Jason Manford slams Cheshire riding school objectors
Comedian Jason Manford has criticised Cheshire residents opposing a new riding school, calling the objections 'utter madness' in a passionate social media defence of the rural business.
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Birmingham Council Bankruptcy "Probably Avoidable" Says Expert
Exclusive analysis reveals Birmingham City Council's financial collapse might have been prevented as expert questions Labour leadership's decision-making in Britain's second city.
Kilchoan's last shop closes in online retail blow
The remote Scottish Highlands community of Kilchoan faces a devastating blow as its only local shop announces permanent closure, highlighting the existential threat online retail poses to rural Britain.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Woking gets £500m bailout in council shake-up
The bankrupt Woking Borough Council secures a massive government rescue package as Surrey County Council takes control of key services in a dramatic local government overhaul.
Woking Council declares bankruptcy with £1.9bn debt
Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.
SpudBros accused of bullying small business in trademark row
A family-run potato business faces David vs Goliath battle after SpudBros allegedly threatened legal action over similar branding in what's being called corporate bullying of small UK enterprises.
Real-Life Succession: Tech Heiress's Power Battle
The gripping story of Gina, a modern tech dynasty heiress, battling corporate intrigue and family betrayal in a high-stakes power struggle that mirrors the hit TV drama.
Delicatessen owner slams neighbours over helicopter customers
A rural delicatessen owner faces local fury as wealthy patrons arrive by helicopter, sparking a bitter dispute over noise, privilege and countryside values in the Cotswolds.
Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
California sauna retreat sparks community outrage
Exclusive: Upscale sauna and cold plunge facility faces community backlash in coastal California town as residents claim it clashes with local character and raises safety concerns.
Cardiff Council abolishes cabinet system in governance overhaul
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
Baltimore Council's 24-hour restaurant ban sparks fury
Local councillors in Maryland spark fury as they attempt to block 24-hour dining establishments, threatening Denny's expansion plans in Honeygo area.
NZ Government Dramatically Cuts Māori Council Representation
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Melbourne couple's business stolen by sophisticated scammers
A Melbourne couple's thriving business was systematically stolen by sophisticated scammers who hijacked their phone numbers, emails, and bank accounts in a chilling modern-day cyber theft that left them financially ruined.
Boston supermarket fury: Council accused of 'communist' tactics
Lincolnshire residents erupt in anger as council officials push through controversial supermarket development, with locals comparing the heavy-handed approach to Soviet-era planning methods.
Labour warned against local election complacency
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
Sisters land £87k Dragons' Den deal with 12 hours' notice
Two determined sisters secured an incredible £87,000 investment on Dragons' Den despite having less than a day to prepare their pitch. Discover their remarkable journey from last-minute panic to business success.
Steven Bartlett: Some businesses should go under
Social Chain entrepreneur Steven Bartlett delivers hard truths about business survival in current economic climate, revealing why some companies are doomed to fail.
CEOs ditch private jets in cost-cutting revolution
Britain's corporate leaders are dramatically scaling back lavish perks including private jets and luxury hotels as economic pressures force unprecedented austerity measures at the highest levels of business.
Starmer Courts Indian Business in Mumbai Trade Push
Labour leader Keir Starmer embarks on crucial trade mission to India, meeting with Prime Minister Modi and business leaders to strengthen economic ties and position Britain as a global investment destination.
Beckham fashion brand spends £900k daily amid losses
The former Spice Girl's luxury label continues to burn through cash despite revenue growth, with new accounts showing staggering operational costs and mounting financial pressures.
Colchester research exposes UK business advice failures
Groundbreaking study reveals nearly half of UK businesses receive inadequate professional guidance, with devastating financial consequences for SMEs nationwide.
Badenoch: Treasury officials blocking Conservative policies
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch makes explosive claims that Treasury officials are deliberately obstructing Conservative business policies, raising concerns about civil service impartiality ahead of the general election.
Council uses anti-gang laws on small business planning breaches
A Labour-led council faces criticism for deploying serious crime prevention orders - designed to combat organised crime - against small businesses for minor planning violations, raising concerns about disproportionate use of power.
Badenoch attacks 'lazy' businesses blaming Brexit
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch delivered a fiery speech criticising British businesses for blaming Brexit and demanding handouts, while defending the UK's economic strategy at the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester.
Bartlett's £45k Dragons' Den Bet Becomes £140m Empire
Discover how Steven Bartlett's Dragons' Den investment in TRIP exploded into a £140 million global wellness phenomenon, revolutionising the CBD market.
Entrepreneur: 'Never business with fat person' sparks outrage
Australian entrepreneur Simone Milasas faces intense backlash after controversial comments about weight and business partnerships, dividing social media and business communities.
Victoria's Work-From-Home Law Sparks Business Backlash
New Australian legislation granting employees the right to work from home faces fierce opposition from business leaders warning of productivity losses and operational chaos.
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