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Published: 29 July '2025. The English Chronicle Desk The escalating crisis within the UK’s casual dining industry has taken another victim as Gusto, a well-known Italian restaurant chain, edges towards administration. Informed sources indicate that the restaurant group is set to enter a pre-pack insolvency arrangement, with preparations currently underway under the advisory of Interpath. Operating from 13 sites across the country, Gusto has struggled to withstand the mounting financial...

Published: 29 July '2025. The English Chronicle Desk In a welcome revelation for millions of consumers across the UK, new guidance has emerged on how to exit your broadband contract without facing hefty termination fees—an issue that has long frustrated households locked into expensive or underperforming deals. The advice comes as part of a broader consumer support effort led by Sky News through its newly launched free Money newsletter, designed...

Published: 29 July '2025. The English Chronicle Desk In a damning verdict that has intensified public anger over the environmental misconduct of water companies, Anglian Water has been ordered to pay a staggering £62.8 million after an official investigation revealed systemic failures in managing its wastewater treatment operations. The action, taken by the water regulator Ofwat, found that the company breached its legal obligations by failing to properly operate, maintain,...

Published: 29 July '2025 | The English Chronicle Desk A year after the horrific knife attack at a children’s summer holiday event in Southport, a young survivor has come forward with a harrowing account of her experience, revealing both the trauma she endured and her determination to spark change. Speaking to Sky News, the girl—whose identity remains protected for legal reasons—recalled the terrifying moments when she was stabbed by Axel...

Published: 29 July '2025 | The English Chronicle Online Despite a significant U-turn by the Labour government on proposed disability benefit reforms, tens of thousands of vulnerable citizens across the UK remain at risk of being driven into poverty, according to a new parliamentary report. The findings of the work and pensions select committee reveal that approximately 50,000 people who develop a chronic illness or disability in the coming years...

Published: 29 July '2025 | The English Chronicle Online A year after the devastating attack at a children’s holiday club in Southport that left three young girls dead, the seaside town has chosen remembrance over spectacle, unity over division, and healing over hatred. On this solemn day, flags will be lowered and a three-minute silence observed as the community pays tribute to the lives of Bebe King, aged six, Elsie...

Published: 29 July '2025 | The English Chronicle Online Central London is set to become a sea of flags, cheers, and pride as the Lionesses take to the streets today in a grand open-top bus parade to celebrate their triumphant defence of the Women's European Championship title. The jubilant occasion, marking England's continued dominance in the women’s game, promises to be a moment of national pride, unity, and celebration. The...

Published: 28 July' 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to meet US President Donald Trump in Ayrshire today for critical discussions focused on the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The highly anticipated talks at Trump’s Turnberry golf resort are expected to centre on calls for an urgent ceasefire and coordinated efforts to deliver life-saving aid, alongside matters...

Published: 28 July' 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online An alarming mid-air disturbance aboard an EasyJet flight from London Luton to Glasgow has triggered a counter-terrorism investigation, after a man reportedly shouted extremist phrases including "Allahu Akbar", “Death to Trump”, and made reference to a “bomb”. The incident unfolded on Sunday morning, casting a tense shadow over US President Donald Trump's private visit to Scotland....

Published: 28 July' 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online The streets of central London are bracing for jubilation as England's Lionesses return home in triumph after defending their UEFA Women’s European Championship title for the second consecutive tournament. The Football Association has announced a grand open-top bus parade to honour the team’s extraordinary achievement, inviting the nation to witness history as the players make their...