq ft space in six of the grade two-listed railway arches underneath the Manchester Central convention complex later this year.
Crewe retail scheme faces second refusal
Clowes Developments has said it is "surprised and disappointed" after Cheshire East planners recommended its retail project in Crewe for refusal for a second time, citing a lack of engagement from the council.
NW in 2019 | Break the mould
We all expect so much more now, not only from a retail or food and drink perspective, but also from a sustainability point of view. Consumers don’t just aspire to great things, they expect them, writes Andrea George of Bruntwood.
Uniqlo finally confirms at Manchester Arndale
More than a year after the brand was rumoured to be taking the former BHS unit on Market Street, Uniqlo has confirmed it has taken a 15-year lease on the space.
