Trump’s 25% Tariff Threatened British Beer Exports
UK Brewers have been hit by a surprise “beer can tax” after it emerged that lager, stout and pale ale will be subject to a…
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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.
Top Chefs Raise a Quarter of a Million for Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice
Fifteen top chefs raised a quarter of a million pounds last weekend for Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice. The 15 chefs, including Michelin star holders and…
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Pub Sets Up Dementia Support Group
A new free support group – The Get Together Club – has been set up at The Woodthorpe in Prestwich so that carers and their…
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BBPA Leased & Tenanted Showcase 2025 Discusses the Role of Pubs in the Community
The British Beer and Pub Association Leased and Tenanted Showcase, held at the House of Commons, provided a crucial platform to highlight the important role…
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Small Business Confidence Remains Sluggish as Scale of Rising Cost Crisis Revealed
New data from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) reveals that small firms’ confidence levels are in a rut amid a rising tide of costs…
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Inflation Bites into Fast-Food Profits
Following a period of relative stability in 2024, entering 2025 inflationary pressures in the UK’s economy have resurfaced according to a survey from market intelligence…
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Government Unveils Licensing Law Overhaul to Boost UK Hospitality and Nightlife Economy
The UK hospitality sector is set for a significant shake-up as the government announces plans to reform licensing laws, offering pubs, clubs, and restaurants greater…
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Sector Faces Disruption as Trump Imposes “Retaliatory” Tariffs
Editorial credit: Chip Somodevilla / Shutterstock.com The UK’s hospitality and licensed trade industry is facing potential economic disruption following the recent tariff announcement by President…
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Family Holidays Still At Risk From Visitor Levy, Despite Progress
Mark Drakeford, the Finance Secretary, announced in the Senedd yesterday that under-18s staying in hostels, campsites or outdoor centres would be exempt from paying a…
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UK Foodservice Delivery Market to Hit £14.3bn in 2025
The UK foodservice delivery market is forecast to grow by 3.1% in 2025, reaching £14.3 billion, according to the Lumina Intelligence Foodservice Delivery Report 2025….
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Craft Guild Of Chefs Announces New Deadline For National Chef Of The Year Entries
In response to valuable feedback from previous competitors, the Craft Guild of Chefs has extended the deadline for its most prestigious competition, the National Chef…
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Pubs To Be Protected With As Part Of £20 Million Heritage Revival Fund
Pubs, parks, at risk of falling into disrepair will be protected with £15 million grant scheme now open for applications, and comes alongside a new…
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Head Chef Nahui Triumphs In Scottish Student Chef Of The Year 2025
Knorr Professional competition crowns winner and showcases Scotland’s up and coming culinary talent Nahui Keiss from Forth Valley College has been announced as the winner…
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BII and LTC Join Forces to Boost Business and Personal Wellbeing for People and Pubs
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) and the Licensed Trade Charity (LTC) have joined forces to help more businesses in the hospitality sector thrive, by…
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Fit For Royalty: Major Refurbishment Of The Wellington In Boscastle Unveiled
One of Cornwall’s oldest coaching inns, which has hosted renowned historical figures – including kings and poets – reopens today (2 April) following a transformative…
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