Mothercare will mark a rare achievement in the UK retail sector this week as it passes its 50th anniversary.

Mothercare delivered more downbeat UK trading figures today as the chain begins the task of slashing the size of its high street estate.

Mothercare delivered more downbeat UK trading figures today as the chain begins the task of slashing the size of its high street estate.

Mothercare today dealt a fresh blow to the UK high street as it unveiled plans to close 110 outlets and focus on out-of-town superstores.