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Andy Richardson

Feature Writer

Feature writer and food critic Andy Richardson interviews celebrities, writes columns and hangs out with chefs for stories that appear across all group titles.

November 9, 2024

Supporting image for story: I scaled new heights to try a legendary phall in the West Midlands and it was hotter than a heatwave

I scaled new heights to try a legendary phall in the West Midlands and it was hotter than a heatwave

October 31, 2024

Supporting image for story: Comment: Rachel Reeves listened to public's demand for change in the Budget – but will it work?

Comment: Rachel Reeves listened to public's demand for change in the Budget – but will it work?

October 19, 2024

Supporting image for story: I discovered a pocket of sheer delight in a West Midlands town derided as 'a dump' on Tripadvisor

I discovered a pocket of sheer delight in a West Midlands town derided as 'a dump' on Tripadvisor

Supporting image for story: Broadway hit The Book of Mormon coming to West Midlands

Broadway hit The Book of Mormon coming to West Midlands

October 17, 2024

Supporting image for story: Comment: Liam Payne's death is a tragedy and highlights the pressures of global stardom

Comment: Liam Payne's death is a tragedy and highlights the pressures of global stardom

October 16, 2024

Supporting image for story: 'Why hapless Tory MPs have well and truly shot themselves in the foot' – Andy Richardson

'Why hapless Tory MPs have well and truly shot themselves in the foot' – Andy Richardson

October 14, 2024

Supporting image for story: 'Gifted, mercurial, and loveable' – Birmingham Michelin starred restaurateur Glynn Purnell will bounce back - here's why

'Gifted, mercurial, and loveable' – Birmingham Michelin starred restaurateur Glynn Purnell will bounce back - here's why

October 13, 2024

Supporting image for story: I was in search of burgers but went to a tried and trusted favourite which was spot on - again

I was in search of burgers but went to a tried and trusted favourite which was spot on - again

October 9, 2024

Supporting image for story: I wonder – just what were the BBC questions Boris Johnson managed to dodge?

I wonder – just what were the BBC questions Boris Johnson managed to dodge?

September 29, 2024

Supporting image for story: I visited an Indian restaurant in Kidderminster and enjoyed a near perfect dining experience

I visited an Indian restaurant in Kidderminster and enjoyed a near perfect dining experience

September 28, 2024

Supporting image for story: Pure joy as Ian Broudie goes back on the road

Pure joy as Ian Broudie goes back on the road

September 21, 2024

Supporting image for story: The Creation of the Oasis phenomenon

The Creation of the Oasis phenomenon

September 15, 2024

Supporting image for story: I stepped inside a restaurant that could make you fall off your favourite diet

I stepped inside a restaurant that could make you fall off your favourite diet

September 11, 2024

Supporting image for story: 'Corporate PM Sir Keir Starmer is happy to play villain' – Andy Richardson

'Corporate PM Sir Keir Starmer is happy to play villain' – Andy Richardson

September 8, 2024

Supporting image for story: I visited a thriving country pub near Bridgnorth rescued by the local community - here's what to expect from the food

I visited a thriving country pub near Bridgnorth rescued by the local community - here's what to expect from the food

September 7, 2024

Supporting image for story: PP Arnold: Living a dream with superstars

PP Arnold: Living a dream with superstars

September 4, 2024

Supporting image for story: 'Why has so little has changed since Grenfell tragedy?' – Andy Richardson

'Why has so little has changed since Grenfell tragedy?' – Andy Richardson

August 31, 2024

Supporting image for story: Rock star’s life beyond Police

Rock star’s life beyond Police

August 27, 2024

Supporting image for story: Why are Oasis reuniting? It may stir the emotions – but mostly this is all about good business

Why are Oasis reuniting? It may stir the emotions – but mostly this is all about good business

August 24, 2024

Supporting image for story: 'We're still rocking!' Owner of Bilston's Robin speaks of his love for music venue

'We're still rocking!' Owner of Bilston's Robin speaks of his love for music venue

August 17, 2024

Supporting image for story: Huey’s fun lovin’ life as a rock’n’roll icon

Huey’s fun lovin’ life as a rock’n’roll icon

July 20, 2024

Supporting image for story: Rocker Shaun Ryder tells it like it is – warts and all

Rocker Shaun Ryder tells it like it is – warts and all

July 15, 2024

Supporting image for story: 'Fake reviewers demanding a ransom are threatening to ruin my restaurant - it’s frightening'

'Fake reviewers demanding a ransom are threatening to ruin my restaurant - it’s frightening'

July 13, 2024

Supporting image for story: Queen of the West End: Kerry Ellis goes on the road

Queen of the West End: Kerry Ellis goes on the road

July 9, 2024

Supporting image for story: Hamilton star role ‘a dream come true’

Hamilton star role ‘a dream come true’

July 7, 2024

Supporting image for story: I visited a Japanese restaurant in Shropshire and discovered a warm glow and considerable comfort

I visited a Japanese restaurant in Shropshire and discovered a warm glow and considerable comfort

July 3, 2024

Supporting image for story: Big Interview: Faye Tozer Steps into exciting role as iconic Disney villainess

Big Interview: Faye Tozer Steps into exciting role as iconic Disney villainess

Supporting image for story: Where I expect 'Portillo Moments' to happen on general election night

Where I expect 'Portillo Moments' to happen on general election night

June 30, 2024

Supporting image for story: I discovered real ale and hearty grub at a traditional pub with the warmest welcome

I discovered real ale and hearty grub at a traditional pub with the warmest welcome

June 29, 2024

Supporting image for story: Cruella role is not a dog’s life for actress Kym

Cruella role is not a dog’s life for actress Kym

June 27, 2024

Supporting image for story: 'Thank God this weird general election will end soon' – Andy Richardson on the strangest of fights for Number 10

'Thank God this weird general election will end soon' – Andy Richardson on the strangest of fights for Number 10

June 23, 2024

Supporting image for story: Review: I visited a traditional Shropshire pub and was transported back to the 1980s

Review: I visited a traditional Shropshire pub and was transported back to the 1980s

June 22, 2024

Supporting image for story: Grease is the word as musical hits road

Grease is the word as musical hits road

June 19, 2024

Supporting image for story: 'Tory's Duracell Bunny is running out of power' – General election comment by Andy Richardson

'Tory's Duracell Bunny is running out of power' – General election comment by Andy Richardson

June 12, 2024

Supporting image for story: 'Karma has bit Rishi Sunak on the backside' – Andy Richardson on the Tory's disastrous election campaign

'Karma has bit Rishi Sunak on the backside' – Andy Richardson on the Tory's disastrous election campaign

June 6, 2024

Supporting image for story: Star comment – the debt our nation owes to D-Day heroes

Star comment – the debt our nation owes to D-Day heroes

June 1, 2024

Supporting image for story: Ross a master of the art of the grill

Ross a master of the art of the grill

May 26, 2024

Supporting image for story: Curtain to go up on David Walliams' Awful Auntie

Curtain to go up on David Walliams' Awful Auntie

May 23, 2024

Supporting image for story: Gun is fired on a general election – now let us await the promises. Comment by Andy Richardson.

Gun is fired on a general election – now let us await the promises. Comment by Andy Richardson.

May 18, 2024

Supporting image for story: Curtain’s up for The Syndicate

Curtain’s up for The Syndicate

May 12, 2024

Supporting image for story: 'I had an epic hot dog at a restaurant that's marvellous both inside and out'

'I had an epic hot dog at a restaurant that's marvellous both inside and out'

May 11, 2024

Supporting image for story: Richard Hawley: A love letter to singer’s home

Richard Hawley: A love letter to singer’s home

May 5, 2024

Supporting image for story: Food review: My meal at this affordable Shropshire pub ticked all the boxes

Food review: My meal at this affordable Shropshire pub ticked all the boxes

April 28, 2024

Supporting image for story: I visited one of Bridgnorth’s most handsome restaurants - this is my honest review

I visited one of Bridgnorth’s most handsome restaurants - this is my honest review

April 13, 2024

Supporting image for story: James's Tim Booth: Songs in tune with joy of life

James's Tim Booth: Songs in tune with joy of life

April 10, 2024

Can Brand Andy beat the Tory blues to win West Midlands mayoral race?

April 7, 2024

Supporting image for story: The Big Debate: Time to turn off the heating?

The Big Debate: Time to turn off the heating?

March 30, 2024

Supporting image for story: How music that inspired new BBC drama This Town was a unifying force

How music that inspired new BBC drama This Town was a unifying force

March 23, 2024

Supporting image for story: Julian Clary delighted to able to show off his outrageous side on visit to Shrewsbury and Birmingham

Julian Clary delighted to able to show off his outrageous side on visit to Shrewsbury and Birmingham

Supporting image for story: The Coral are back on song

The Coral are back on song