Consumers’ Disposable Incomes Shrink as Iran war Rumbles On
Consumers’ disposable incomes are shrinking as the Middle East conflict rumbles on, raising concerns for the retail and hospitality industries if consumers pull back on…
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Franco Manca Secures Approval for CVA Restructuring Plan
Pizza group Franco Manca has confirmed that its proposed Company Voluntary Arrangement has been approved by creditors and will close 16 of its restaurants, affecting…
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Early May Bank Holiday Delivers Sales Boost for Pubs as Longer Visits Drive Growth
The UK on trade enjoyed a strong Early May Bank Holiday, with pubs selling 27.3 million pints over the four-day weekend, up +5.0% on last…
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Karali Group Swoops To Save The Real Greek In Pre-Administration Deal
The Real Greek has been pulled back from the brink after Karali Group moved swiftly to acquire the majority of the Mediterranean restaurant chain’s estate….
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Creation of ‘Mini-Canary Wharf’ Gives Blackpool Global Appeal as All-Year Visitor Destination
Creation of a ‘mini–Canary Wharf’ is promoting Blackpool to an increasingly global audience as an all-year round international visitor destination, according to the manager of…
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‘Going Out’ Costs Rise By 12% On Average In 2 Years, Research Reveals
The cost of ‘going out’ has increased by 12% on average over the last 2 years. That’s according to new research from personal finance experts…
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UK’s Best Restaurants, Pubs & Bars Revealed at the Casual Dining Awards 2026
The UK’s best pub, bar, and restaurant operators were announced at the prestigious Casual Dining Awards 2026, which took place this week at the London…
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Hospitality Charity Launches Nationwide Fundraising Challenge To Tackle Industry Skills Shortages
The Springboard Charity is calling on hospitality businesses to rally together and run for a powerful cause in The Springboard Virtual Race 2026 – The Stadium Sprint,…
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New Research Reveals A Collapse In Travel Bookings Beyond The Middle East
Travel marketing agency Propellic has released its latest Travel Marketing Index: Special Intelligence Briefing, The Impact of the 2026 Middle East Conflict on Travel Marketing….
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Young’s Reports Strong Full-Year Trading as Cubitt House Acquisition Completes
Young’s, the premium managed pub and bedroom operator, has reported a robust trading performance for the 52 weeks ended 30 March 2026, with total managed…
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63% of Young People More Likely To Go Out If Pubs and Bars Host Live Music
Almost two thirds of young people would be more likely to go out locally if pubs and bars hosted regular live music, according to new…
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Hotels and Venues Urged to Join Sustainability Charter Raising £1m for Local Charities
Wyboston Lakes Resort is calling on accommodation providers across the UK to support local charities and adopt more sustainable practices by signing the Room2Give Charter…
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Cool Hand Cup Grand Final Hits the Bullseye
Photo Credit Marstons The Grand Final of Marston’s Cool Hand Cup brought together some of the best amateur darts teams from across the UK for…
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Hospitality Insolvencies Jumped Even Before Middle East Conflict, With More Pain To Come
Company insolvency statistics released earlier this month show accommodation and food services insolvencies jumped 22% month-on-month from 222 in January 2026 to 270 in February…
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Calls for New Music Fan Association as Review Publishes Charter to Safeguard Live Music Sector
Music lovers should be given more representation in policy and decision making with the establishment of a government and industry-backed Music Fans Association, according to…
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