TGI Fridays UK secures rescue deal but 1,000 jobs lost as 35 restaurants shut
About 50 TGI Fridays restaurants in the UK have been saved following a rescue deal for the chain (Chris Ison/PA)TGI Fridays will remain on UK high streets following a rescue deal for the chain, News Today but more than 1,000 staff have lost their jobs with the immediate closure of 35 restaurants.Breal Capital and Calveton UK have acquired 51 restaurants after the group’s previous operator fell into administration. It means that nearly 2,400 jobs have been saved across the US-themed restaurant and cocktail bar.But joint administrators at Teneo said 35 restaurants were not included in the sale and have been…
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John Galliano is set to leave Maison Margiela
John Galliano is set to part ways with Maison Margiela after 10 years at the helm of the storied fashion house. The brand and designer confirmed the news today, having announced it to the company earlier this week.The news comes after a great year for the house, which saw huge enthusiasm for the spring/summer 2024 couture show in January and also saw an impressive year on the red carpet for the brand with Galliano personally dressing the likes of Kim Kardashian and Zendaya for the biggest fashion event of the year, the Met Gala.Marleen Moise//Getty ImagesThe house is yet to…
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World News Today Live Updates on November 21, 2024 : UK MPs to call Elon Musk to account for X’s impact on Southport riots
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Cost of living and inflation are not the same thing
There was no surprise that the rate of inflation jumped again, News Today reflecting the recent hike in the energy price cap.The new news today is that other underlying measures of inflation, for example services, and "core" inflation, both of which are watched closely by the Bank of England as an indication of domestic price pressures, both rose slightly and by more than expected.It comes as an increasing number of firms warn that the tax rises and the higher minimum wage announced in the Budget could lead them to increase prices for customers.In January, Donald Trump, comes into power as…
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Brook century guarantees England victory over Australia before rain arrives
On a chilly night at Chester-le-Street came an England News Today performance to warm the cockles of the hardy home supporters. It was ended by late rain that swept in but through Harry Brook’s sublime unbeaten 110, this victory against Australia hinted at progress and clawed one back in a previously one-sided series.The two teams travel to Lord’s for the fourth instalment on Friday with Australia, now 2-1 up, doubtless keen to seal matters at the ground that gave a number of them an earful during the Ashes last summer.There was no such hostility at the Riverside, just 14,000 punters…
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Economy News Today highlights on November 13, 2024: US inflation rises 2.6% YoY in first annual acceleration since March; Wall Street sees fewer rate cuts in 2025
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Who is John Hunt? The BBC Five Live racing commentator whose wife and two daughters were ‘murdered’ in deadly crossbow rampage
There has been an outpouring of support for BBC Five Live racing commentator John Hunt after it was revealed his wife and News Today two daughters were victims of a deadly crossbow attack at their home.John's wife Carol, 61, and daughters Louise, 25, and Hannah, 28, were found fatally injured at their £800,000 detached home in Bushey, Hertfordshire, last night.Kyle Clifford, 26, from Enfield, is being hunted by police and is believed to be armed and dangerous. BBC stalwart John Hunt has worked at the corporation for News Today 30 years as a racing commentator and previous to this worked as…
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Future Of UK TGI Fridays Secured Saving Over 2,000 Jobs
TGI FridaysTM, the original American cocktail bar and News Today restaurant, has been acquired by Breal Capital and Calveton UK following completion of a successful sale process through its acquisition vehicle Liberty Bar and Restaurant Group Limited. The deal announced today will see TGI Fridays continue to operate across the UK and serve its millions of loyal guests. The sale, which is based on 51 restaurants, should secure the future of more than 2,000 jobs across those restaurants.We are also hopeful that we may be able to secure further locations following discussions with the landlords. Julie McEwan, Chief Executive of…
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UK riots latest: Teen rioter stole £19k worth of vapes; new images show people wanted over disorder; Tory councillor’s wife appears in court
Sir Keir Starmer should "define Islamophobia" so he can hold MPs and News Today agitators to account for their anti-Islam rhetoric, says former Scotland Yard superintendent Nusrit Mehtab.Thousands of far-right protesters were involved in violent disorder across the UK in response to the Southport stabbing attack on 29 July.After disinformation about the suspect's identity spread online, many protesters directed their anger towards mosques, incorrectly believing the attacker was a follower of Islam, as well as being an asylum seeker.Speaking to Sky News today, Ms Mehtab said there needs to be a "clear plan" for how the government deals with the aftermath…
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UK riots latest: Teen rioter stole £19k worth of vapes; new images show people wanted over disorder; Tory councillor’s wife appears in court
Sir Keir Starmer should "define Islamophobia" so he can hold MPs and agitators to account for their anti-Islam rhetoric, News Today says former Scotland Yard superintendent Nusrit Mehtab.Thousands of far-right protesters were involved in violent disorder across the UK in response to the Southport stabbing attack on 29 July.After disinformation about the suspect's identity spread online, many protesters directed their anger towards mosques, incorrectly believing the attacker was a follower of Islam, as well as being an asylum seeker.Speaking to Sky News today, News Today Ms Mehtab said there needs to be a "clear plan" for how the government deals with…
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