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
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
Britain’s hospitality sector is facing a severe downturn as more than 1100 pubs and restaurants have closed since Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s October Budget. Recent data from CGA and AlixPartners shows
On a sunny day in Norfolk, the White Horse at Brancaster Staithe is bustling with families and summer visitors, yet beneath the surface the hospitality sector is facing severe financial
The chief executive of Greene King, Nick Mackenzie, has called for an urgent reform of the UK’s business rates system, describing it as an unfair burden on the pub industry.
Richard Caring, the prominent restaurateur behind The Ivy Collection and Bills, has issued an apology following a controversial letter demanding mandatory payment reductions from suppliers. The communication, which sparked significant
The price of a pint in the UK is hitting record highs, driving concerns within the hospitality industry as soaring costs take their toll on publicans and customers alike. Brian
Marston’s, the Wolverhampton-based pub chain, has announced a return to profit in the first half of its financial year. The company reported pre-tax profits of £19.5 million for the 26
The hospitality industry in Britain faces a significant challenge as national insurance contributions are set to rise sharply. With a combined increase of £25 billion in employer national insurance contributions,
Tom Grogan the co-founder of Wingstop UK has ventured from humble beginnings in the West Midlands to becoming a millionaire through the successful launch of a popular fried chicken franchise.
A shocking theft of 35,000 pints of Guinness has intensified the nationwide shortage of the beloved Irish stout, causing significant disruption to the UK hospitality sector during its most crucial
British pubs are closing their doors at an alarming rate of 34 establishments monthly, marking the most severe decline since the pandemic era. Recent analysis from real estate adviser Altus






