Protect Hospitality Apprenticeship Standards, Government Urged
UKHospitality has urged the Department for Work and Pensions to guarantee hospitality apprenticeship standards, amid an ongoing review. In a letter to Baroness Smith of…
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BBPA Launches Academy Graduate Scheme To Find Its Next Generation Of Custodians
A one-of-a-kind sector-wide graduate scheme in collaboration with some of the UK’s leading pub companies and breweries has been launched by the British Beer and…
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Employment Rights Bill Set to Become Law Before Christmas
Major employment legislation has cleared its final parliamentary hurdle and is expected to receive royal assent this week, marking significant changes for the licensed trade…
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Unemployment Hits Four-Year High at 5.1%
Youth joblessness surges as hospitality sector braces for challenging winter period Britain’s unemployment rate has climbed to 5.1% for the three-month period ending in October,…
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Government Unveils £820 Million Job Support Package For 18-24 Year Olds
Hospitality businesses will benefit from substantial government investment aimed at bringing young Universal Credit claimants into the workforce, following confirmation of an £820 million initiative…
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UK Hospitality Sector Faces Potential Loss of 100,000 Jobs Following Autumn Budget Measures
The UK hospitality sector could see up to 100,000 job losses in the coming months, according to warnings from UKHospitality’s chief executive Allen Simpson, who…
Read more...Government Scales Back Unfair Dismissal Plans in Employment Rights Compromise
The government has dropped controversial plans to introduce immediate unfair dismissal protection for workers, instead opting for a six-month qualifying period in revised Employment Rights…
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Global Search Begins For IOH Restaurant Manager Of The Year 2026
The Institute of Hospitality has begun its search for the 2026 Restaurant Manager of the Year (RMOY). The competition, sponsored by Menzies, the Hotel Café…
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Wage Increases Make Budget Support For Hospitality Essential Leaders Say
The Government has announced that, from April 2026, the National Living Wage will increase to £12.71, an increase of 4.1%. The wage rate for 18-…
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Passion4Hospitality: The Future Leaders Conference Inspires Next Generation of Professionals
The Institute of Hospitality welcomed more than 750 hospitality students, apprentices, and graduates alongside educators, employers and industry leaders, including The Rt Hon the Baroness…
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NITAs 2025 Winners Announced
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) has announced the winners of the 2025 National Innovation in Training Awards (NITAs). The NITAs and People Conference celebrate…
Read more...Hospitality Job Crisis Deepens Ahead Of Budget
Thirteen consecutive months of falling employment underline the devastating and lasting impact of last year’s Budget on hospitality and the wider economy. The latest ONS…
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UK Jobless Rate Hits Highest Level Since Pandemic as Labour Market Weakens
Britain’s unemployment situation has deteriorated to its worst point since the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new figures that reveal ongoing challenges in the employment sector…
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Hydes Backs Apprenticeships To Build Future Talent Across The Business
Salford-based brewer and pub retailer Hydes is stepping up its investment in apprenticeships across all areas of the business, encouraging employees of all ages and…
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Craft Union Celebrates Operator Excellence At Annual Operator Awards
Craft Union Pub Company has honoured some of its most outstanding operators from across the UK at the 2025 Craft Union Operator Awards, celebrating excellence,…
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