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Hayley Johnson

Senior journalist with over 15 years’ experience writing for customers and audiences all over the world. Previous work has included everything from breaking news for national newspapers to complex business stories, in-depth human-interest features and celebrity interviews - and most things in between.

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    7 February 2024
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Sweet! New waffle and dessert restaurant set to open in Leek 

    A Leek couple who used to run a popular Mexican restaurant are preparing to open a waffle and dessert venue in their hometown. 

    Professional headshot of a bearded man wearing a white long-sleeved shirt with crossed arms against a neutral background.
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Exclusive: Chef Tom Shepherd reveals £1m expansion with new bar and holiday lets

    Michelin-starred chef Tom Shepherd has unveiled £1 million expansion plans to launch a cocktail bar and holiday accommodation in Lichfield.

    17 April 2026

    Opening date for new Greek eatery announced

    Health & Wellbeing/News

    The opening date for a much-anticipated new Greek bakery-come-taverna has been set.

    Spudman: Traders reaping the benefits of Tamworth baked potato seller going viral 

    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Traders in Tamworth have welcomed a surge in footfall and increase in business thanks to the success of the town’s social media sensation and

    Man giving thumbs up outside Caudwell International Children's Centre building sign
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Businessman dials up world record bid at London Marathon

    Businessman Nick Holland will attempt a Guinness World Record at this year’s TCS London Marathon – tackling the course dressed as a mobile phone in aid of Caudwell Children.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    17 April 2026
    Three men hold large check for Stone Town Football Club donation outside brick building.
    News

    Business community rallies after Daily Focus highlights club crisis

    Companies and members of the local business community have been praised for stepping up in force after a football club’s urgent appeal for support featured in Daily Focus.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    16 April 2026
    Three business professionals posing together in front of a red backdrop at what appears to be a UK market industry event.
    News

    Strategi Global strengthens leadership team with new director 

    Strategi Global Solutions has appointed a new director to support its expansion across UK and international markets. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    16 April 2026
    Architectural rendering of modern NSGC building complex with parking and landscaping beside waterway.
    Education and Training/News

    £10m advanced manufacturing hub to power major skills boost as NSCG secures top UK status

    A £10 million Advanced Manufacturing Hub is set to transform skills training in North Staffordshire after Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) was chosen to help lead the UK’s future workforce in the sector.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    15 April 2026
    Theatre production cast in period costumes on stage set with warm lighting and Victorian-era building interior.
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Two theatres share £445k government arts investment

    Two North Staffordshire theatres have won a combined £445,308 of funding as part of an almost £130 million government project to improve access to arts and culture.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    15 April 2026
    Five professionals posing together at a waterfront location with industrial columns and brick buildings visible behind them.
    Financial/News

    DJH adds to North West profile with SB&P acquisition 

    Accountancy firm DJH has boosted its presence in Liverpool with another acquisition. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    15 April 2026
    A large HGV travels across country to deliver or collect goods for the next business location.
    News/Transport

    Jobs saved as Stoke-on-Trent haulage firm sold in pre-pack deal

    Five jobs have been saved at a Stoke-on-Trent haulage and logistics firm following its sale.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    15 April 2026
    White "GIVENERGY" lettering on red brick building facade with window and security camera
    News

    GivEnergy ceases trading with all jobs lost

    Energy storage system supplier GivEnergy Ltd has gone into administration and all employees have been made redundant, it has been confirmed.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    14 April 2026
    Man holding award certificate at Samsung Hero Awards event ceremony
    Digital/Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Award-winning restaurant owner launches new tech business

    Chef and restauranteur George Lowe has launched a new venture helping businesses to capture real-time customer feedback.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    14 April 2026
    Four people posing together indoors with colorful artwork and screens visible in the background.
    News

    Start-ups offered year-long workspace and expert support in growth competition

    Start-up businesses in Stoke-on-Trent can win free hot desk space for a year as part of a £3,000 prize package up for grabs thanks to a new initiative.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    14 April 2026
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    Seven-figure upgrade programme launched by Bradford Estates

    Six PureCloud team members standing together in front of branded company wall graphics displaying service information.

    European platform acquires Tamworth IT provider

    Five professionals standing in front of industry training banners in an indoor office setting.

    Stoke-on-Trent firms strike Middle East training deal

    Business professionals attending a corporate presentation with colorful digital slides displayed on a large screen.

    Green economy leadership bootcamp to launch this summer 

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    Cannock designer to star in BBC’s Interior Design Masters 

    Two men standing in a brick corridor with large windows and natural light.

    Paul Austen Associates expands with acquisition of AP Accountancy 

    Construction workers in safety vests and hard hats pose with Capital&Centric banner at building site.

    ‘UK-first’ development reaches major milestone

    Two women present at a Staffordshire County Council event supporting care leavers into employment.

    Businesses invited to support care leavers into employment 

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