No More Cost Increases Before Elections, Scottish Government Urged
The Programme for Government should not add to the cost or regulation burdens facing hospitality businesses, UKHospitality Scotland has said. In a letter to the…
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Tourism
10 Industry Leaders To Be Awarded Master Innholder Status
The Master Innholders has announced that ten industry-leading hotel professionals have been awarded the prestigious Master Innholder status following this year’s rigorous application process. Founded…
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Hoteliers Work Hard To Make Up Lost Ground In March
UK hotels strive to make up lost ground in March, as the gap in occupancy and room rates year-on-year narrows, according to the RSM Hotels…
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Top 10 UK Cities With The Lowest Priced Pints – Offering Pub Favourites For As Little As £2.63
Newport has been revealed to have the most affordable pints of any UK city, at just £3.12 per pint on average. Wales dominates the top…
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2025 Cumbria Tourism Awards Finalists Announced
Tourism businesses from across Cumbria are once again stepping into the spotlight, as the finalists for the Cumbria Tourism Awards 2025 are officially revealed. This…
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Travel & Tourism to Create 4.5MN New Jobs Across the EU by 2035
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed a bright future for the European Union’s Travel & Tourism sector, with strong growth predicted over…
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Christchurch Landmark Reopens: The Kings Arms Unveils Refurb Under New Ownership
A much-loved local landmark has officially reopened its doors. The Kings Arms in Christchurch, Dorset, has undergone a major refurbishment and is now welcoming guests once again…
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10.6 Million Brits Plan A UK Break For The Easter Weekend, Bringing A £3.9 Billion Economic Boost
VisitEngland’s Easter Trip Tracker survey, published today, indicates that 10.6 million Brits are definitely planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK for the Easter…
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Global Travel & Tourism Is Strong Despite Economic Headwinds
Against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) latest research shows that global Travel & Tourism is projected to grow…
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Hospitality Investment Shows Need To Adapt Industrial Strategy
A multi-billion-pound investment in a major new Universal theme park and resort in Bedford has been agreed between Universal, the government and the local council,…
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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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New Plans Submitted For London’s 179 Bed Custom House
Photo Credit: Orms & Secchi Smith The owners of London’s Custom House have submitted plans to turn the Grade I-listed building in the City into…
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UK Economy Saw Unexpected Contraction in January
The UK economy saw an unexpected contraction of 0.1% in January, raising concerns for businesses and policymakers alike ahead of the Chancellor’s upcoming Spring Statement….
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VisitEngland Announces Venue and Date of Awards for Excellence 2025
VisitEngland has announced that this year’s VisitEngland Awards for Excellence will be held at the Brighton Dome Corn Exchange on 4 June. The 35th national awards will…
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Hoteliers Warned of Phishing Campaign Impersonating Booking.com
A phishing campaign that impersonates popular travel platform Booking.com is targeting hospitality organisations in the UK, Microsoft has warned. Starting in December 2024, leading up…
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