‘Endless’ Sector Business Cost Rises Risk Inflationary Spike
The annual rate of inflation has risen, official figures show. The rate of inflation rose to 4%, according to the Office for National Statistics, an…
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Hotels
All the latest hotels news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade industry.
Business Preparation And Cost Recovery Critical For Visitor Levy
As the Visitor Levy Bill is debated in the Scottish Parliament, UKHospitality Scotland is urging MSPs to put the needs of accommodation businesses at the…
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UK Hotels Perform Better Than Expected In November
Occupancy and room rates of UK hotels held up better than expected in November. Despite following seasonal trends and declining slightly, both indicators outperformed the…
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UK’s Largest Independent Hotel Group Prepares For Significant 2024 Expansion Plan
The UK’s largest independent hotel group has started the new year with a bang – announcing major plans to expand and renovate its existing portfolio…
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Warwickshire Hotel Launches New Brailled Guide For Visually Impaired Guests
A Warwickshire hotel has taken a big step toward inclusivity and accessibility with the launch of its pioneering braille wedding guide – coinciding with National…
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Action on Growth, Investment and Jobs Critical in 2024
In a New Year message, UKHospitality outlines its priorities for the next year. UKHospitality Chief Executive Kate Nicholls said: “Hospitality businesses will be hoping this…
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Card Spending Grew just 4.1% in 2023 with Pubs & Bars Enjoy Strong Sales
Consumer card spending increased just 4.1 per cent year-on-year in 2023 – noticeably lower than the growth seen in 2022 (10.6 per cent) – as…
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Warwickshire Hotel Runs Festive ‘Golden Ticket’ Charity Drive
A hotel based in the heart of Warwickshire is set to spread the true spirit of giving this festive season with its ‘golden ticket’ drive…
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Inverness Hotel Awarded 4 Stars After Major Investment
A hotel in Inverness’ historic quarter is celebrating being upgraded to 4 Stars, cementing 5-fold growth and millions of investment over the last 17 years….
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The Burnt Chef Project Encourages Operators to Boost Their Colleagues’ Morale This Christmas
The team behind The Burnt Chef Project has joined forces with Morale, the world’s kindest social networking platform, to encourage hospitality businesses and operators to…
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WTTC’s ‘Hotel Sustainability Basics’ Ends 2023 on a High
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Hotel Sustainability Basics is set to end if first year on a high with more than 1,300 hotels…
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Hospitality Urges Welsh Government to Provide £50, Rates Relief Lifeline
UKHospitality Cymru is calling on Welsh Government to boost beleaguered pubs, hotels and restaurants in Wales and provide vital business rates relief in next week’s…
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Savoy Educational Trust And Springboard Join Forces To Promote Hospitality Careers
Savoy Educational Trust and Springboard have announced a three-year partnership to promote hospitality careers to more than 300,000 prospects. They will offer industry training, put…
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Edinburgh Expansion For European Hotel Group
International hotel operator MEININGER is expanding into Edinburgh after agreeing a deal with property development company S Harrison, which will see a 1970s office building…
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The Grand Hotel Eastbourne Welcomes new Head Chef, Alex Burtenshaw, to the Mirabelle
The Grand Hotel in Eastbourne is delighted to announce the appointment of Head Chef Alex Burtenshaw, to the Mirabelle Restaurant. Alex joins from Port Hotel…
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