Scala Theatre renovation costs rise by £590,000
Worcester City Council approves extra funding for the Scala Theatre renovation, citing fire safety and National Insurance costs. The £16.2m project remains on track for its 2026 opening.
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Christmas Day pub lunch branded 'utter chaos'
Families were left disappointed and hungry after a Midlands pub descended into 'utter chaos' on Christmas Day, with a kitchen closure and no service. Read the full story and the manager's apology.
Miller & Carter Christmas lunch cancelled for 300 guests
Hundreds of families had Christmas Day ruined after a kitchen extractor fan failure forced Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath to close. Read the full story of the last-minute cancellations.
West Midlands Steakhouse Reopens After Christmas Shutdown
Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath has reopened following an unexpected electrical fault that forced its Christmas Day closure. The restaurant confirms New Year's Day plans are unaffected. Read the full story.
Miller & Carter cancels Christmas Day dinners for 300 guests
A popular Midlands steakhouse was forced to cancel Christmas Day bookings for nearly 80 parties after a kitchen extractor fan failure. Families were left scrambling for last-minute alternatives.
Miller & Carter cancels Christmas dinner for 300 guests
A popular Midlands steakhouse cancelled Christmas Day bookings for nearly 80 parties due to a kitchen fault. Families were left scrambling for alternatives after last-minute notice.
Tamworth completes £21.6m town centre regeneration
Tamworth's £21.65m regeneration project is finished, linking historic sites and creating new spaces for business to boost footfall. See the transformation.
Miller & Carter Hockley Heath Closed on Christmas Day
Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath cancelled Christmas Day bookings due to an unexpected electrical fault. Read the full story and local reaction here.
Luxury Festive Sparkle Beauty Box Reviewed
Discover the Face the Future Festive Sparkle Edit, a luxury beauty box with 25 products worth £1,150 for just £199.99. Our review reveals if this festive treat lives up to the hype.
Shababs Birmingham Opens Christmas Day with Normal Menu
Beloved Birmingham balti house Shababs is opening on December 25, serving its regular menu at regular prices. The historic Sparkbrook restaurant, a local institution since 1987, still has tables available for Christmas bookings.
Couple run over man twice and steal his gold chain
A Wolverhampton man used his car as a weapon to run over a victim twice. His girlfriend then robbed the injured man of his gold chain. Both have been convicted and await sentencing in 2026.
20 Birmingham Restaurants Get New Food Hygiene Ratings
Discover which Birmingham restaurants received top scores and which require urgent improvement in the latest food hygiene ratings before Christmas 2025. Make informed dining choices.
TGI Fridays UK closures put 500 jobs at risk
TGI Fridays enters administration, closing 49 UK restaurants. 500 staff face redundancy due to 'insurmountable' economic pressures. Read the full story and list of closures.
Wendy's in Maidstone shuts suddenly, signage removed
Wendy's fast food branch in Maidstone has closed permanently without warning, leaving locals shocked just before Christmas. Read local reactions and the reasons cited.
JLR Cyber Attack Fallout Puts Small Suppliers at Risk
A manufacturing boss warns small firms in Jaguar Land Rover's supply chain could close due to ongoing cashflow issues from a 2025 cyber attack. Read the full analysis and advice for affected businesses.
TGI Fridays UK Owner Files for Administration
The Liberty Bar and Restaurant Group, which runs TGI Fridays in the UK, has filed to appoint administrators for the second time in December, casting uncertainty over its 49 sites and 2,000 staff.
TGI Fridays UK files for administration, 49 restaurants at risk
The future of TGI Fridays in the UK is in doubt as its parent company files a notice to appoint administrators for the second time in weeks. See the full list of 49 restaurants affected and what it means for 2,500 staff.
Sixes Cricket Bar Chain Enters Administration
Sixes, the cricket-themed entertainment chain backed by Ben Stokes, has collapsed into administration, putting 16 venues across England at risk just before the festive season.
TGI Fridays UK Owner Files for Administration Before Christmas
Liberty Bar and Restaurant Group, which runs TGI Fridays in the UK, has filed a notice to appoint administrators just days before Christmas. The move marks the second such filing in two weeks.
Las Vegas-Style Dinner & Show in Birmingham's Grand Hotel
Experience a glamorous dinner and cabaret show at The Grand Hotel Birmingham for just £45. Discover the ultimate value night out with fine dining and live entertainment.
TGI Fridays UK owner files for administration again
Liberty Bar and Restaurant Group, which runs TGI Fridays in the UK, has filed to appoint administrators for the second time in weeks, casting a shadow over the festive period. Read the full story.
Supermarkets Turn to European Turkeys for Christmas
Major UK supermarkets Asda, Lidl and Morrisons are stocking imported turkeys from Europe due to avian flu hitting British supply. Discover the impact on festive meals and British farming.
Be At One Bristol closes as Stonegate reviews 1,000 pubs
The Be At One cocktail bar in Bristol shuts its doors for good this weekend. Its owner, Stonegate Group, is exploring the sale of over 1,000 sites amid a major restructuring plan. Read the full story.
Toolstream in administration, 111 jobs axed
Major UK DIY distributor Toolstream has collapsed into administration, blaming post-COVID supply issues. 111 jobs have been cut as administrators seek buyers. Read the full story.
Sixes bar chain collapses, 16 UK venues at risk
Sixes, the cricket-themed bar chain backed by Ben Stokes, has entered administration. Its 16 UK venues, including Birmingham's Mailbox, are at risk as administrators seek a rescue deal.
Sixes bar chain collapses, 16 UK venues at risk
Sixes, the cricket-themed bar chain backed by Ben Stokes, has collapsed into administration, putting 16 venues including Birmingham at risk. Read the latest on the rescue efforts.
Swansea chef's festive meals for homeless charity
Suki Kullar, owner of Rasoi restaurants, delivered nearly 50 hot meals to The Wallich's homeless projects in Swansea, spreading festive kindness. Discover how the community is supporting those in need.
Indian Brewery to Open Birmingham Airport Bar in 2026
The Indian Brewery will open its first airport venue at Birmingham Airport in February 2026, serving craft beers and Indian fusion food. The expansion creates jobs and celebrates local produce.
Indian Brewery to open new BHX airport restaurant
The Indian Brewery will launch a new restaurant at Birmingham Airport's International Pier in February 2026, offering craft beers, fusion food, and exclusive merchandise to travellers.
Asda removes 4,000+ products in simplification plan
Asda has scrapped north of 4,000 product lines as part of a drive to simplify its shelves and supply chain. The supermarket aims to cut 5,000-6,000 SKUs in total. Read the full story.
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