Travel and Tourism Exports Help Drive Growth
Travel was the single biggest change in exports in the first quarter of 2024, helping contribute to GDP growth. Kate Nicholls, Chief Executive of UKHospitality,…
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All the latest news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade industry.
BHA Funds Mental Health Course For Hospitality Workers
The Bristol Hoteliers Association (BHA) is funding a two-day mental health course for hospitality workers in the city. A dozen places are available on the…
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Cold Food, Long Waits – Britons’ Biggest Hospitality Bug Bears
Speed of service and hot food being served cold, are the biggest points of friction for pub, bar and restaurant customers, research from Zonal’s latest…
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The Very Best “Wales & West” Beers Revealed In Region’s Last Ever Competition
Salopian Brewery, Stroud Brewery, and Vale of Glamorgan Brewery (VOG) have taken home the three top spots in one of the UK’s biggest beer competitions…
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New First Minister Invited to Their Local to Discuss the Future of Scottish Pubs
The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) invites the new First Minister of Scotland for a drink to discuss the future of the nation’s pubs. The…
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Hospitality Ready To Invest And Grow, But Rising Costs Remain A Barrier
A joint survey by UKHospitality, the British Beer & Pub Association, Hospitality Ulster and the British Institute of Innkeeping showed that pubs and hospitality venues…
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Interest Rate Held – Hospitality Expert CEO of Peckwater Brands reacts
Sam Martin, CEO of Peckwater Brands, said: “The Bank of England is understandably unwilling to loosen its grip on inflation, particularly as concerns around rising…
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Wetherspoon Sales Up 5.2% in Q1
Like-for-like sales increased by 5.2% in the 13 weeks to 28 April 2024, compared to the same period last year. Year-to-date (YTD) like-for-like sales increased…
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Eurovision Song Contest Could Inject Upwards Of £72 Million Into UK Hospitality
The 2024 instalment of the Eurovision Song Contest could see more than £72 million spent in UK hospitality venues, according to a new survey* from…
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Hospitality Stars Named In ‘Skills Olympics’ Line-Up
Two talented rising hospitality stars are following in the footsteps of our sporting Olympic stars, as they prepare to represent the UK at WorldSkills Lyon…
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Government Says, Relax. Home Nations Will See Relaxation Of Licensing Laws For Euro 2024
Licensees around the country have cause for celebration a little early as today, the government confirmed it will relax Licensing Laws for the semi-finals and…
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Beer From Independent Breweries Returns To Pre-Pandemic Levels
A new report published today shows average beer production volumes amongst independent breweries have risen by 14% compared to 2023, returning to pre-pandemic levels for…
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Brewers Save “Vital Part of British Brewing History”
Thornbridge Brewery have worked with Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company (CMBC) to save a Burton Union set and in doing so ensure that a vital part…
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Sharjah Competition Holds Middle Eastern Promise For Talented Welsh Chefs
A team of six talented young chefs, including three debutants, will be representing Wales in a prestigious international culinary competition in the United Arab Emirates…
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First Minister Urged To Back Scottish Hospitality And Tourism
New First Minister should support and value hospitality and tourism as one of Scotland’s economic giants, UKHospitality Scotland has said. Leon Thompson, Executive Director of…
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