All news articles – Page 318
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NewsPeter Marks: ‘Nightclub closures another kick in the teeth for beleaguered sector’
The move by the Scottish and Welsh governments has been criticised by the Rekom chairman as being yet “more baseless restrictions”.
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NewsCharlie Gilkes: ‘We can’t keep going into periods of limbo’
The hospitality sector can’t continually bounce back from periods of uncertainty, the co-founder of Inception Group has warned.
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NewsApprenticeship Showcase to return in 2022
The Hospitality Apprenticeship Showcase (HAS) will return for a sixth year in 2022 promoting the diversity of apprentice roles within the sector.
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NewsScottish nightclubs to close on 27 December
Nightclubs in the country will close for a three-week period following Boxing Day, following consultation with the industry
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NewsBoard changes at M&B
Susan Murray will be stepping down from her role as senior independent director at Mitchells & Butlers (M&B) at its 2022 Annual General Meeting.
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NewsNew CEO named at The Clink Charity
Christopher Moore has stepped down after nearly 11 years as CEO, to be succeeded by Yvonne Thomas.
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NewsAnother 400-plus pubs permanently shuttered
Despite the fall in numbers this year, the rate of decline has remained relatively static in recent years despite the impact of the pandemic, according to new research from real estate adviser Altus Group.
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NewsDeliveroo continues expansion of Editions
Deliveroo has opened a trio of ‘dark kitchens’ in Acton, Brent and Dulwich, as it looks to rollout more sites across the country
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NewsArc Inspirations sees Q2 revenue up 42%
The bar group experienced a 42% uplift in sales between July and November this year, versus 2019, and says it is on track to post record revenue and profit in FY2022
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NewsNWTC seeing many opportunities to build pipeline
New World Trading Company, which has been trading ’ahead of expectations’, expects to open between five and eight sites annually from 2022.
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NewsWales sets limits on hospitality from Boxing Day
Wales is to bring back the rule of six in pubs and restaurants as it tightens restrictions from Boxing Day.
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NewsThe Alchemist on ‘very sound financial footing’
While sales were down almost £30m for the year to 31 March 2021, a combination of refinancing, strong sales and additional equity has meant The Alchemist is in a solid position
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News‘It doesn’t even cover the cost of our Christmas decorations’
The Chancellor’s additional support measures have been described as a ‘sticking plaster’ for the sector after some operators have lost hundreds of thousands of pounds’ revenue per venue in the weeks leading up to Christmas.
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NewsNew Covid measures ‘the final straw’ for Scottish venues
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced new rules would come into force on 27 December, including the reintroduction of table service
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NewsSelf-isolation period cut for the double-jabbed
Provided two lateral flow tests have been produced on day six and seven, the double-jabbed can stop self-isolating. The news came as Boris Johnson ruled out further Covid restrictions before Christmas.
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NewsGovernment announces extra financial support for hospitality
Hospitality businesses in England will be eligible for one-off grants of up to £6,000 per premises, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced
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News‘Footfall has declined on every West End street’
Italian restaurant operator Caffé Concerto has noticed a 20-30% reduction in footfall following government advice around Omicron
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NewsWelsh business rates relief welcomed
Hospitality businesses in Wales are to benefit from a 50% reduction in business rates, but additional support is critical, warns UKHospitality Cymru.
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NewsBrewDog to ‘draw line’ under toxic workplace claims
Following the completion of a review into its working culture, the Scottish brewer and pub operator admitted it had made mistakes and needed to address them
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NewsShepherd Neame to offer new year rent reduction
The family brewer and pub operator has announced it will be introducing a 10% rent reduction for its licensees from 1 January 2022.