Central Consumer

Boots has confirmed that a store closure programme will affect around 200 locations, primarily local pharmacies.

The new rule follows evidence showing that harmful gender stereotypes in adverts can contribute to inequality in society.

Business Minister Kelly Tolhurst said consumer safety was a “Government priority”.

Barry Brown, 80, fears his home could collapse after a sinkhole appeared in his driveway in Kirkby-in-Ashfield in North Nottinghamshire

Pharmacy giant Boots is considering closing around 200 stores in an attempt to revive the company's fortunes.

Debehams at Birmingham Fort and Wolverhampton will be closed down.

The owner of Boots has warned UK stores face closures as the group looks to slash costs amid the “most difficult” quarter in its history.

The retail sector is coming under intense pressure as consumer confidence takes a knock from Brexit worries and costs rocket.

Which? testing found levels of boron in five slimes, and a putty exceeded EU safety limits.

The mobile network said it had set up an urgent investigation after customers reported being able to get online.