Why are so many bars and restaurant owners saying survival looks impossible?

Biggest moments of 2024 and what to look forward to in 2025

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It seems 2025 will also be a big year for film and TV, with the much-anticipated fifth and final season of Stranger Things set to debut on Netflix. Season 2 of The Bear and The Witcher are also set to premiere in 2025. In terms of highly-anticipated films of 2025, film fans can rejoice, as they can expect to see three brand new Marvel films, that includes Captain America Brave New World, Thunderbolts and The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Wicked Part Two is set for release in 2025, alongside Disney’s live-action Snow White and a new Jurassic Park Movie.

Liverpool City Council is increasing its parking charges

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Liverpool City Council is increasing its parking charges with some seeing a rise of around 60%. The local authority says the aim of the new strategy is to encourage motorists out of their cars and onto public transport. New tighter enforcement will also be in place for motorists.

Pubs and Restaurants under pressure

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Have you noticed bars and restaurants closing in your area recently?

Leeds: Have you noticed bars and restaurants closing?

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With some bars and restaurants suggesting the Budget had made their viability impossible, have you noticed more bars and restaurants closing in your area recently?

Have you noticed more bars and restaurants closing in Liverpool recently?

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Have you noticed more bars and restaurants closing in your area recently? How have rising prices and the cost of living affected how often you go out to eat or drink?

‘We’re being really careful’: Are Londoners worried about spending too much this Christmas?

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After GoCompare revealed over 35% of people are looking to spend less on Christmas this year, we asked Londoners how it was affecting them.

Entire Elizabeth line gets 4G coverage

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Mobile coverage has been extended to the whole of the Elizabeth line, Transport for London (TfL) has said.

People of London: Are pubs and restaurants closing in the capital?

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Have Londoners noticed more closures when it comes to pubs and restaurants?

Foldies: Manchester’s new sandwich shop

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Head out with Theo to try out the new sandwich venture by the team at Brewski.

Many bars and restaurants say closure is inevitable following the recent Labour budget

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Owners of some bars and restaurants say they fear for their future following the recent Labour budget. They cite increase costs from taxes, wage rises and environmental compliance.