National Chef of the Year Extends Entry Deadline Following Demand from Chefs
The Craft Guild of Chefs has announced a deadline extension for this year’s National Chef of the Year competition after chefs requested additional time to…
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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.
Inception Group Enters the World of Competitive Socialising
Inception Group, the company behind London hospitality venues including Mr Fogg’s, Cahoots and Bunga 90, is planning to open a new gaming concept this spring….
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London Mayor Announces Return of Summer Streets Fund with £400,000 Boost for the Capital’s Hospitality Sector
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has today announced the return of his ‘Summer Streets’ fund in a further drive to boost the capital’s bars,…
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Treasury Modelling Shows £1.8 Billion Expected in Business Rates Refunds
The government expects around £1.8 billion to be refunded back to ratepayers in England following the 2026 business rates revaluation, according to official modelling disclosed…
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FA Cup Fever Heads to Horn & Trumpet – As Guests Get Their Hands On The Trophy
The magic of the FA Cup truly came to life at the Horn & Trumpet in Stoke‑on‑Trent last weekend, as guests packed into the pub…
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UK Food-To-Go Market Set To Reach £24.9bn In 2026, Ahead Of Wider Eating-Out Sector
The UK food-to-go market is set to reach £24.9bn in 2026, growing ahead of the wider eating-out sector as consumer demand for convenient, high-quality options…
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Star Pubs Pumps £208,000 into Football Support in Advance of June’s Tournament
With The World Cup set to be the biggest sports event of 2026, Star Pubs is investing £208,000 in a bumper support package to help…
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Pub Winners Unveiled for Broadland and South Norfolk Awards
Two Norfolk pubs have been recognised for their business success and support of local communities in the ‘Pub of The Year’ categories at the Broadland…
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Parkdean Resorts to Donate 240 Free Holidays to Military Families in 2026
Parkdean Resorts has pledged to continue its support of the Armed Forces this year by donating 240 holidays worth over £180,000 to members of the…
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UK SMEs Face Europe’s Sharpest Cost Pressures But Stand Out For Regulatory Preparedness, Research Finds
Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting today announced findings from its inaugural Future Ready Business report, revealing that UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are facing…
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Back to the Floor Raises a Record-Breaking £405,000 for Hospitality Action
Senior figures from across the hospitality industry swapped boardrooms for the ballroom floor last Friday night to raise an incredible record-breaking £405,000 for UK Charity…
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NTIA: ‘Price Gouging’ Focus Ignores Real Crisis – Surging Energy Costs and Taxes Pushing Businesses Over The Edge
Michael Kill, Ceo, Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) has issued a starement following Prime Minister Kier Starmer’s warning of action to prevent “price gouging”. Keir…
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Pub and Bar Company Closures Double as Operators Battle Rising Costs, Taxes and Changing Habits
The number of pubs and bar companies collapsing into insolvency rose 2.6% from 769 to 789 over the year to December 31, according to analysis…
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BWH Hotels GB launches Design Excellence Programme to help independent hotels enhance guest experience
BWH Hotels GB has launched a new initiative designed to help its 230+ independent hotel partners enhance guest experience and strengthen their competitiveness through targeted…
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Holiday Tax Would Hit Consumers with £1.6 billion Tax Rise
New economic analysis had found that the Government’s proposed holiday tax would shrink GDP, cause thousands of jobs losses and see the Treasury lose hundreds…
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