Tom Kerridge Spearheading New Campaign to cut Hospitality VAT to 10%
Hospitality businesses, employees and industry organisations are being urged to back a new campaign calling on the Government to reduce VAT for the sector 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.
Sector Leaders Warn Tax Hikes Driving Youth Unemployment Crisis
Hospitality industry leaders are sounding the alarm over rising youth unemployment, pointing to the government’s employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) increases as a key driver…
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Walk for Wellbeing Expands into New Locations to Strengthen Connection in Hospitality
UK charity Hospitality Action’s annual fundraising event, Walk for Wellbeing, will return in October 2026 for its biggest year yet expanding into two new UK…
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Culinary Director Peter Recognised with Worldchefs President’s Medal
A key figure in the Welsh hospitality industry has been awarded the prestigious President’s Medal at the Worldchefs Congress and Expo 2026 for his work…
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Star Pubs Invests £6.69m in Outdoor Upgrades
Star Pubs is investing £6.69m in revamping outdoor areas and pub exteriors in 2026 touching around 850 pubs in its 2,350-strong estate. Around one third…
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Champions League Final Bookings in UK Bars and Pubs Surge by 1300%, According to New Data
With less than one day to go until the UEFA Champions League final, UK Google searches for ‘pubs showing Champions League final’ have surged by…
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Marston’s Dragon Boat Race Team Makes a Splash with £4,500 Fundraising Success
Photo Credit Marstons Colleagues from across Marston’s have raised £4,500 for charity after competing in this year’s Dragon Boat Race at Himley Hall, West Midlands…
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Scenic Pubs Face Steeper Tax Bills Under Revised Valuation Office Guidance
Pubs situated in countryside settings, alongside rivers, or adjacent to green open spaces face significantly higher business rates bills following fresh guidance issued to HMRC…
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Warm Weather Drives Double-Digit Spring Bank Holiday Growth Across UK Pubs
The UK on trade enjoyed a strong Spring Bank Holiday weekend as warm weather, longer social occasions and increased consumer footfall combined to drive significant…
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Leon Exits Administration After Creditors Back CVA Unanimously
Health-focused fast food brand Leon has emerged from administration following a unanimous vote in favour of its company voluntary arrangement (CVA), paving the way for…
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Shepherd Neame Celebrates Excellence Across its Estate at Annual Pub Awards
Photo Credit Shepherd Neame Shepherd Neame has named The Spitfire at Kings Hill its Pub of the Year at the brewery’s annual Pub Awards ceremony,…
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Craft Guild of Chefs Reveals 40 National Chef of the Year Semi-Finalists as Competition Heats Up
The Craft Guild of Chefs has officially unveiled the semi-finalists for National Chef of the Year as the competition reaches its next exciting stage. Following…
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Irish Luxury Hotel Group, The Address Collective, Set to Open Second Property in Glasgow
Family-owned luxury Irish hotel group, The Address Collective, is set to open its newest Scottish property next month, bringing a boutique hospitality experience to the…
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Clermont Hotel Group Launches ‘Summer Skills Fest’ Partnership
Clermont Hotel Group (CHG) has launched a partnership with RADA Business, the commercial arm of The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, to deliver specialist performance…
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Makeover Brings New Life to Middlesbrough Community Pub
The Saltersgill, located in Middlesbrough, officially reopened on Thursday 21st May following a transformational investment of more than £360,000. The pub is part of Proper…
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