A West Yorkshire police officer has been sacked after taking two Jaffa Cakes without paying the full price from a station tuck shop.
Usual arguments break out about Jaffa Cakes about their classification: are they a biscuit or a cake?
But at a Halifax police station, a far more severe row has broken out after a police officer took two packets of Jaffa Cakes from the police tuck shop without paying full price.
The police officer in question was found guilty of gross misconduct and given an instant dismissal.
The Halifax officer sacked for their donation was 90p short. / Image: Canva
Police believe that the Jaffa Cake incident had brought "discredit on the police and the service".
The Halifax police station set up the confectionary stall in early 2021, where the table sold crisps, chocolate and fizzy drinks in aid of a charity trip to Uganda.
According to sources, there were only two 5p coins left in the cash tin, but the Jaffa Cakes were priced at 50p each in the station, making the sacked officer 90p short of his £1 donation.
The police officer that has been sacked denied breaching police standards and thought that any underpayment would have been a "genuine mistake".
However genuine this may have been, the mistake was understood to be a case of gross misconduct and the officer has been sacked as a result.
Going through the disciplinary procedures can be a difficult and emotional time for any person. Punishments can end is verbal or written warnings, suspension, demotion or transfer and dismissal depending on the findings of a hearing.
In this case, the decision was made to sack the police officer from Halifax, so if you need a reminder to pay in full at your local charity stall for a sweet treat, this is it.
Leeds restaurant The Cut & Craft has announced further expansion plans for the spring.
Swanky all-day dining restaurant and bar, The Cut & Craft, is expanding its popular Leeds site, investing a whopping £1.2 million to create a new adjoining elegant bar, lounge and private spaces.
Located within the former historic Collinson’s Cafe, the renovation will transform the former neighbouring Paul Smith store, to extend the existing brand offering.
The extension will celebrate the original beauty of the space, whilst acknowledging the legacy of Wallace Hartley - a talented musician who played at Collinson’s Cafe in the early 1900s before his role as bandleader on Titanic during its maiden voyage.
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The Grade II-listed building’s features including its iconic glass dome, stained glass and circular central bar will remain, with the addition of two beautifully designed private dining rooms.
The extension is due for competition this spring and will transform the existing venue into a space with seating for an impressive 370 covers.
Oscar Akgul, CEO at The Cut & Craft said: “Planning for this new chapter began within the first year of opening. By year two, it was clear that we required additional space to serve the city’s appetite for The Cut & Craft’s signature hospitality.
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“The brand’s deep affinity with the Victoria Quarter and the heritage of the building played an essential role in the decision to grow here.
“We want to thank our regular guests and everyone who has joined us at The Cut & Craft Leeds since opening and we look forward to entering this exciting new chapter with you all.”
This iconic Leeds pub is selling 25p pints for the weekend alongside a 70’s-inspired menu
Clementine Hall
Whitelock's Ale House in Leeds are turning back the clocks for four days only.
Ever fancied giving time travel a go? Well now's your chance, as a historic Leeds pub are looking back to time gone by for the weekend.
Whitelock's Ale House are collaborating with Double Diamond beer, an iconic British pale ale made popular in the 70's and now somewhat having a resurgence.
From this Thursday 26 February until Sunday 1 March 2026, pints of Double Diamond will be available for just 25p.
Yep, you can't even get a Freddo for 25p these days let alone a cold, refreshing pint.
Guests will be able to grab their first pint of Double Diamond for 25p along with a nostalgic specials menu from the Whitelock's kitchen.
And if you know anything about their food, it's always class so this specials menu will be absolutely no exception.
The specials menu includes a french onion quiche, a coronation chicken sandwich, gammon, pineapple, egg and chips and to top it all off, a raspberry Swiss roll with custard.
You can get three courses for just £30 and you can either pre-order or order individually when you're there.
This is set to be a real blast from the past, so rally your mates together and prepare for a trip down memory lane and for what could be the cheapest pint of your life.
You can find out more and book your table at Whitelock's Ale House here.
Sophie Smith -
15th October 2021 
