Business Derby Private Hire Drivers Criticize Bus Lane Restrictions February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Drivers of taxis have voiced criticism regarding a bus lane located in Derby city centre, from which private hire vehicles are prohibited. Lee Roach and Adnan Khan described the Corporation…
Business Demolition of Historic Mill Planned for New Bike Centre February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Plans are in place for the demolition of a historic mill located in the Borders region, with the intention of constructing a new £19 million mountain bike innovation centre on…
Business Northern Rail Executive Acknowledges “Unacceptable” Service Performance February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Northern’s chief operating officer, Matt Rice, stated that the company’s rail services originating from Southport in Merseyside were “unacceptable” and ranked among “the worst performing in the country.” Mr. Rice…
Business Elizabeth Harbour overhaul plans receive committee approval February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Jersey’s planning committee has given its approval to a multimillion-pound proposal. This initiative involves replacing the passenger terminal at Elizabeth Harbour and reclaiming additional land to expand the space available…
Business Baby Milk Producer to Generate 100 Employment Opportunities February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A national baby milk brand plans to generate approximately 100 new employment opportunities after acquiring a location situated close to the Staffordshire-Shropshire border. Excelsior Foods, a division of the broader…
Business Bay Vineyard Tour and Sales Plans Approved Amidst Objections February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A vineyard situated on the North Yorkshire coast has received approval to conduct tours and sell wine, despite facing some local opposition. The Bay Vineyard, located in Robin Hood’s Bay,…
Business Local Retailers Advocate for Community Shopping Ahead of Black Friday February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Independent businesses in the Telford and Wrekin area are appealing to consumers to remember smaller merchants as major online retailers prepare for Black Friday sales. Wellington, for example, boasts a…
Business Medal from Captain Cook’s Second Voyage Set for Auction February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A medal originating from Captain James Cook’s second voyage of discovery is scheduled for auction, with an estimated value of up to £3,000. This medal was commissioned by the renowned…
Business Industrial Action Causes Supermarket Shortages of Dips, Soups, and Wraps February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A union has attributed the current scarcity of dips, soups, and wraps on supermarket shelves to strike action at a food production facility. Shoppers have reported a lack of the…
Business British Steel Inaugurates £10 Million Rail Storage Facility February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A new £10 million storage facility for steel rails, which are used in the construction of train tracks, has commenced operations in North Lincolnshire. British Steel in Scunthorpe, the primary…