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More than 1000 people have been made redundant at TGI Fridays.
35 restaurants have shut immediately.
Meanwhile, a rescue deal saved another 51 sites including High Wycombe and Milton Keynes.
Chief executive of the US themed-chain, Julie McEwan, says it's been a 'very challenging period for the casual dining sector' - and insists they're doing all they can to support affected staff.
Young Architect of the Year honour for Turville church restoration
An architect behind the restoration of one of Buckinghamshire’s most recognisable churches has been named Young Architect of the Year for 2025.
University celebrating 50th anniversary
The University of Buckingham is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, marking half a century as the UK’s original independent university.
Strong results during the Winter of Action operation
Thames Valley Police say strong results have been achieved during a two-month Winter of Action targeting crime and antisocial behaviour in town and city centres.
Appeal after bookmakers robbed in High Wycombe
Thames Valley Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to following a robbery in High Wycombe.
£2m appeal for cardiology equipement
A £2 million fundraising target has been set to help create a new state-of-the-art cardiology facility at Wycombe Hospital.
Football Club Marks One-Year Anniversary of Championing Men’s Mental Health
Mindset United says it's proof that football can be so much more than a game.
Food waste recycling expanding to flats in the south of Buckinghamshire
Residents living in flats with communal bin collections across the south of Buckinghamshire are being asked to look out for new kitchen caddies arriving during February and March, as Buckinghamshire Council continues the roll‑out of separate food waste recycling collections.
Bucks Olympians going for gold in Italy
Buckinghamshire is well represented at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, with Aylesbury’s Ellia Smeding making history as Team GB’s first-ever Olympic speed skater, and Amersham’s James Hernandez set to compete in ice dance alongside partner Phebe Bekker. Hernandez, who teamed up with Bekker in 2021, brings strong pedigree to the Games, including three senior British Figure Skating Championship silver medals and two junior national golds.
