WTTC Hails London as a Model for Growth as Global Travel Leaders Gathered for WTM
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has welcomed the launch of the new Oxford Street traffic-free zone in London, supporting its view that the…
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Business
All the latest business news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade.
Wetherspoon to Open New Pub in London’s West End in London Trocadero
Pub operator JD Wetherspoon is set to open its new pub in London’s West End on Tuesday 17 November, creating 100 new jobs. The pub,…
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Tube Strikes the “Last Thing London’s Nightlife and Hospitality Sector Needs”
London Underground drivers will stage eight days of strike action over the next four months in a dispute over pay and working conditions, in a…
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Tourism Businesses Face Continued Pressures as Confidence Falls
New figures unveiled at Cumbria Tourism’s November Members’ Meeting show continued pressure on tourism businesses across the county, with rising costs, reduced consumer spending and concerns around future viability all weighing on confidence.
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Phoenix Tavern to Rise From Ashes as Kent Restauranteur Relaunches Faversham Pub
Dev Biswal, the owner-chef of The Cook’s Tale (formerly The Ambrette) restaurant and Marrakesh Café in Canterbury, has acquired the fourteen-century Phoenix Tavern in Faversham, in time for Christmas.
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Hoteliers Could Face Up to 14 Years in Jail for Evading Visitor Levy Under New Bill
Hoteliers and other accommodation providers in England who deliberately dodge a proposed overnight visitor levy could be jailed for up to 14 years, under legislation…
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East India Arms Refurbishment Marks Latest Shepherd Neame’s Investment
One of the City of London’s most historic pubs, the East India Arms, has reopened following a refurbishment by independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame. Situated on Fenchurch Street in the heart of the City, the traditional London pub…
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OpenTable Reveals Brits Are Finding New Reasons to Dine Out in 2027
OpenTable has unveiled its 2027 Dining Trends Report, revealing the habits shaping the nation’s restaurant scene including emerging dining hotspots, a growing appetite for everyday dining and becoming a familiar face at a favourite restaurant.
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Restaurants’ Delivery Sales Strengthen In September After Tough Summer
Restaurants have made a solid start to Autumn delivery and takeaway sales with like-for-like growth of 2.3% in September, the latest NIQ Hospitality at Home Tracker shows.
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Bold Future for Venue Hospitality as Restaurant Associates Venues Join Company of Cooks
Two of the most respected names in British venue hospitality have come together. Restaurant Associates Venues and its teams have joined Company of Cooks, creating one specialist brand dedicated to delivering exceptional food, drink and experiences to clients and customers in distinctive cultural, heritage and leisure destinations.
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Oswestry Community Pub Officially Reopens Following Makeover
The Boars Head, located on Willow Street in Oswestry, officially reopened on Thursday 29th October following an investment of over £450,000. The pub is part of Proper Pubs, the community wet-led operator division of Admiral Taverns.
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CAMRA Issues Warning to Potential Developers Regarding Sale of Pubs
CAMRA has urged prospective buyers considering pubs for conversion to take care when reading sales listings, as some of the language used may not reflect the planning position.
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Punch Pub & Co. Acquires The Flying Monk Pub In Chippenham
Pub company Punch Pubs & Co has added to its growing portfolio with the acquisition of the Flying Monk in Chippenham. The pub on Market Place will undergo a refurbishment…
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Wetherspoon Reports 8.2% Like-for-Like Growth as Tim Martin Warns on Pub Labour Costs
J D Wetherspoon has reported like-for-like (LFL) sales growth of 8.2% for the first 14 weeks of its financial year, as chairman Tim Martin used…
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Shepshed Community Pub Reopens Following Extensive Refurbishment
Community pub, the Bull & Bush on Sullington Road in Shepshed officially reopen on Saturday 31st October following a transformational combined investment of over £230,000 from the licensee, Craig Issacs and Admiral Taverns.
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