‘Much-Needed’ Night-time Economy Review To Cut Red Tape
The Conservative Party has pledged to a review of the nighttime economy in England, which will include overhauling licensing laws and planning rules. A review…
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Campaign For Pubs Calls On Election Candidates To Pledge Support And Save Pubs
The Campaign for Pubs has launched #PledgeforPubs, asking candidates in the 2024 General Election to commit to support and save pubs in the next Parliament…
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Cool Weather Pushes Drinks Sales Down 10% But Wine Shines
Drinks sales in Britain’s On Premise have fallen year-on-year for the fourth week in a row despite another good performance from the wine category. CGA…
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NTIA Challenges Political Parties: What Will You Do For Nightlife?
Michael Kill, CEO of the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA), stated: “The night time economy has suffered irreparable damage throughout the pandemic and now due…
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Inflation Target Being Met Is ‘Strongest Signal Yet’ To Cut Rates
Inflation falling to 2% should give the Bank of England confidence to ease pressure on businesses through a rate cut, UKHospitality says. The Bank of…
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Brits Set To Drink Over 600 Million Pints Throughout Euro 2024 – Almost Double The Consumption For Euro 2020
Brits are expected to sink more than 600 million pints throughout Euro 2024, according to reports. That figure is almost double that of what was…
Read more...New UK Government Must Appoint Night Time Economy Minister Urges NTIA
The United Kingdom’s night time economy (NTE) is at a pivotal point, struggling to meet global standards due to a lack of dedicated representation and…
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Hospitality Groups Beat Mixed Weather And Inflation With 3.6% Growth
Britain’s leading hospitality groups achieved year-on-year sales growth of 3.6% in May 2024 despite disappointing weather in many parts of Britain, the latest CGA RSM…
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Hospitality Insolvencies Highlight Crippling Challenges Faced By The Sector
Newly released company insolvency statistics show accommodation and food service insolvencies increased 27% in the year to April 2024 (from 3,004 in the 12 months…
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Footie And Father’s Day Boost The UK On Trade
Over the weekend the Euros and Father’s Day celebrations provided a significant boost to beer and cider sales, yet again showcasing the critical role of…
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Political Parties Have “Not Grasped the Business Rates Issue”
“Looking at the newly launched election manifestos from the three main political parties in this year’s general election, it has become apparent that none of…
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Drinks Sales Feel The Chill In Early June
Low temperatures are holding down drinks sales in June, CGA by NIQ’s Daily Drinks Tracker shows. Average sales in managed venues in the seven days…
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England Euros Victory Worth£800M to Nations Pubs
Pubs and bars could be set for an almost billion pound boost, if the Three Lions are victorious this summer. As the tournament kicks off,…
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Almost 20 Million Extra Pints Expected To Be Enjoyed During The Euros
On the eve of the European Championships kicking off tonight, Friday 14 June with Germany versus Scotland (with Serbia versus England two days later on…
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Euros Boost For Father’s Day Bookings
Latest insight from hospitality technology partner Zonal reveals Father’s Day bookings are up 44% compared to last year, as Brits gear up to celebrate their…
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