Delays to Northern Powerhouse Rail stall Greater Manchester's new stations and wider north‑south connectivity, sparking political pushback and fresh public demand.
Author: Harper Hemsworth
A claim that the Lord Roberts pub in Scunthorpe has shut after 125 years is circulating, but no confirmed evidence backs it. Checks of public listings, CAMRA and local sources show no official closure notice. The bar, known as 'Lord Bob', sits behind the town market and holds a 4.6/5 TripAdvisor score. Here’s what we know, what’s missing, and how to verify updates.