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Staffordshire legal firm Talbots Law has strengthened its rural credentials with the appointment of two senior directors to its fast-growing Agricultural Law team. Sara Pickerin and Nicholas Playford, who bring more than 40 years’ combined experience in agricultural and rural land law, join as part of the firm’s continued expansion

New owners of the Waterworld Leisure Resort in Stoke-on-Trent have launched an historic joint ticket offer linking three of the Midlands’ biggest family attractions, Waterworld, West Midlands Safari Park, and Drayton Manor Resort. The move follows the summer acquisition of Waterworld by Looping Group, one of Europe’s leading regional leisure

Award-winning Stoke-on-Trent artist Ian Mood has been appointed Artist in Residence for the New Vic Theatre’s Christmas production of The Little Mermaid, documenting the creative journey from rehearsal room to opening night. Mood, known for his expressive seascapes and landscapes shown in UK and US galleries, will capture on-stage and

Bold new food offers are shaking up the menu at a popular country pub, shaped by emerging kitchen talent and a focus on quality, seasonal ingredients. The move marks a confident step forward for the much-loved Red Lion at Bradley, Stafford, as it blends inventive dishes with hearty tradition. Highlights

Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce Interim ceo Chris Plant has welcomed key amendments made by the House of Lords to the Employment Rights Bill. He has written to all Staffordshire MPs urging them to consider the impact of the legislation on local businesses before it returns to the Commons. The key

The Employment Rights Bill is set to bring about some of the biggest changes to employment law in a generation with the Bill set to gain Royal Assent before the end of the year.  One of the biggest changes comes in the form of the introduction of day one rights

The UK’s first green AI data centre planned for Stoke-on-Trent has been officially named Josiah 1, in honour of Josiah Spode, the pioneering potter who founded the original Spode Works site in 1770. Project director Jeff Nash, of developer Spode Works Regeneration, said the name reflects 250 years of innovation on the same

Burton upon Trent’s world-famous brewing heritage is set for an exciting new chapter with planning approval granted for The Old Brewery Quarter, a major regeneration project bringing new life, leisure and hospitality to the town centre. Approved by East Staffordshire Borough Council, the £multi-million development combines heritage, leisure and commercial

A Staffordshire-based furniture specialist has quietly played a key role in bringing Jeremy Clarkson’s newest venture, The Farmer’s Dog pub, to life. Taylor’s Classics were selected to supply a range of bespoke furniture for Clarkson’s Cotswolds-based pub after a handwritten letter caught the attention of Jeremy and his partner, Lisa