A Leek couple who used to run a popular Mexican restaurant are preparing to open a waffle and dessert venue in their hometown.
A group of economists has questioned UK assertions that a “black hole” in the public finances will need to be filled with austerity measures and tax rises. The Progressive Economy Forum, which campaigns to end austerity, claims that the £50bn “hole” disappears entirely if the debts are calculated differently. The
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A masters course which aims to put Stoke-on-Trent on the map as a leading city for innovation and wealth creation has launched at Staffordshire University.
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Wheelchair athlete Rich Sampson has completed his first-ever marathon – with the backing of JCB. The businessman finished the London Marathon at the weekend in a time of five hours and 55 minutes after completing his training on the mile-long path around the lake at JCB’s World Headquarters at Rocester.
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