Wetherspoons customers rage over custard axe
Pub chain Wetherspoons has quietly removed custard as an accompaniment to its apple crumble, prompting an outcry from customers who call the move 'unacceptable'. Read the full story.
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Fired Earth saved by Topps Tiles in £3 million deal
Iconic homeware chain Fired Earth has been rescued from administration by Topps Tiles in a £3 million deal, saving the brand but resulting in over 100 job losses. Discover the details of the acquisition.
Review: Cosy Christmas dining at Browns, Nottingham
Discover Browns Brasserie & Bar in Nottingham, a serene festive oasis offering a luxurious three-course menu for £45. Perfect for a relaxed Christmas meal away from the city bustle.
Leon warns of closures after £8 million loss
Fast food chain Leon faces potential site closures following an £8 million pre-tax loss. Founder John Vincent outlines a major overhaul to return to its core values and become 'Earth's favourite fast food'.
Asha's Restaurant Returns to Selly Park Girls' School
Award-winning Birmingham restaurant Asha's delivered a hands-on cookery session to Year 11 pupils at Selly Park Girls' School, aiming to inspire future hospitality careers. Read about the successful community initiative.
Brewery Defies 'Last Orders' Rumours
Warwickshire's Purity Brewing issues defiant statement after reports it was 'on the brink'. The firm confirms protective measures but vows to keep trading. Read the full story.
Pub chain warns of menu price rises due to £130m costs
Mitchells & Butlers, owner of Harvester and Toby Carvery, faces £130m extra costs, forcing menu price hikes. CEO Phil Urban cites soaring beef prices and wage bills.
McDonald's shuts London branch after four decades
A popular McDonald's on London's Walworth Road has served its last meal after 40 years, closing due to local redevelopment plans. All staff have been relocated.
Gail's Bakery Plans 40 New UK Stores by 2026
Artisan bakery chain Gail's announces major UK expansion with 40 new stores planned by February 2026, following a year of strong revenue growth and significant job creation. Discover the details.
Byron Burger rescued in third deal after major closures
The Byron burger chain has been bought out of administration for a third time in a decade. The new owners plan a UK and Dubai revival after 58 sites were axed.
Gail's Bakery Plans 40 New Stores After Sales Hike
Popular artisan bakery chain Gail's announces major expansion of 40 new UK sites following a year of strong sales growth, now eyeing Birmingham and beyond. Discover the full story.
Versarien Files Notice to Appoint Administrators
Advanced materials firm Versarien has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators after rescue talks collapsed. The AIM-listed company's shares are now suspended.
Berwick Hospital Work Resumes After Collapse
Construction restarts on Berwick's £35m community hospital with a new interim contractor after Merit's administration. The NHS trust reassures the community on progress.
TGI Fridays UK Future Uncertain Amid Strategic Review
The future of family favourite TGI Fridays in the UK is at risk as new owners appoint financial advisors. 2,000 jobs hang in the balance. Read the latest developments.
Wetherspoons customers slam 'sacrilegious' Christmas change
Wetherspoons faces backlash for replacing roast potatoes with mash on its Christmas dinner. The festive menu is available until December 31. Read the full story.
Timber Group Collapse: 550+ Jobs Lost in UK
National Timber Group, the UK's largest independent timber distributor, enters administration with 561 redundancies and 13 site closures. Administrators launch urgent sale process.
Pub chain sells 21 branches after rescue from collapse
RedCat Hospitality sells 21 pubs to Admiral Taverns, marking a strategic refocus on its managed pubs and rooms division just a year after being saved from collapse. Discover the details of the deal.
Versarien considers administration after sale fails
Troubled graphene maker Versarien is considering administration after a crucial £200,000 asset sale collapsed. The Gloucestershire firm has been battling financial crises throughout 2025.
M&S Christmas Jumper on Sale for £36.80
Shoppers call Marks & Spencer's chain detail wool jumper 'beautiful for Christmas Day'. Get the stylish, cosy knit now reduced from £46 to £36.80.
Dubai's GOAT Burger Chain Opens First UK Location
Dubai's acclaimed GOAT burger chain has opened its first international branch in London's Knightsbridge. Queues formed for its premium wagyu smash burgers and Nashville chicken.
Hull Manufacturer Folds Following £585k Dispute
Kingston Modular Systems in Hull enters administration, resulting in 62 redundancies after a client withheld £585,000, causing critical cash flow issues. Discover the full story behind the collapse.
Nando's back in profit but warns on tax rises
Nando's reports £38.2m profit after years of losses but cautions Rachel Reeves' tax increases will challenge future performance. Read the full analysis.
Policy Centre to Boost UK Manufacturing SMEs
A new independent Policy Centre aims to give 325,000 manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government policy, driving growth and future-proofing British industry.
New 'Dough and Fire' pizzeria opens in Moseley
Authentic Neapolitan pizzas crafted with premium ingredients have arrived at Dough and Fire, the new rustic restaurant on Woodbridge Road. Discover the taste of Italy in Moseley.
Birmingham law firm collapses with job losses
Bell Lax Solicitors in Sutton Coldfield enters administration, resulting in redundancies. Discover the impact on the West Midlands legal sector and the reasons behind the collapse.
23 Jobs Saved as West Midlands Bakery Rescued
The future of Sunrise Bakery, a family-run craft business founded in 1966, has been secured, protecting all 23 jobs. Discover how the acquisition saved this Smethwick institution.
New Nigerian fine dining restaurant opens in Birmingham
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.
New Wetherspoon pub in Spain, three hours from Birmingham
JD Wetherspoon is opening its first European pub at Alicante airport in January 2026. The 'Castell de Santa Barbera' will serve British classics and Spanish dishes. Read more.
Claire's closes 4 UK stores this week after administration
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.
Wetherspoons opens first European pub in Spain
JD Wetherspoon announces its first continental European pub at Alicante Airport, serving British favourites and Spanish dishes from January 2026. Discover the new holiday hotspot venue.
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