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If the Government continues to refuse to make the G7 risk dossier public and it harms trust. What were the conclusions of the Government’s risk assessment for the G7 summit in Cornwall? That’s the question many on the South West Peninsular are asking, but Downing...‘Enough is enough’: Tourism bosses call for green list expansion after Boris Johnson warns of ‘difficult year’
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The décor, menu and prices rolled back 50 years with some of the original staff serving customers. Silver Surfers reports that diners were served a classic menu of burgers, ribs and cola floats at 1971 prices as London’s Hard Rock Café marked its 50th birthday. Some...India’s Covid outbreak hits tea industry that supplies world’s cuppas
Production is expected to be hit by 20-25 per cent, with drought-like conditions adding to the problems for this year’s crop. Inews reports that a devastating Covid-19 outbreak coupled with changing climatic conditions has torn through India’s tea industry, with...‘Sustainable but affordable’ Dutch restaurant The Seafood Bar to launch first restaurant in UK
‘We fell in love with London a long time ago, and we’re very excited we’ve finally arrived’. Inews reports that a family run fishmongers and restaurant group from The Netherlands famous for its “sustainable” ethos and long waiting lines will launch its first UK site...‘A career change saved my life’: The people who built better lives after burnout
Chronic stress at work can lead to listlessness, fatigue – and a much higher risk of stroke and heart disease. But there are ways to save yourself before it’s too late. Spencer Carter had been signed off work for three months with stress. Before that time was...Pothole Picasso: The undercover artist who fills potholes across Europe with colourful mosaics
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