Jobs and economy

6 Dec 2021

Off licence owner pleads guilty to supplying illicit tobacco

A shop owner has been fined by a court after continuing to sell illicit tobacco, despite receiving a simple caution in 2017 for the …

3 Dec 2021

Showing your love for local

Bunting, blooms and bands are just some of the elements that have made an appearance on our high streets over the past few months …

3 Dec 2021

Southall jeweller pleads guilty to hallmarking offences

A Southall jeweller has been ordered to pay more than £7,500 in fines and court costs after admitting to offering gold for sale without …

1 Dec 2021

North Acton gears up to host first-ever Christmas Market

Christmas lights are set to twinkle in North Acton as the area gets ready to host its first ever Christmas Market on Saturday 11 …

25 Nov 2021

Unique Christmas gift ideas

Why not give your loved ones truly unique gifts this Christmas? Perhaps a handmade bauble decoration or table runner, delicious festive cupcakes or mince …

24 Nov 2021

Bag a local bargain this Black Friday

The build-up to Christmas is a vital time for local businesses, particularly our high streets. With an array of independent traders and larger retailers …

22 Nov 2021

Mah-jabeen and Sophie: How being apprentices changed our lives

Meet Mah-jabeen and Sophie. They have both changed their careers – and their lives – and are now award-winning apprentices. They are among hundreds …

19 Nov 2021

Turn your business idea into reality

Startup School for Seniors is a unique eight-week online course, teaching you how to start a business if you are aged over 50. The …

18 Nov 2021

Kickstart your career

Kickstart is a government programme giving unemployed young people aged 16 to 24 on Universal Credit the chance to take the first step towards …

17 Nov 2021

Music shop tuned into local buzz

“It is vitally important people support their local shops,” said John Gardonyi, owner of Gardonyi’s Musical Instruments in Ealing. “Everyone gets to know people …