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Former MasterChef finalist Tony Rodd has announced the closure of his Blackheath restaurant 'Copper & Ink' after five years.

He told his followers online that the decision was made with a "heavy heart" - but the cost of energy had increased his bills by 拢1,000 a month, and regular customers were also coming in less frequently because of the cost of living crisis.

What's more, Tony paints a bleak picture for the London hospitality sector - and has warned that other restaurants in the capital may meet the same fate as his.

He's been speaking to Kath Melandri on 麻豆社 Radio London.

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