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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The Springboard Awards for Excellence Deadline Has Been Extended!
Due to popular demand, The Springboard Awards for Excellence has extended its entry deadline to 13 January 2023, giving hospitality businesses extra time to enter….
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Halving Energy Bill Help Puts UK’s Thriving Beer Scene at Risk
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has confirmed that he will announce proposals to reduce energy support for businesses next week, saying it was “unsustainably expensive”. The chancellor…
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NTIA Says 20% of Festive Trade Lost with Over 50% of Businesses Fighting for Survival
Following the Festive Period the NTIA have carried out a Flash Poll of 200 Members to evaluate the impact of the current crises on NTE…
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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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Consumer Card Spending Grew 10.6 percent in 2022, Yet Rising Living Costs Made Brits More Selective About Purchases
Consumer card spending increased 10.6 per cent year-on-year in 2022, as the lifting of all Covid-19 restrictions encouraged Brits to shop more in-store, eat and…
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Inflation Biting as Hospitality Sales Lag Behind Pre-Pandemic Levels
UKHospitality Tracker, provided by CGA by NielsenIQ, turnover in the year up to the end of September 2022 was up 1.3% at £135 billion, compared…
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Disappointment by Delay on Energy Support but Alcohol Duty Freeze Welcomed
The governments delay to an announcement regarding extended energy support is “disappointing” say sector leaders. Earlier this week the government issued a statement saying that…
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Martyn’s Law – Plans Unveiled for Stronger Protections Against Terrorism in Public Places
The UK’s resilience to terrorism is to be stepped up, as the Government announces details for the Protect Duty, now to be known as ‘Martyn’s…
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Foodservice Price Inflation Surges Past 20%
The CGA Prestige Foodservice Price Index continued its strong upward trend during November 2022 to reach record inflation of 21.5%. It marks a tenth consecutive…
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Scottish Budget Falls Short of Delivering Christmas Cheer to Hospitality
Scottish business leaders have expressed dismay at the lack of support for the sector as well as deeper labour challenges in the wake of the…
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Businesses Suffering 30% Downturn in Bookings & Trade as Government Loses Control of Escalating Strike Action
NTIA Say Businesses Suffering 30% Downturn in Bookings & Trade as Government loses control of escalating Strike Action. Train services around the UK will be…
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Plea for Energy Bill Help as String of Breweries Shut Up Shop
CAMRA urges the Chancellor to announce continuing support with energy bills to stop more beloved breweries going under The Campaign for Real Ale is making…
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SLTA Issues Strongest Warning Yet on Future of Scotland’s Licensed Trade and Hospitality Sector
The SLTA (Scottish Licensed Trade Association) has issued its strongest warning yet that the licensed trade and hospitality industry north of the Border is “on…
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Third of Businesses to Reduce Opening Hours Over Christmas Due to Staff Shortages
New data from UKHospitality, in partnership with CGA by NielsenIQ, also shows the toll labour shortages have taken on business confidence, with 60% of business…
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