English Heritage calls for an end to illegal metal detecting at historic sites

English Heritage calls for an end to illegal ‘nighthawking’ as metal detectorists pillage historic sites such as the Battle of Hastings battlefield Conservation charity accused the activity of ‘robbing us of our past’  Says illegal nighthawking doubled in 2019 when compared to 2017  Sits targeted include the Battle of Hastings battlefield and Goodrich Castle By Joe Pinkstone For … Read more

Owner of restaurant chains Frankie & Benny’s and Chiquito to close up to 90 sites

Frankie & Benny’s and Chiquito plan to close up to 90 sites by the end of next year in another blow to Britain’s High Street Decision comes after The Restaurant Group closed 18 stores in 2019 Comes amid tough period for dining, with Jamie’s Italian collapsing last year  The move will take its leisure portfolio … Read more

Holiday hell.com: Complaints over bargain booking sites are flying in 

Families looking to escape the winter weather are today warned of the dangers of using hotel comparison sites. The websites claim to work with thousands of partners across the world to guarantee the best prices for your budget. But all too often travellers using the platforms are running into problems. Some 7 per cent of … Read more