All articles by Georgia Cronin – Page 4
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Analysis & InsightHospitality a “brake” on UK growth rate
The steep decline in sales across the hospitality sector acted as a brake on the UK’s growth rate last year, with the sector responsible for a third of the country’s annual contraction.
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Analysis & InsightFurlough extension needed before the Budget - poll
The announcement of a furlough extension as soon as possible is a priority for sector leaders, with many unable to plan properly until such support is confirmed, Lumina Intelligence’s Hospitality Leaders Poll reveals.
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Analysis & InsightEOHO had “limited effect” on hospitality, says LSE report
The Chancellor’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme had a limited effect on the UK’s restaurants and cafés, according to new research from the London School of Economics.
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NewsPaul UK to double estate over next five years
French artisan bakery group Paul hopes to double the size of its UK estate in the next few years through a combination of franchising and in-house expansion.
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InterviewsMartin Williams: ‘Sector must ramp up the volume on safety’
Reassuring the public on the safety of hospitality spaces will be critical upon reopening, and pubs, bars and restaurants must look to achieve a “covid-super-secure” operation, Rare Restaurants CEO Martin Williams has said.
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InterviewsCharlie Gilkes: ‘The national health lobby is a concern’
Wet-led operators need guarantees of an upcoming restriction-free reopening, and reassurance that certain measures pushed forward by the health lobby will not remain long term, MCA’s The Conversation has heard.
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InterviewsKate Nicholls: ‘Brexit is a hidden problem’
The labour and supply shortages set to come about because of Brexit are currently a “hidden problem,” but will inevitably impact hospitality businesses in months to come, UK Hospitality CEO Kate Nicholls has warned.
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NewsGovernment to meet with hospitality minister petitioners
Business minister Paul Scully will meet with the team behind the Create a Minister for Hospitality petition, the Prime Minister has confirmed.
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NewsHonest Burgers receives £2.7m from shareholders
Honest Burgers received a £2.7m capital injection from shareholders to support the business during the pandemic, new accounts have revealed.
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NewsDi Maggio’s sales down by £4m due to March closures
Scottish restaurant group Di Maggio’s saw turnover down by £4.2m at the beginning of last year following the first coronavirus lockdown.
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NewsPub leaders call for roadmap as beer losses hit £7.8b
Pub sector leaders have called for a clear timeline and reopening date as new figures reveal the severe losses incurred last year.
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NewsLuke Johnson’s RCP to acquire Chapel Down beer business
A Risk Capital Partners NewCo has been established to acquire the Chapel Down-owned Curious Drinks business.
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NewsTomahawk launches London-based virtual brands
Steakhouse concept Tomahawk has launched two virtual delivery brands out of its Hoxton restaurant.
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NewsTakeaway sales reach record high despite declining consumer spend
Takeaway and delivery sales saw their largest ever growth last month as consumers stayed stuck at home under lockdown rules.
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NewsBounce Back extension to give “valuable breathing space” to hospitality
An extension of the Chancellor’s Pay as You Grow repayment flexibilities will “give valuable breathing space” to many hospitality businesses, as long as banks cooperate with the new flexible terms, UK Hospitality CEO Kate Nicholls has said.
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NewsIsland Poké kicks off 2021 expansion
Hawaiin-inspired to go concept Island Poké is launching its fourth dark kitchen next week after seeing success in the delivery-only space last year.
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Analysis & InsightCalls for return of Eat Out to Help Out
A majority of hospitality leaders (62%) want to see a return of the Eat Out to Help Out scheme post-lockdown, while 85% believe the public would support it, Lumina Intelligence’s Hospitality Leaders Poll reveals.
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NewsFormer TRG CEO joins Camile Thai team
Dublin-based restaurant concept Camile Thai Kitchen has strengthened its senior team in preparation for an international expansion.
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NewsHotel rooms block-booked ahead of quarantine scheme
Hotels across the country have been asked to prepare for an onslaught of passengers as rooms are block-booked ahead of the government’s quarantine scheme.
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NewsOaktree backs Anand’s pub vehicle
Rooney Anand’s pub investment vehicle Redcat Pub Company has been backed by US investment firm Oaktree, the Telegraph reports.