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Hospitality’s Festive Trading Peak Extends Beyond December, Square Data Reveals
Hospitality businesses should look beyond December when preparing for the festive trading season, with new analysis from payments platform Square identifying a series of major trading peaks spanning November, December and January.
Lincolnshire Pub Creates Community Café To Overcome Social Isolation
A village pub in Skellingthorpe, Lincolnshire is strengthening its role as a vital social hub with the launch of a new community café. Publican Georgina Ford recently took over The Plough bringing the pub back to life as the hub of the area for local residents.
Weather Doesn’t Dampen Spirits of Wellbeing Walkers in Bristol
Some wild and wicked weather failed to dampen the spirits of hardy hospitality staff who braved the elements for the annual Walk for Wellbeing in…
“The Price of a Night Out Has Reached Its Limit”: NTIA Issues Budget Warning as Consumer Spending Rises 34%
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) has issued a stark warning ahead of today’s Autumn Budget, declaring that consumers have reached an affordability ceiling when…
Pubs Brace for Potential Duty Increase as Budget Approaches
Proposed alcohol duty increase could add 2p to a pint as debate over pub drinking policies intensifies. Pub operators are facing renewed concerns over rising costs after reports that Chancellor John Healey…
Marston’s Pubs Call on Communities to Raise a Glass for the Royal British Legion
Marston’s Raise a Glass campaign returns this week, bringing pubs and communities across the country together in support of the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal,…
Wetherspoon Denies Poppy Ban Following Gosport Pub Incident
Pub operator JD Wetherspoon has rejected suggestions that it prohibits customers from wearing Remembrance poppies in its pubs, following reports that several people were refused…
Living Wage Set for 3.9% Rise as Hospitality Warns of Pressure on Entry-Level Jobs
The National Living Wage is expected to increase by 3.9% to around £13.20 an hour from 2027, with the rate for younger workers rising by…
Warrington Pub Set for £150,000 Refurbishment as ‘The Lord Rodney’ Returns
A well-known Warrington town centre venue is set to undergo a massive £150,000 transformation, restoring its historic identity and elevating its entertainment and sports offering…
MPs call for 10% VAT Pilot on Food and Accommodation in Northern Ireland to Support Hospitality Sector
The VAT rate on hospitality food and accommodation in Northern Ireland should be cut to 10% for a trial period of four years to help…
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Bidfood Celebrates Three Years Championing Food and Drink SMEs Through its Open Doors Programme
Bidfood has marked the third anniversary of its Open Doors Programme, celebrating 33 innovative food and drink suppliers it has introduced into the wholesale market.
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Can You Still Hire A Chef From Abroad? The Trade Deal Visa Few Operators Have Heard Of
For years, the answer to an empty station in a busy kitchen was often found overseas. According to Home Office data, 6,203 chefs were granted Skilled Worker visas in the year to March 2024, more than any other occupation on the route.
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Can You Still Hire A Chef From Abroad? The Trade Deal Visa Few Operators Have Heard Of
For years, the answer to an empty station in a busy kitchen was often found overseas. According to Home Office data, 6,203 chefs were granted Skilled Worker visas in the year to March 2024, more than any other occupation on the route.
