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UK Hospitality Collapses Remain High After 762 Fail In Q1
The number of hospitality businesses entering insolvency remained alarming in the first quarter of the year, reflecting challenging trading conditions for the industry. Some 762…
Hydes Appoints Experienced General Manager To Steer Refurbished Coastal Landmark Pub
Hydes has appointed experienced industry veteran Dale Tozer as the new general manager of The Boathouse at Parkgate on the Wirral Peninsula, as the iconic…
UK Eating Out Market Forecast to Reach £102.8bn in 2026 as Branded Operators Outperform
The UK eating out market is forecast to reach £102.8bn in value in 2026, representing +1.8% growth year on year, according to the latest Lumina…
Hospitality Among Hardest Hit as UK Job Vacancies Fall to Five-Year Low
The UK’s licensed hospitality and pub trade is facing a deepening recruitment and retention challenge after new labour market data revealed that lower-paying sectors —…
Longer Social Occasions Sustain Spend as Drinking Moderation Continues to Shape UK On Trade
New insight from The Oxford Partnership suggests UK consumers remain highly engaged with pubs, bars and hospitality occasions despite softer drinks volume performance, as longer…
APPG for Hospitality and Tourism Launches Visitor Levy Inquiry
The All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Hospitality and Tourism is today launching a wide-ranging inquiry into the Government’s proposed visitor levy. The group is…
Rōti Modern Mediterranean Launches UK Expansion
US casual dining brand Rōti Modern Mediterranean, has launched in the UK with three London kitchens now live exclusively on Uber Eats and the introduction…
Spaghetti House Closes After Seven Decades as Administration Ends Iconic Italian Chain
One of London’s most enduring Italian restaurant brands has fallen silent, as Spaghetti House — a fixture on the capital’s dining scene for 70 years…
LTC and KAM Insight Reveal Major Impact of Stress On Licensed Hospitality Sector
Recent research conducted by the LTC (Licensed Trade Charity) and KAM reveals the growing impact of workplace pressure, stress and sleep disruption on both employees…
Global Chefs to Gather in Wales as Country Hosts First UK Worldchefs Congress
Wales is set to take centre stage on the global culinary map over the coming days as it hosts the prestigious Worldchefs Congress & Expo…
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Hospitality Insolvencies Jumped Even Before Middle East Conflict, With More Pain To Come
Company insolvency statistics released earlier this month show accommodation and food services insolvencies jumped 22% month-on-month from 222 in January 2026 to 270 in February…
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Prevent and Protect: What Martyn’s Law Means for Hospitality
We’re halfway through the implementation period for Martyn’s Law, which means certain premises and events now have one year to ensure they meet the requirements…
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Preventing Dine & Dash with CardsSafe
Having worked with hospitality businesses for over two decades, from hotels to pub chains, sports venues, bars and restaurants, we’re often engaged in the conversation…
