Legislation News – Page 7
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NewsTruss plans ‘bold’ energy freeze for business and consumers
The new PM is expected to announce a cap to the cost of gas used for electricity and heating, which would commit the government to paying the country’s energy bills above a certain point to stop widespread insolvencies and hardship
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News‘Viable businesses face ruin’
The leaders of Pret, Itsu, Pizza Hut and KFC have called for “decisive urgent action” on VAT for businesses facing unprecedented short-term headwinds
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NewsCAMRA calls for changes to Pubs Code
Fundamental changes are needed to the Pubs Code for England and Wales, according to CAMRA, which has ‘serious concerns’ about its operation
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NewsChancellor draws up emergency business rescue plans
Nadhim Zahawi is working on plans for a multibillion-pound package of targeted reductions in VAT and business rates to help the retail and hospitality sectors
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NewsPM Truss could slash business rates
The Tory leadership frontrunner is considering extending rates relief from premises with a rateable value of £15,000 to those valued at £25,000.
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NewsSunak vows to cut rates as PM
The former chancellor committed to extending the current 50% reduction in his first Budget as Prime Minister, saying that small retailers are the “beating hearts of all our communities”
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NewsCalls for relaxation of visa laws
Night time economy adviser Sacha Lord wants entry-level hospitality roles placed on the government’s shortage occupation list
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NewsChancellor to repeal EU-era laws
In a speech at Mansion House today, chancellor Nadhim Zahawi will commit to reducing inflation and reforming financial services infrastructure
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NewsTipping bill ‘good starting point’ says UKH
The introduction of a Private Members’ Bill which would see hospitality operators forced to hand over all tips to staff has been welcomed by industry bodies.
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NewsNew minister to oversee hospitality
Loughborough MP Jane Hunt will replace Paul Scully as parliamentary under-secretary of state at the Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy (BEIS)
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NewsLicensing systems remains 'flawed'
Little progress has been made in addressing the lack of coordination between licensing and planning, according to a report from the House of Lords.
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NewsGovernment ads to warn of needle spiking
Students beginning university in September are to be targeted with government ads warning them about the risk of being spiked with needles in nightclubs.
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NewsBBPA calls for permanent tax relief
Responding to the government’s consultation on capital allowances, the BBPA called for a permanent 100% deduction for investment in capital allowance to be introduced
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NewsNo drop in food standards - FSA
Food safety does face challenges from reduced resources in inspections, as well as a delay in establishing import controls for high risk products
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NewsDimbleby: Food strategy must be bolder
Henry Dimbleby, the author of a landmark review of England’s food system, has called for more radical action to address climate change and obesity
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NewsLondon scheme to make streets vibrant at night
The Mayor of London has announced a £500,000 programme to create Night Time Enterprise Zones in the capital to help support London’s economic recovery
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NewsFocused policies required to support recovery
The government’s response to the cost of living crisis does little to reduce the pressure on businesses, according to UKHospitality and the Night Time Industries Association
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NewsMissed opportunity for business rates
The Queen’s Speech was an opportunity for proper reform and to reduce the burden on hospitality and retail, claims Colliers
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NewsScotland to allow al fresco dining
The devolved government is consulting on measures which would allow outdoor restaurant seating without a planning application
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NewsPavement licensing restrictions to be scrapped
According to the government, the powers will expand capacity for businesses to “boost local economies and inject life into local communities”