Spaghetti House Closes After Seven Decades as Administration Ends Iconic Italian Chain
One of London’s most enduring Italian restaurant brands has fallen silent, as Spaghetti House — a fixture on the capital’s dining scene for 70 years…
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Restaurants
All the latest restaurants news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade industry.
LTC and KAM Insight Reveal Major Impact of Stress On Licensed Hospitality Sector
Recent research conducted by the LTC (Licensed Trade Charity) and KAM reveals the growing impact of workplace pressure, stress and sleep disruption on both employees…
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UK Tops 2026 Global Property Tax Rankings
The UK has the highest property tax burden of any major economy, according to new analysis published in global tax firm Ryan’s 2026 Annual Business…
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Geopolitical Shocks Threaten Severe Inflation After Foodservice Prices Dip in March
Food and drink prices in the hospitality sector fell by 1.4% month-on-month in March, according to the latest Foodservice Price Index from NIQ and Prestige…
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Preventing Dine & Dash with CardsSafe
Having worked with hospitality businesses for over two decades, from hotels to pub chains, sports venues, bars and restaurants, we’re often engaged in the conversation…
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Young National Chef of the Year Semi-Finalists Revealed as Live Cook-Offs Return
The Craft Guild of Chefs has announced the semi-finalists for Young National Chef of the Year, with chefs set to compete in live cook-offs in…
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Middle East Conflict to Slow UK Consumer Spending Growth From 0.9% to 0.3% Survey Reveals
The conflict in the Middle East is forecast to weigh on the UK economy and exacerbate longstanding challenges for retail and hospitality businesses, according to…
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Discounts Tempt Diners, But Eating Out Remains First Area Consumers Cut Back On, RSM UK finds
Nearly half of all consumers (48%) say discounts or multi-buy offers would encourage them to visit a hospitality venue, according to RSM UK’s Consumer Outlook*….
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Spending Falls -0.1 Per Cent In April After 16 Months Of Growth, But Consumers Show Resilience Amid Ongoing Uncertainty
Consumer card spending declined -0.1 per cent year-on-year in April – the first fall since November 2024 (-0.5 per cent) and below the latest CPIH…
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Tough Trading Ahead for Hospitality as Consumers Cut Back on Going Out
New research from PwC UK has revealed growing pressure on discretionary spending, with almost three in 10 consumers planning to go out less, adding to…
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Prevent and Protect: What Martyn’s Law Means for Hospitality
We’re halfway through the implementation period for Martyn’s Law, which means certain premises and events now have one year to ensure they meet the requirements…
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Industry Leaders Back Better Hospitality Campaign for a Fairer, Stronger, More Inclusive Sector.
Be Inclusive Hospitality has launched a significant sector wide survey as part of its new Better Hospitality campaign, backed by hospitality leaders and organisations from…
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Three Quarters of UK SMEs Unsure They Can Pay Bills Next Month, New Data Warns
Three quarters (76%) of UK small and medium sized businesses, in particular in the hospitality sector say they are unsure whether they can meet their…
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Government Urged To Provide Hospitality Energy Support
In a letter to the Chancellor, UKHospitality has outlined six clear measures that the Government can bring forward to provide targeted energy support for hospitality…
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Perthshire Hotel to Relaunch Fine Dining Restaurant as Part of £30 million Investment
A Perthshire hotel is set to relaunch its award-winning fine dining restaurant, Eòlas, following a £1 million investment in its kitchen infrastructure and guest experience….
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