Day: March 5, 2023
Rail passengers suffer biggest fares rise in 11 years despite poor performance
March 5, 2023T rain passengers will be hit by the largest hike in fares for more than a decade on Sunday, despite record poor reliability. Fares in England and Wales will jump by up to 5.9% on average, adding hundreds of pounds to the cost of many annual season tickets. Rail minister Huw Merriman said the increase […]
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Pubs, clubs and bars to stay open an extra two hours over Coronation weekend
March 5, 2023P ubs, clubs and bars will be allowed to stay open into the early hours over the Coronation weekend. Venues across England and Wales are able to continue serving customers for an extra two hours between Friday May 5 and Sunday May 7 to celebrate the King’s Coronation. Home Secretary Suella Braverman will extend licensing […]
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Prince’s Foundation partners with Chanel to run embroidery course for students
March 5, 2023T he Prince’s Foundation, which was founded by the King, has partnered with French luxury fashion house Chanel to begin running an intensive embroidery programme for aspiring designers. Recent university graduates will be able to apply for the 24-week course, known as the Metiers d’Arts education programme, which will be held at the King’s Highgrove […]
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