London Costa Coffee hires ‘bouncers’ to guard food as shoplifting fears grow

Costa Coffee has reportedly stepped up security at some of its stores amid concerns over theft. The UK coffee chain, which also sells sandwiches and snacks, has “introduced additional support” at a small number of branches following reviews of its security measures. According to The Sun, this includes locations in London such as Denmark Hill … Read more

Man who spat at doorman had been provoked, court hears

A WIRRAL man who spat at a doorman during an altercation in Chester city centre was provoked, a court has heard. Christopher Russell, 23, of Stanhope Drive, Bromborough, appeared at Chester Magistrates Court on Tuesday, April 7. Russell pleaded guilty to possession of a class a drug (cocaine), drunk and disorderly behaviour and assault by … Read more