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The new Toys “R” Us section inside the WHSmith branch on Queen’s Road, Hastings, will open on July 20. An opening event will be held from 9am to 1pm, with the first 50 children receiving goody bags worth over £20. Brand mascot Geoffrey the Giraffe will cut the ribbon for the official opening. The new shop-in-shop will feature in-store demonstration tables for children to test toys and a life-sized Geoffrey the Giraffe sculpture for photo opportunities. This shop is one of thirty WHSmith locations to include a Toys “R” Us section this year, following a recent opening in Brighton. Ian…

Thursday 11 July 2024 9:17 am Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Share on Email Delays in summer stock deliveries due to Red Sea shipping disruptions have led to a significant drop in sales for Poundland owner Pepco during the latest quarter. The retail group, which also operates the Pepco and Dealz brands across Europe, reported a 4.3% decline in like-for-like sales for the quarter ending June 30. Poundland stores were hit even harder, with a 6.9% drop in like-for-like sales. Pepco attributed the slump to challenges related to the launch of new clothing…

Research conducted by Radical Storage used Google data to identify the best restaurants and eateries at 100 train stations. With an average food price of £21 and a Google rating of 4.2, Glasgow secured the ninth spot. Other cities on the list include London, Berlin, Paris, and Venice. In a related study, Glasgow Central was also ranked 16th among the 20 best train stations in Europe for food. Glasgow Central outperformed stations in Naples, Venice, and London Victoria, offering some of the best food options with excellent value for money for travellers and commuters. What are your thoughts on these…

Among these, one closure is anticipated to cause moderate delays, with drivers facing hold-ups ranging from 10 minutes to half an hour. According to the latest update from National Highways, one of the closures already in place will continue throughout the month. Drivers are advised to plan their routes accordingly to avoid inconvenience. For more detailed information on the specific closures and their expected durations, motorists are encouraged to check the National Highways website or local traffic updates. National Highways is responsible for maintaining motorways and major A-roads, so closures of smaller roads will not be included in their schedule.…

Drivers are facing significant delays on the A27 in Chichester as the Goodwood Festival of Speed kicks off today Source link [Featured] [Just In]

Location : The A19 southbound between the A1027 and the junction with the A139 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 08:00 and 08:15 on 11 July 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. Source link

Officers in Rother responded to reports of a loose black spaniel in Battle Hill, Battle, and successfully rescued the dog, which was found without a collar. They promptly took the dog to a vet where it was scanned for a microchip, revealing the owner’s contact information. The same day, the dog was safely returned to its owner. A spokesperson for Rother Police commented on Wednesday, stating, “We rescued this adorable, fluffy dog after receiving reports of it narrowly avoiding traffic on Battle Hill. After ensuring it had no collar, we took it to the vet to check for a microchip.…

Thursday 11 July 2024 12:01 am Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Share on Email The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced today a comprehensive overhaul of its listing rules aimed at revitalizing London’s public markets and addressing a decline in initial public offerings (IPOs) over the past two years. In a statement, the financial watchdog detailed a “simplified” regulatory framework that combines the London Stock Exchange’s premium and standard segments, streamlining the process for companies to list their shares. Chancellor Rachel Reeves hailed these reforms as a crucial step towards enhancing the UK’s…

Becky Griffin, missing from Newmains, Wishaw, was last seen around 5:25 PM on Saturday, July 6, on Argyle Street. The 31-year-old is described as white, 5ft 6 inches tall, with long blonde hair, and of medium build. She was last seen wearing a grey jumper, grey tracksuit trousers, a cream knee-length body warmer, and cream sandals. A Police Scotland spokesperson said, “If you have any information that can assist in tracing Becky, please contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 2314 of July 8, 2024.” Source link

Location : The A483 southbound between the junctions with the A55 and the A5156 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 02:45 and 03:00 on 11 July 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. Source link