Late Night Levy Extension ‘Damaging Blow’ For The Sector
Despite outdated evidence and opposition from the sector, the Home Office has confirmed today that the late night levy will be extended to: Allow local…
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New Research Reveals Growing Consumer Interest In Digitalisation Of Hospitality Experiences
The latest GO Technology report from hospitality tech provider Zonal and insight firm CGA by NIQ, reveals that the majority of consumers (55%) think that…
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Support Rainbow Migration with a Pint at The George IV
The George IV in Chiswick will be partnering up with Rainbow Migration – a charity that provides emotional and practical support to members of the…
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Travel Industry Shows Resilience in Face of Cost-of-Living Crisis
New research from world-leading hospitality group, Accor, has found that Britons are still prioritising travel despite the cost-of-living crisis facing many families. On average, consumers…
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Crafty Ayr Cocktail Connoisseur Crowned New Iron Bartender Winner
A crafty cocktail connoisseur from Ayr has been crowned this year’s Buzzworks Iron Bartender at an annual competition held by the leading hospitality group in…
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Star Pubs & Bars Invests £6.8m In External Makeovers
HEINEKEN-owned Star Pubs & Bars is investing £6.8m in developing premium outdoor areas and revamping pub exteriors in 2023, benefitting 220 pubs. The investment leverages…
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Popular Community Pub Reopens with New Licensee Following £180,000 Transformation
The Plume of Feathers in Little Wymondley, Hitchin reopened on Saturday 10th June following an investment of £180,00 from community pub company, Admiral Taverns. The…
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Bumper Bank Holidays Help Hospitality to 5.6% growth in May
Britain’s restaurant, pub and bar groups achieved an eighth consecutive month of year-on-year sales growth in May 2023, the latest Coffer CGA Business Tracker shows….
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Heatwave and Football Help Drinks Sales Beat Inflation in Early June
Drinks sales hit double-digit year-on-year growth last week as warm weather sent consumers flocking to pubs and bars. CGA by NIQ’s Drinks Recovery Tracker reveals…
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Refusal of Security Business Licensing Leaves Void in Counter Terrorism Duty says NTIA & UKDSA
The recent refusal by the Home Office to pursue the implementation of business licensing within the private security sector will weaken the ability for front…
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Amber Taverns Continues To Expand Its Geographic Footprint With Three New Pubs Opening This Month In Chester, Durham And Irvine
Amber Taverns, the operator of 165 high quality community, wet-led pubs located throughout the NE, NW and Midlands, Wales and Scotland, announces the opening of…
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Take A Look Inside New Northampton Pub
The Gardeners Arms on Wellingborough Road, in Northampton re-opened on Friday 9th June following a major investment of £217,000. The pub is part of the…
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Foodservice Price Inflation Jumps Back Above 20% in April
Price increases had begun to slow in the first quarter of this year, and inflation dipped below 20% in March for the first time since…
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Secret Pub Company Announce 4th Site
The Secret Pub Company has announced its expansion into a 4th site. The Lambley, located in its namesake village Lambley in Nottinghamshire, is due to…
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Trade Associations Make Plea To Save Small Firms Being Wiped Out By Energy Costs
Trade associations representing high-street businesses including pubs, breweries, hairdressers, local shops and other small businesses have today written to the Chair of the newly formed…
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