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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Michelin Retires Green Star As Sustainability Recognition Takes New Direction
The Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland is to retire its Green Star sustainability accolade, bringing to a close a scheme that for several years…
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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 —…
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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…
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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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Charitable Hoteliers Take to the City Streets to Raise Funds
Staff from several Bristol hotels took to the city’s streets last weekend to raise money for several charities which work in and around the city….
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Global Travel & Tourism Growth to Outpace Wider Economy by 1.5 Times Over the Next Decade
Global Travel & Tourism is forecast to continue outpacing wider economic growth in 2026, with the sector expected to contribute $12TN to the world economy,…
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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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Holiday Tax Bill Will Legislate For More Expensive Family Holidays
The Government’s Holiday Tax Bill could add £100 to the cost of a family two-week holiday during a cost-of-living crisis UKHospitality has said. The inclusion…
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Spending Falls -0.1 Per Cent In April After 16 Months Of Growth, But Consumers Show Resilience Amid Ongoing Uncertainty
Consumer card spending declined -0.1 per cent year-on-year in April – the first fall since November 2024 (-0.5 per cent) and below the latest CPIH…
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VisitBritain Chair Heads to US to Boost Regional Tourism and Hospitality Growth
Competing for high-value international visitors and encouraging them to explore more of Britain’s nations and regions is at the centre of VisitBritain Chair Harris Bokhari’s…
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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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Industry Leaders Back Better Hospitality Campaign for a Fairer, Stronger, More Inclusive Sector.
Be Inclusive Hospitality has launched a significant sector wide survey as part of its new Better Hospitality campaign, backed by hospitality leaders and organisations from…
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