Hospitality VAT Petition Passed 250,000 as Campaign Officially Launches
The #VATsTheProblem petition, which was officially launched to consumers yesterday (July 1) and spearheaded by chef Tom Kerridge has surpassed…
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Government Issues Pub Opening Times Update for England v Mexico on July 6
Pubs hoping to screen England’s last-16 World Cup clash with Mexico on Monday have been told they can open beyond standard licensing hours…
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90% World Cup Boost for Pubs as England Progress to Last 16
Global payments company, Square, tracked how the group matches created distinct economic patterns for local businesses across major UK cities.
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World Cup Summer Expected to Deliver £4.2bn Boost to Food and Drink Sector as Live Screenings Provide Boost to Venues
New analysis indicates that the UK food and drink sector is set to be one of the biggest winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with pubs…
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One-In-Six Hospitality Venues Risk Closure, As Sector Unites Behind VAT Cut
As the Republic of Ireland reduces its hospitality VAT rate to 9% today, new survey results demonstrate the devastating impact of the cumulative cost and tax burden…
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First Ever World Cup Round of 32 to Boost UK Economy by Half a Million Pounds
The World Cup’s newly introduced knockout Round of 32 is set to generate an additional £499m for the retail and hospitality sectors, according to a recent report.
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England Top Spot Sparks 5.5 Million Extra Pints for UK Pubs as World Cup Delivers Sustained Hospitality Boost
England’s unbeaten run to the top of their World Cup group has generated an estimated 5.5 million additional pints of draught beer and cider for Britain’s pubs…
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Burnham’s Vision Reflects the Leadership UK Businesses Have Been Calling For Says NTIA
The Night Time Industry Association (NTIA) has responded positively to a speech delivered yesterday (June 29) by Andy Burnham, saying his remarks align closely with positions the organisation…
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London Mayor Announces Return of “Summer Streets” Programme
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has today (June 29) announced the 15 successful Summer Streets projects that will receive a share of nearly £500,000 to boost al fresco dining and events in the capital this summer.
Read more...BrewDog Pledges £1m Celebration Fund if England, Scotland or USA Reach World Cup Final
BrewDog has announced plans to fund up to £1 million worth of free beer for supporters if either England, Scotland or the United States secures a place in the FIFA World Cup final.
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England’s World Cup Campaign and Heatwave Deliver Powerful Midweek Boost for UK Hospitality
England’s second group-stage match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered another significant boost for the UK’s hospitality sector…
Read more...Scotland’s World Cup Campaign Delivers Strong On-Trade Boost North of the Border Despite Morocco Defeat
Scotland’s World Cup clash with Morocco provided a significant boost to hospitality venues north of the border, with pubs recording almost 50% higher draught sales than normal trading levels despite Steve Clarke’s side suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat.
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Frontline Workers Report Rising Stress and Sleep Disruption Linked to Customer Aggression
More than four in five (86%) frontline workers in the UK say customer abuse has caused them stress or anxiety.
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The Next Prime Minister “Must Back Nightlife”, says NTIA
Following the Prime Minister’s resignation and the anticipated entry of Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham into Westminster as MP for Makerfield…
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What Could an Andy Burnham Government Mean for Business Rates and Impact Retail and Hospitality?
With the former mayor of Manchester, Andy Burnham winning the Makerfield by-election and set to parachute himself into Parliament for a leadership contest against Kier Starmer, commentators are asking what the impact on the economy could be should he succeed in his plan and become Prime Minister.
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