The historic Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley, Birmingham, has been transformed into Empress, a new Nigerian fine dining restaurant. Opening November 22, it aims to bring authentic flavours and a vibrant new chapter to the community.
Dave's Hot Chicken confirms its second Birmingham location opens November 28 at Resorts World. Discover menu details, opening hours and what makes this cult brand special.
Joey's Smokehouse, a new independent BBQ restaurant, has opened behind Birmingham Moor Street. Get free chicken wings for the first 200 customers or 50% off smoked meats this weekend.
Hundreds of hungry locals queued in freezing temperatures as H.M Shawarma gave away free food to celebrate its Kings Heath opening. Discover the menu and community reaction.
Claire's Accessories is closing four more British stores in Halifax, Salisbury, Sheffield, and Winchester this week following its collapse into administration, with massive clearance sales underway.
The Old Dresser Cafe in Smethwick will close permanently following the tragic death of co-owner Richard Strugala from cancer aged 52. Read the emotional story behind this community loss.
The Old Dresser Cafe in Bearwood is closing permanently following the death of co-owner Richard Strugala from cancer. The popular spot served British and Polish cuisine.
Cove UK's parent company enters administration, impacting 11 British holiday parks. Administrators are seeking buyers. Guests with bookings advised to contact site managers.
Nando's confirms 14 new UK locations after revenue hit £1.48bn. Get the full list of new restaurants opening near you and the business story behind the expansion.
Nando's is accelerating its UK expansion with 14 new restaurants after reporting a surge in profits. Discover the full list of new locations and the chain's growth strategy.
Nando's reveals plans for 14 new UK restaurants by February 2026 following strong sales growth. Discover the full list of locations and the company's financial outlook.
Claire's accessories store vanishes from Richmond high street as part of major closures following US bankruptcy and UK administration. Find your nearest store.
Discover The Bilash, Wolverhampton's family-run Indian restaurant collecting major accolades from Michelin and AA guides. Experience five-star dining that's putting the West Midlands on the foodie map.
Cramlington-based modular construction firm Merit enters administration, resulting in over 300 redundancies and halting work on major projects like Berwick Infirmary. Administrators seek solutions.
West Midlands Police and environmental health object to Liam's Lounge in Oldbury extending hours to 2.30am, citing noise concerns for residents. Read the full story.
A man has died at a McDonald's restaurant on Eccleshall Road in Stafford. Police are investigating but confirm the death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the latest.
Dave's Hot Chicken is launching its second Birmingham location at Resorts World on November 28, following massive queues at its first New Street shop. Discover the new spicy chicken destination.
The popular Middletons Steakhouse & Grill chain has been rescued from administration, securing the future of its seven UK restaurants and preserving jobs for staff.
Middletons Steakhouse & Grill rescued from administration by its shareholders, safeguarding all 159 jobs across its seven restaurants in England. Read the full story.
Wingstop launches its first Sheffield restaurant in Meadowhall's Oasis Dining Quarter, offering bold flavours to thousands of Yorkshire customers. Discover the new menu today!
The 'fine fast food' chain Yolk has entered administration, closing three London sites and accumulating debts of nearly £1.7 million. Discover the full story behind the collapse.
McDonald's in King's Norton reopens with a 'Convenience of the Future' redesign, featuring new tech and layout for a better customer experience. Discover the changes!
Birmingham's highest restaurant, Orelle, has relaunched as 24 Stories with a new Brummie-inspired menu. Celebrities attended the launch of the 24th-floor venue boasting panoramic city views.
Birmingham's highest restaurant, Orelle, has relaunched as 24 Stories with a new Brummie-inspired menu. Celebrities attended the launch. Discover the new dishes and panoramic views.
Popular UK restaurant chain The Coconut Tree enters administration, putting jobs at risk across its nine locations due to an unpaid £1.6 million tax bill to HMRC.
Jalali's Bangladeshi restaurant in Aldergate has been crowned West Midlands Restaurant of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Bangladesh Caterers Association awards.
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Trust confirms robust plans to continue Berwick's £35m community hospital construction after contractor Merit files administration notice. Learn how the project will proceed.
The 1920s Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley reopens as Empress African Restaurant on November 22, bringing modern Nigerian cuisine and culture to Birmingham.
Two major Scottish seafood processors, Kenmore Sea Foods and Falfish Scotland, have collapsed into administration, threatening jobs and shaking the fishing industry despite ongoing buyer interest.
Joint administrators for Eastern Airways are actively seeking interest from potential investors as the regional airline undergoes significant restructuring, with key routes and operations hanging in the balance.