Risks to Workers from Extreme Heat Must Be Managed
Employers need to act now to make sure their workers are protected as a heat health alert has been issued for parts of the country until Tuesday 23 June.
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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.
Summer VAT Cut to Family Days Out Poised to Boost UK Hospitality, New Findings Show
The Government’s VAT cut for family days out is poised to boost UK hospitality as consumers plan to take advantage of the cost savings and go out more this summer, according to new research from RSM UK’s Consumer Outlook.
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Hospitality Insolvencies Fall as Hot Weather Stimulates Demand
Today’s company insolvency statistics show accommodation and food services insolvencies fell 9% month-on-month from 301 in April 2026 to 274 in May 2026, and were also down compared to the same month in 2025 (296).
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England’s World Cup Win Delivers Midweek Boost For Hospitality
England’s opening World Cup victory over Croatia provided a welcome boost for the UK’s hospitality sector on Wednesday evening, with football fans flocking to pubs and bars to watch the Three Lions begin their campaign with a win.
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NTIA Calls on Andy Burnham to Champion the Night-Time Economy at the Highest Levels of Government
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) has congratulated Andy Burnham on his victory in Makerfield but has called for urgent reform.
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Bristol Community Pub Reopened Following Transformational Makeover
The Union Arms, located in Bristol, officially reopened earlier this month following a transformational investment of more than £416,000.
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Brains and Breaking Brands Collaborate To Open Brewing and Sports Led Venue In Cardiff
Brains Brewery has partnered with Breaking Brands, a successful Welsh-based pubco, to open an immersive beer experience at the former home of Brains Brewery in…
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Travel Powered by Booking.com Supported €691 Billion in Economic Activity Across Europe in 2025
Booking.com and Oxford Economics today unveiled new research showing how travel demand facilitated by Booking.com is supporting jobs, businesses and economic growth across Europe…
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Lidl Opens World’s First Supermarket Pub in Northern Ireland
German discount retailer Lidl has today officially opened what is believed to be the world’s first supermarket-owned pub, a 60-seat venue called The Middle Ale, situated adjacent to its existing store in Dundonald, County Down, Northern Ireland.
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Too Many Critics Charity Event Raises Over £130,000 To Fight Global Hunger
Monday, the 15th of June 2026, marked the 25th anniversary of Too Many Critics in partnership with OpenTable charity event to fight global hunger.
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Hospitality Businesses Urged to Review VAT Process Before Summer Tax-Cut Takes Effect
With just one week to go until the Government’s temporary summer VAT reduction comes into force (25th June 2026), accountancy experts are arguing for small businesses to review their pricing structures, POS systems and VAT processes immediately to avoid costly mistakes.
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BII Licensee of the Year Award 2026 Winners are Eamonn England & Arina Piskunova of The Windsor Castle
The BII Licensee of the Year competition is widely regarded as the most rigorous and hard-fought award for individual licensee operators in the UK.
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LTC Launches Guide To Building Neuroinclusive Workforces For Hospitality Businesses
Learning Disability Week (15 – 21 June) is a timely reminder that people experience the world, learning and work in different ways.
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‘VAT’s The Problem’ Shop Launched For Hospitality Operators
The #VATsTheProblem campaign has today launched an online shop, with campaign assets available for operators to download, print and use in venue to encourage consumers to sign the petition to back 10% hospitality VAT.
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Bristol Hoteliers Say Summer is Looking Brighter
Bristol’s hoteliers say this summer is looking a bit brighter for their businesses but a cut in VAT for the hospitality sector will provide a…
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