UK Hospitality Collapses Remain High After 762 Fail In Q1
The number of hospitality businesses entering insolvency remained alarming in the first quarter of the year, reflecting challenging trading conditions for the industry. Some 762…
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All the latest restaurants news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade industry.
UK Eating Out Market Forecast to Reach £102.8bn in 2026 as Branded Operators Outperform
The UK eating out market is forecast to reach £102.8bn in value in 2026, representing +1.8% growth year on year, according to the latest Lumina…
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Hospitality Among Hardest Hit as UK Job Vacancies Fall to Five-Year Low
The UK’s licensed hospitality and pub trade is facing a deepening recruitment and retention challenge after new labour market data revealed that lower-paying sectors —…
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Longer Social Occasions Sustain Spend as Drinking Moderation Continues to Shape UK On Trade
New insight from The Oxford Partnership suggests UK consumers remain highly engaged with pubs, bars and hospitality occasions despite softer drinks volume performance, as longer…
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Rōti Modern Mediterranean Launches UK Expansion
US casual dining brand Rōti Modern Mediterranean, has launched in the UK with three London kitchens now live exclusively on Uber Eats and the introduction…
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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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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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