Editor’s Comment: Empty Words Won’t Save British Pubs, Prime Minister
It’s not every day that a Prime Minister pledges support for British pubs, so when Sir Keir Starmer recently backed a campaign to save our…
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All the latest business news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade industry.
Employment Bill Will Wreak Havoc On Our Already Fragile Economy, Say Small Firms
Small firms are tightening their belts on jobs, with potential changes that will expand the grounds for unfair dismissal and higher sick pay costs at…
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Government Urged to Act on NIC Increases as Inflation Rises to 3%
The government is being urged to act swiftly as the rate of inflation in the UK saw a sharper increase than anticipated at the start…
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NTIA Supports ‘Ronan’s Law’ To Enforce Crackdown On Online Knife Sales, Enhancing Protections For Young People And Workers
Today the Home Office has announced a comprehensive strategy to combat knife crime under the Crime and Policing Bill in spring. This initiative includes several key measures:…
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UK Hospitality Collapses Remain High After 3,464 Hit Wall In 2024
The number of hospitality businesses entering insolvency eased slightly in 2024, yet remained historically high, reflecting challenging trading conditions for the industry. Some 3,464 accommodation…
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Urgent Government Action Needed To Halt “Completely Avoidable” Pub Closures BBPA Says
Nearly 300 pubs closed across England and Wales in 2024 – an equivalent of six a week – according to latest figures from the British…
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Gordon Ramsay Set to Take Over Iconic Le Gavroche Site in Mayfair
Gordon Ramsay’s restaurant group is reportedly in the process of acquiring the iconic Le Gavroche site in Mayfair, a year after the legendary restaurant closed…
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Keir Starmer Backs Calls to Support Britain’s Pubs Amid Industry Struggles
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has, according to reports, pledged his support to Britain’s pubs, recognising their vital role at the heart of communities. As the…
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Night Time Economy Faces Growth Slowdown Amid Rising Costs & Tax Increases
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) and CGA by NIQ have launched a quarterly Night Time Economy Market Monitor. This new report series highlights the…
Read more...A Welcome Interest Rate Cut—But Will It Be Enough? (Of Course Not)!
Yesterday’s (February 6) announcement from the Bank of England regarding an interest rate cut is undoubtedly welcome news for the beleaguered hospitality and licensed on-trade…
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Northern Hospitality Outperforms South in Site Growth and Customer Experience
The latest data from Northern Restaurant & Bar (NRB) and CGA by NielsenIQ reveals that the North of England has demonstrated stronger resilience and growth…
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Inflation Concerns Mounting After Foodservice Prices Rise In December
The latest Foodservice Price Index (FPI) report from Prestige Purchasing and CGA by NIQ reveals a month-on-month increase in inflation in December, raising fears of…
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Bubala To Open Third London Location In King’s Cross This April
Vegetarian restaurant Bubala is set to open its third site in London’s King’s Cross this April. Bubala, meaning ‘darling’ in Yiddish, was founded by Marc…
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Bank of England Lowers Interest Rates Amid Economic Uncertainty
The Bank of England has announced a further reduction in interest rates, cutting them by a quarter of a percentage point to 4.5%. This decision…
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Boxpark Shoreditch Secures Extended Lease Until September 2025
Boxpark’s Shoreditch venue has received a lease extension, allowing it to continue operating until the end of September 2025. The extension was granted following strong…
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