Hull Community Pub Reopens Following Almost £300,000 Makeover
The Drake on Bodmin Road in Bransholme, Hull officially reopened last Thursday 10th July following a transformational investment of almost £300,000. The pub is part…
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All the latest news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade industry.
Hospitality & Leisure Benefits From Return-To-Office
Barclays Business Prosperity research into the performance and outlook of the Hospitality and Leisure (H&L) sector reveals that business optimism has been buoyed by after-work…
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Investor Appetite For Uk Hotels Amid A Resilient Market, Christie & Co Report Reveals
Business property adviser Christie & Co has today launched its Hotel Market Review 2025, which provides insights on demand, profitability and trading performance, the impact…
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HMRC Target Tax-Avoiding Restaurants And Takeaways In “Naming And Shaming” Campaign
HMRC is cracking down on tax-avoiding restaurants and takeaways, naming and shaming 98 restaurant businesses in a single day, says UHY Hacker Young, the national…
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The Old Plough Reopens Following £550k Transformation
The Old Plough in Ashton on Mersey has officially reopened its doors following an extensive £550k refurbishment, as part of a major ongoing investment programme…
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UK Food Inflation to Peak at 5.1% in 2025, Warns IGD
IGD’s latest Viewpoint report, UK Food Inflation Forecasts 2025–2027, warns that retail food inflation is set to peak at 5.1% in late summer 2025, significantly outpacing general inflation. This…
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Former Peach Pubs Directors Take On Their Second Tenancy With Star Pubs
Former Peach Pubs directors and licensees of The Wildmoor Oak in Bromsgrove, Bex Wilkins and Sarah Robinson have taken on The Plough in Wollaston, their…
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Langham Pink Run Unites People Across Ten Cities For Global Charity Initiative
Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) recently concluded its inaugural Langham Pink Run, a global series of charity walks and sprints blending wellness, connection and giving. Launched…
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Christie & Co Reports Continued Demand And Resilience In The UK Pub & Restaurant Market Amid Challenging Economic Landscape
Business property adviser Christie & Co has launched its Pubs & Restaurants Market Review, which reflects on activity, trends and challenges faced by hospitality businesses…
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Government Package Targets Predatory Behaviour in Night-Time Economy
The hospitality and licensed trade sector is set to benefit from enhanced police protection as the Home Secretary announces a £53 million investment targeting dangerous…
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Women’s Euros Bringing “July Jump” for Drinks as England Reach Semi-Final
England have reached the semi-final of the UEFA Women’s European Championships following dramatic penalty shootout, and pubs will stay open late for the match. England…
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Devolve Tourist Taxes Government Urged
Devolving housing, income and tourism taxes to England’s counties could raise more than £4bn a year to invest in local services and supercharge economic growth,…
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Harbour Hotels Appoints Chef Sebastian Merry as Head Chef at Harbour Hotel Bristol
Harbour Hotel Bristol has announced the appointment of Sebastian Merry as Head Chef, bringing with him a wealth of culinary expertise, bold creativity, and a…
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Hospitality Hit Hardest By Job Losses
New ONS data shows hospitality has now lost 84,000 jobs since the Budget. This week’s ONS labour market figures show payrolled employees in the accommodation…
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Employer NIC Rises Set To Force Increase In UK Tax Wedge
The latest analysis from the Global Payroll Alliance (GPA) suggests that the recent increases to Employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) could result in the UK…
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