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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. 

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    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

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    News

    NatWest economist to share outlook at Keele business event 

    Businesses can hear an update from a NatWest economist at a free event being held on local election day. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    7 April 2026
    Man in black suit speaking at podium during Business Awards 2025 ceremony.
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Entrepreneur calls for VAT cut with Government petition as hospitality closures continue 

    A Staffordshire entrepreneur has launched a parliamentary petition to halve VAT for the hospitality sector, warning thousands of businesses, jobs and millions in tax revenue are at risk.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    2 April 2026
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    Industry/News

    Pottery firm Burgess & Leigh falls into administration with parent company Denby

    Historic Stoke-on-Trent pottery firm Burgess & Leigh is continuing to trade despite going into administration with its parent company.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    1 April 2026
    An apprentice learning on the job with a senior.
    Education and Training/Industry/News

    Partnership delivers hands-on training model to meet industry demand

    A new employer-led academy has been launched to address the growing skills gap within the mechanical and electrical sector. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    1 April 2026
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    News

    Burton brunch brings buyers and producers together 

    Local food suppliers, manufacturers and buyers will come together at a new, free event focussed on East Staffordshire’s food, drink and visitor economy. 

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    by Hayley Johnson
    1 April 2026
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    News

    Capula grows footprint with £500k Stone investment

    Technology firm Capula has invested £500,000 into a new office and production facility which has upped its operational space by 60 per cent.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    31 March 2026
    Serious technician setting the new gas boiler for hot water and heating. Manual work, maintenance concept
    News

    Council housing repair staff vote for strike action

    Repairs and maintenance staff at Stoke-on-Trent City Council have voted to go on strike as part of a national pay dispute.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    31 March 2026
    The exterior of Magrath Pharmacy
    Health & Wellbeing/News

    New chapter for Tamworth pharmacy as ownership passes between cousins

    A long-running Tamworth pharmacy has been sold – but will remain in the family.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    31 March 2026
    Picture of a roundabout at A50 Uttoxeter with cars and trucks driving.
    News/Transport

    Government’s £27bn roads plan backs key Staffordshire route but defers major upgrades

    Three major Staffordshire schemes have been included in a government announcement of a £27 billion boost for England’s roads – but mixed views have been expressed locally.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    30 March 2026
    Drawing of Lichfield businesses shop fronts
    Lifestyle & Leisure/News

    Historic shopfront scheme will offer grants to Lichfield businesses

    Independent traders in Lichfield’s city centre will be given targeted funding to improve their shopfronts’ appearance, accessibility, and long-term sustainability.

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    by Hayley Johnson
    30 March 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

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    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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