Government Issues Pub Opening Times Update for England v Mexico on July 6
Pubs hoping to screen England’s last-16 World Cup clash with Mexico on Monday have been told they can open beyond standard licensing hours…
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Cask Ale Week 2026 Dates Announced as Industry Prepares to Celebrate Britain’s National Drink
Dates have been confirmed for this year’s Cask Ale Week, the annual nationwide celebration of Britain’s national drink, with around 10,000 pubs, bars and brewery taps set to take part.
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90% World Cup Boost for Pubs as England Progress to Last 16
Global payments company, Square, tracked how the group matches created distinct economic patterns for local businesses across major UK cities.
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£3,000 Hiring Grant ‘Won’t Be Enough’ as Hospitality Jobs Growth Stalls, Warns Employment Expert
Following the Prime Minister’s hospitality roundtable earlier this week and the announcement of a £3,000 grant for hospitality businesses hiring 18–24-year-olds…
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Scottish Hotels Urged to Check Rates Bills as Deadline to Appeal £63 million Increase Approaches
Scotland’s hotels are being urged to ‘use or lose’ their right to appeal against increases to their rateable values ahead of this month’s deadline…
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Two Thirds (70%) of Hospitality, Entertainment and Leisure Business Leaders Say Economic Uncertainty is Preventing Them From Focusing on Transition
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are heightening energy security fears and pressure on businesses, while surging demand from energy-intensive technologies is making investment in…
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World Cup Summer Expected to Deliver £4.2bn Boost to Food and Drink Sector as Live Screenings Provide Boost to Venues
New analysis indicates that the UK food and drink sector is set to be one of the biggest winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with pubs…
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RAD Hotel Group acquires the Five-Star Lochgreen House Hotel & Spa
Independently-owned RAD Hotel Group has today (Wednesday, 1st July) announced the landmark acquisition of the five-star Lochgreen House Hotel & Spa in Troon.
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One-In-Six Hospitality Venues Risk Closure, As Sector Unites Behind VAT Cut
As the Republic of Ireland reduces its hospitality VAT rate to 9% today, new survey results demonstrate the devastating impact of the cumulative cost and tax burden…
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First Ever World Cup Round of 32 to Boost UK Economy by Half a Million Pounds
The World Cup’s newly introduced knockout Round of 32 is set to generate an additional £499m for the retail and hospitality sectors, according to a recent report.
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Prime Minister Meets Hospitality Leaders To Boost Opportunities For Young People
Prime Minister Kier Starmer hosted a roundtable discussion this morning with hospitality organisations working to support those facing barriers to employment…
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Hoteliers Focus on Football Fundraiser
Never mind the world cup, the football focus for a dozen Bristol hotels was to fundraise for a local charity at their annual five-a-side spectacular.
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Michel Roux Leads London Culinary Journey For The Langham
Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) has named Michel Roux, one of the world’s most renowned chefs, as the latest Langham Luminary for The Langham Hotels & Resorts’…
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England Top Spot Sparks 5.5 Million Extra Pints for UK Pubs as World Cup Delivers Sustained Hospitality Boost
England’s unbeaten run to the top of their World Cup group has generated an estimated 5.5 million additional pints of draught beer and cider for Britain’s pubs…
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Burnham’s Vision Reflects the Leadership UK Businesses Have Been Calling For Says NTIA
The Night Time Industry Association (NTIA) has responded positively to a speech delivered yesterday (June 29) by Andy Burnham, saying his remarks align closely with positions the organisation…
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