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.
A popular restaurant chain has closed permanently in Leeds city centre.
Popular pizzeria Franco Manca has closed its Leeds restaurant.
The chain was famed for its relaxed atmosphere, quick service and affordable sourdough Neapolitan pizzas that were on offer for as little as a fiver.
The chain occupied the site on the outskirts of Trinity Shopping Centre on Trinity Street, next door to Itsu and overlooking the back entrance of Marks and Spencer.
Hoardings have now gone up, signifying the site is now empty and Franco Manca has permanently closed.
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This can also be seen on Google when searching for the restaurant branch.
It was announced earlier this year that a number of Franco Manca's restaurants would be closing across the country.
This was down to a reconstructing plan approved by creditors for the chain. The brand said it had been knocked by “disproportionately high” UK taxes and a lack of business rates relief for hospitality.
Marcel Khan, chief executive of parent firm Fulham Shore, said at the time: “We are grateful for the support shown by our creditors today.
“Franco Manca is a fantastic brand with a strong heritage and loyal customer base. With this agreement in place, we will put the business back on a firm footing and press ahead with strengthening our customer offer and performance.”
The Leeds brand was not included in the initial list of restaurant closing, but it seems further closures were made.
Miami-inspired Leeds bodega to open second site in Horsforth following huge success of first
Clementine Hall
A sandwich shop in Leeds is expanding to the suburbs.
Famed for it’s toasted Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and loaded breakfast bagels - Alfonsos Deli has made a name for itself for serving some of the best sandwiches around the city.
Such a good reputation in fact, that they’ve just announced a second location over in the leafy suburb of Horsforth. Get in.
Currently, you'll find Alfonso's in the Grand Arcade where their light-filled and airy space is slinging out sandwiches non-stop until sell-out.
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It's not just sandwiches, though. They're also serving up fantastic Cuban coffee, beer and even Cuban cigars.
Basically, it's everything you'd expect to find in a deli in Miami.
The team shared the news of the expansion on social media, confirming that a brand-new Horsforth site is on the way.
While an official opening date is yet to be revealed, the announcement has already sparked plenty of excitement among loyal customers, many of whom have been calling for a second location since the deli first opened.
Alfonso's has built a devoted following in Leeds, with its signature Cubano sandwich becoming a firm favourite, while its breakfast bagels draw queues of hungover punters through the doors.
The move to Horsforth marks the next chapter for the independent business, bringing its popular menu to a whole new neighbourhood. And they're in fantastic company too, in a suburb that is flourishing with independent local businesses.
If the success of the Grand Arcade site is anything to go by, the new deli is likely to be just as busy from day one. More details, including an opening date and the full menu, are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Good luck to the team, we can't wait to check it out.
Sophie Smith -
15th October 2021 
