Christmas has long been associated with increased alcohol consumption, as office parties and family gatherings encourage many Britons to indulge in festive drinks. However, the latest data now indicates that
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The Covid pandemic upended the hospitality and leisure sectors, leading businesses to adopt a flurry of new financial measures to stay afloat. While lockdowns and restrictions have faded, many pandemic-era
Retailers and hospitality operators are bracing for a sharp increase in business rates after the recent Budget, with many industry leaders warning the changes will intensify challenges for high street
Whitbread, one of the United Kingdom’s leading hotel groups and owner of Premier Inn, has issued a sharp warning that business rates reforms announced in the latest budget will result
Luxury hotelier Sir Rocco Forte has publicly criticised Labour’s emerging plans to introduce a Venice style tourism tax across England warning of potentially damaging consequences for the hospitality sector. The
The head of Fuller Smith and Turner has urged the Chancellor to introduce new measures to stimulate growth in the UK pub sector after robust bookings ahead of the festive
London’s restaurant sector is under renewed scrutiny as prominent establishments have begun adding significant “admin charges” to diners’ bills. These fees, unlike traditional service charges, do not benefit waiting staff
Sir Tim Martin chair of JD Wetherspoon has delivered a sharp critique of government plans to increase the national living wage under Chancellor Rachel Reeves upcoming November budget Describing the
Pizza Hut is set to shutter 68 restaurants across the United Kingdom following the collapse of its franchise owner, DC London Pie, into administration. The move is poised to put
In a decisive move set to reshape the night-time economy, the government is advancing plans allowing pubs, clubs and restaurants in England and Wales to extend their trading hours deep
Small businesses throughout the United Kingdom face a sharp rise in electricity standing charges as the costs of energy network upgrades and government discounts for heavy industry are shifted onto
The Campaign for Real Ale CAMRA has announced the cancellation of the Great British Beer Festival in 2026 citing severe budgetary shortfalls and unsustainable operating costs. This marks a historic
Pret A Manger has registered a pre tax loss of £525 million for its most recent financial year, as the café and sandwich chain grapples with persistent accusations of overpricing.
Victor Garvey once one of Londons brightest culinary stars has seen his ambitious ventures end in financial turmoil and creditor frustration. Despite critical acclaim for his food and a coveted
When Coca-Cola purchased Costa Coffee in 2018 for £3.9bn, the move was seen as a daring leap into the vibrant coffee market, promising to diversify the soft drink giant’s portfolio.
Soho House, the renowned operator of private members’ clubs adored by celebrities and royalty alike, is set to mark the end of its volatile tenure as a public company. The
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