Interest Rates for SME Lending Have Now Increased Almost Sixfold from Pandemic Low
Small businesses face surging interest rates on lending, with the average rate on new bank loans written increasing fivefold from just 0.98% in May 2020…
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Hospitality Enjoys Strong December Sales, but Fails to Hit Pre-Pandemic Heights
Pubs and restaurants enjoyed their best festive season for three years, but sales figures are still yet to return to pre-pandemic levels. The latest figures…
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As the education system continues to evolve, the new Education Landscape Guide will help businesses understand what path they can take to further improve their…
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77% of NTE Businesses say Late Night Levy Should be Abolished says Survey
Following the launch of a Home Office Consultation into late night levy charges aimed at increasing its use by local authorities. Over three quarters (77%)…
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Local Community Pub Reopens Following £120,000 Investment
The Keynsham Courtyard, formally The Wine Bar, a local community pub in Keynsham, Bristol will reopen on Friday 3rd of February following a significant £120,000…
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Bidcorp UK Secures Thomas Ridley Foodservice as Second Acquisition in 2023
After the announcement about the acquisition of Harvest Fine Foods last week, Bidcorp UK has today further strengthened its portfolio of brands with the acquisition…
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Pub Companies Get Another Thumbs Up from Licensees
Licensees across 17 leading pub companies and family brewers have given a thumbs up to the support they have received from their pub companies as…
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Lack of Business Support Unfairly Hindering Scottish Hospitality
In a letter to the Scottish Government’s Finance and Public Administration Committee, UKHospitality Scotland highlighted the urgent need for short-term business rates relief, in order…
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Pubs Code Adjudicator Calls on Publicans to Take Part in Biggest Ever Survey of Tied Pub Tenants
The Pubs Code Adjudicator has this week launched its biggest ever Annual Tied Tenants Survey, and has called on tied publicans to take part in…
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City Pub Group Appoint New CMO
City Pub Group, the owner and operator of 43 premium pubs across Southern England and Wales, has announced the appointment of Richard Myers as Chief…
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Popular Pudsey Pub Re-Opens After Three Year Closure
A Pudsey pub closed since January 2020 is set to reopen following a £370,000 investment. The refurbishment will turn The Bankhouse on Bankhouse Lane into…
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Sector Reacts to Chancellors Energy Support Reduction of 70%
Sector leaders have reacted with dismay following yesterday’s announcement by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt that energy support for businesses is to be cut from Saturday, April…
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Energy Bills Discount Scheme “Last Straw” Sector Fears
Sector leaders say the announced cut in energy bill support from April is “unsustainable” and “the last straw” for some businesses Yesterday (January 9) the…
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APPG to Discuss Energy Crisis in Food and Drink Sector
All Party Parliamentary group (APPG) is calling for food and drink businesses to provide information on how escalating energy costs are impacting the sector. Food…
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District Council Abolishes Pavement Fees
West Oxfordshire District Council announced it would abolish the charge for pavement seating and displaying material on the public highway. It previously cost £100 to…
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