VAT Reduction in Hospitality – The Case for Action
Firstly, a well-deserved congratulations to MP Emma Lewell-Buck for bravely raising the question of reducing VAT for the hospitality industry. It is a question that…
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All the latest pub news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade industry.
NTIA Urges UK Mayors To Follow Andy Burnham’s Lead In Investing In Sustainable Transport
The (NTIA) is urging mayors and local leaders across the UK to follow the example set by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham in addressing the…
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Nearly-Flat GDP Growth Is Reflection Of Difficult Trading Conditions, Says Small Firms
The Government must now make good on its statements that growth is its number one priority – its recent call for regulators to put forward…
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Celebrate “Support An Independent Pub Day” This February
Pub enthusiasts and grassroots organizations, including the London Pub Explorer and CityStack London Pub Collection, are rallying behind independent pubs for a special event: Support…
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December Delivers Growth For Hospitality Groups After Late Festive Surge For Pubs
Britain’s leading restaurant, pub and bar groups achieved solid year-on-year sales growth of 3.2% in December 2024, the CGA RSM Hospitality Business Tracker reveals. The…
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Wetherspoons Reports Solid Sales Growth Amid Rising Costs
JD Wetherspoon has shared a trading update revealing a 5.1% increase in like-for-like sales for the 25 weeks ending 19 January 2025. Sales during the…
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Colliers Forecast Further Carnage on the High Street –As Rates Set to Rise
Thousands of Businesses Face 140% rises in Rates Bills when Government Policy to Reduce Reliefs Takes Effect in April “The Labour Government’s business rates policies…
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UK Pub Sector Faces Critical Challenges As Costs Are Set To Spiral Annual Survey Reveals
Leisure property specialists, Fleurets, has released its latest Survey on the Pub Market, stating that the UK pub sector is bracing for a difficult year…
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Scottish Budget Leaves Thousands Of Venues Worse Off
Hospitality venues in Scotland will be left worse off than their UK counterparts as a result of the SNP Government’s spending plans, UK Hospitality Scotland…
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Drinks Sales Slip 9% To Give The On Premise A Christmas Hangover
Drinks sales dipped in the first full week of January as consumers reduced their visits to the On Premise after Christmas and New Year. CGA…
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Entry Deadline Extended For The Community Pub Hero Awards
Great news for pubs and their supporters across the UK! The deadline to enter the Community Pub Hero Awards 2025 has been extended to 11 PM on…
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Outlet ‘Churn’ Keeps Hospitality Vibrant Despite Closures
New openings continue to flow into hospitality despite thousands of closures in the last few years, CGA by NIQ’s RISE solution shows. The data points…
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Plan Ahead for 2025 at The Source Trade Show
If you’re in hospitality, catering, or food retail, start 2025 off on the right foot by attending The Source trade show on Tuesday 4th February…
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Pub Operator Young’s Unveil Strong Festive Trading Results
Pub operator Young’s is the latest pub company to reveal a strong trading performance over the festive season. In a statement the company says it…
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Pub Cultures ‘Matching’ Event Launches Unique Creative Partnerships
A unique event was held at Board in the Southampton recently to match pub owners with local artists. Southampton Forward’s Pub Cultures project wants to…
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