Unite Demands Consultations on Whitbread Redundancies
Unite, the UK’s hospitality union, has demanded consultations with Premier Inn-owner Whitbread over the proposed redundancies of 3,800 workers. Unite, which has hundreds of members…
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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.
‘Going Out’ Costs Rise By 12% On Average In 2 Years, Research Reveals
The cost of ‘going out’ has increased by 12% on average over the last 2 years. That’s according to new research from personal finance experts…
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Daventry Community Pub Relaunched Following Transformational Refurbishment
Popular community pub, the Pike & Eel on 1 Tamar Square in Daventry, relaunched on Thursday 23rd April following a transformational combined investment of £110,000…
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Independent Pub Company “Pub People” Show Support For Indie Beer
East Midlands pub operator Pub People has thrown its weight behind the independent brewing sector, activating across its 40-strong estate in support of National Indie…
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Valor Hospitality Receives Industry Recognition for Culture and Inclusion
Valor Hospitality has been recognised for its workplace excellence at IHG’s UK and Ireland Impact Awards. At a ceremony on 21st April, it received the…
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Royal State Visit Delivers Whisky Tariff Breakthrough for UK Drinks Trade
The UK’s licensed drinks trade is celebrating a significant commercial victory after US President Donald Trump announced the complete removal of American tariffs on whisky…
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Whitbread to Cut 3,800 Jobs Citing Rising Costs
The parent company of Premier Inn has announced plans to reduce its workforce by approximately 3,800 roles across the UK and Ireland, as part of…
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New Research Reveals the Hidden Human cost of Pub Closures
New research from Loughborough University suggests that loss often echoes through entire communities, affecting friendships, identities and local support networks in ways that statistics cannot…
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Punch Pubs & Co Honours Publicans at Glittering Oscar-style Awards Ceremony
Punch Pubs & Co. rolled out the red carpet this Monday as it hosted its National Publican of the Year Awards, an unforgettable celebration recognising…
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Michael Clitheroe FIH appointed to Institute of Hospitality Board of Trustees
The Institute of Hospitality has announced the appointment of Michael Clitheroe FIH CMgr MCMI, to its Board of Trustees for a three-year term, running from…
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1 In 3 Can’t Afford A Night Out: Despite 85% Of 18-35 Year Old’s Backing Nightlife As Costs And Taxes Bite
Young people still want to go out, but cost of living pressures and rising costs are shutting them out. Britain’s young people haven’t fallen out…
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Calorie Labelling Law Shows Limited Impact on Consumer Choices, Study Finds
A major new study examining England’s mandatory calorie labelling policy has found no clear evidence that the measure has significantly altered consumer purchasing behaviour in…
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Pub-Goers Tighten Their Wallets As Consumer Confidence Drops
The SLTA (Scottish Licensed Trade Association) has released the results of a flash survey, highlighting a fresh wave of challenges in the sector as consumers…
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World’s Longest Tiramisù Record Set in London
A new world record for the longest tiramisù has been set in London. Around 100 Italian chefs came together at Chelsea Town Hall over the…
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Calum Proud to Represent Wales in Global Young Chefs Challenge Final
A young Welsh chef, who is the talk of the private school where he is head chef, says competing in the Global Young Chefs Challenge…
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