Hospitality Industry to Score £898 Million From This Summer’s World Cup
UK football fans are forecast to spend £898 million in hospitality venues throughout the 2026 World Cup this summer. – almost double the forecast for…
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Business Rates Appeals Hit Record High as Checks Surge Fivefold
The latest business rate appeals figures announced by the government confirm the tsunami of business rates appeals against the 2023 Rating List as predicted, revealing…
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Chancellor Announces “Selective” Summer VAT Cut for Hospitality, Leisure and Family Dining
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled a temporary VAT reduction spanning large parts of the hospitality, leisure and licensed on-trade sectors, cutting the standard 20% rate…
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Latest Lumina Intelligence Menu Tracker Data Points to Cautious Menu Strategies Across UK Hospitality
The latest Lumina Intelligence Menu Tracker data reveals a hospitality sector operating with increased caution, as operators across restaurants, pubs and coffee shops adapt menu…
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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…
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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…
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UK Tops 2026 Global Property Tax Rankings
The UK has the highest property tax burden of any major economy, according to new analysis published in global tax firm Ryan’s 2026 Annual Business…
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STA Calls for Cabinet-Level Recognition For Scotland’s Tourism Industry
Following the Scottish Parliament election, the Scottish Tourism Alliance has urged the incoming Scottish Government to put tourism and hospitality at the centre of its…
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National Pubwatch Launches New Awards Recognising Bravery In The Night-Time Economy
National Pubwatch has launched the Safer Night Time Economy Awards, sponsored by Diageo, to recognise exceptional courage and commitment shown by individuals who go above…
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Geopolitical Shocks Threaten Severe Inflation After Foodservice Prices Dip in March
Food and drink prices in the hospitality sector fell by 1.4% month-on-month in March, according to the latest Foodservice Price Index from NIQ and Prestige…
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Robinsons Brewery Breaks £100m Turnover Barrier as Profits Soar 40%
Stockport-based family brewer Robinsons has crossed the £100 million turnover threshold for the first time in its history, posting revenues of £103.5 million for 2025…
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BII Licensee of the Year 2026 Finalists Announced!
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) is delighted to announce their six incredible finalists for this year’s Licensee of the Year Award (LOYA). The Licensee…
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50 Million Pints World Cup Bonanza as BBPA Launch New Guidance
Pubs could be set for a 50-million-pint bonanza should one of the home teams reach the final of the 2026 World Cup. With a month…
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NTIA UK and International Nightlife Association Lead Cross-Territory Collaboration with Launch of Benidorm Nightlife and “Enjoy Nightlife Safely” Campaign
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA UK), alongside the International Nightlife Association (INA) and Spain Nightlife, has welcomed the official launch of the Benidorm Nightlife Association, marking a…
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Middle East Conflict to Slow UK Consumer Spending Growth From 0.9% to 0.3% Survey Reveals
The conflict in the Middle East is forecast to weigh on the UK economy and exacerbate longstanding challenges for retail and hospitality businesses, according to…
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