Editor’s Viewpoint: The Government’s Relentless Tax Assault on Hospitality
By Peter Adams, Editor, CLH News. As February 1st arrives, so does yet another hammer blow to the UK’s struggling hospitality and licensed on-trade sector….
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All the latest business news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade.
Growth Plan Must Include Foundation Economy
Following the Chancellors plans for economic growth announced yesterday (January 29) UKHospitality is urging the Chancellor to bring forward a specific growth plan for hospitality,…
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St Austell Brewery Expands Managed Pub Estate in West Cornwall with The Godolphin
St Austell Brewery has acquired the lease of one of Cornwall’s most iconic pubs. The Godolphin in Marazion joins the company’s 46-strong managed pub estate….
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Pints, Points & Pubs: Six Nations Fans Drive Beer Sales Sky High
The Six Nations Championship isn’t just a festival of rugby—it’s a golden opportunity for pubs and bars. With fans packing in to watch the action,…
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Embracing Neurodiversity In The Workplace “Key To Success For Hospitality”
The LTC (Licensed Trade Charity) has launched a new employment guide to help managers recruit, onboard and retain more neurodiverse teams in hospitality. Free to…
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SLTA Survey Reveals 6% Of Scottish Licensed Hospital Venues Considering Closure
ON the same day that the Chancellor announces plans to kickstart the UK’s floundering economy, the Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA) reveals in its latest…
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Hospitality Sector Faces Growing Challenges as Closures Continue
The UK hospitality industry experienced a turbulent final quarter of 2024, with an average of more than eight venues shutting their doors each day, according…
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Chancellor Must Put VAT Relief Back on the Table for Spring Budget to Prevent Industry Collapse Says NTIA
The UK’s nightlife and hospitality sector is in critical condition as businesses brace for a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced relief. Despite a…
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BII Open Letter to Chancellor as Members Prepare for the Worst
Steve Alton, CEO of the British Institute of Innkeeping (BII), has written an open letter to the Chancellor, calling for the cancellation of the planned…
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Admiral Taverns Leads The Way In UK-Wide Pub Licensee Survey
Admiral Taverns has once again ranked first in the annual independent licensee sentiment tracker for the UK’s leased and tenanted pub sector (‘The Licensee Index’…
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SquareMeal Names BANK Bristol in UK’s Top 100 Restaurants for 2025
© Copyright Jaggery and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence. Totterdown-based neighbourhood restaurant, BANK Bristol has been included in SquareMeal’s prestigious list of…
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NTIA Urges UK Mayors To Follow Andy Burnham’s Lead In Investing In Sustainable Transport
The (NTIA) is urging mayors and local leaders across the UK to follow the example set by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham in addressing the…
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Nearly-Flat GDP Growth Is Reflection Of Difficult Trading Conditions, Says Small Firms
The Government must now make good on its statements that growth is its number one priority – its recent call for regulators to put forward…
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Celebrate “Support An Independent Pub Day” This February
Pub enthusiasts and grassroots organizations, including the London Pub Explorer and CityStack London Pub Collection, are rallying behind independent pubs for a special event: Support…
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Calls to Reduce VAT in Hospitality Revived in Parliament
The debate surrounding VAT reductions for the UK hospitality sector was reignited in Parliament this week as MP Emma Lewell-Buck questioned Chancellor Rachel Reeves on…
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