Bet365 is cutting 340 jobs across its European operations, including 300 roles at its Stoke-on-Trent headquarters, as the gambling giant faces increased tax, regulatory and competitive pressures.

Martin Pitchford · 8 September 2026

Stoke Air Ambulance is closing after a growing regulatory and financial scandal, ending its plans to deliver a dedicated air ambulance service locally. The charity has faced fundraising breaches and a Charity Commission investigation into its finances, governance and operations.

Martin Pitchford · 18 August 2026

A mystery global automotive business is set to become the first tenant at Newcastle-under-Lyme's Chatterley Park, where a huge new manufacturing facility is due to be built. The company has not yet been named, but the development could eventually help create up to 1,700 jobs across the wider site.

Martin Pitchford · 18 August 2026