All news articles – Page 33
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NewsEmployment Rights Bill must reflect ‘unique circumstances’ of hospitality
As part of a four-part consultation into the Government Bill, UKH warned the legislation must reflect the distinctive circumstances of the sector compared to office jobs
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NewsUK travel sector performs well for SSP
In contrast, Continental Europe was disappointing, with strikes in the rail sector, weak Motorway Service Area trading and Olympics-related disruption
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NewsMarston’s ‘outpacing market’ under new strategy
CEO Justin Platt said 2024 had been “transformational”, with the sale of the remainder of its brewing operating giving it greater financial flexibility and strategic focus
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NewsNando’s reveals next expansion push
The restaurant group increased revenue to £1.4bn in the year to February 2024, and will open 14 new restaurants across the UK in the current financial year
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NewsWendy’s UK launches new app
The loyalty scheme comes as the American QSR chain continues its expansion push across the UK, having recently signed up new franchisee Khidmat
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NewsGail’s plans 30-40 sites in 2025
The bakery chain is targeting sales of £300m next year, as it reportedly gears up for a sale
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Newsitsu secures partnership with Emirates Stadium
The health-focused Asian-inspired brand has signed a deal with catering business Delaware North, which will see it deliver its sushi to the hospitality boxes at Arsenal’s football ground
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NewsEG on the Move eyes Applegreen UK takeover
Zuber Issa’s petrol fourcourt and foodservice business, which was carved out from EG Group, is looking to add 100 new sites with backing from Rabobank
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Fulham Shore’s Super Club Roma, Loungers’ newest Brightside, and more
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NewsETM Group achieves double-digit turnover growth
The premium bar and restaurant group achieved turnover of £43.5m and secured new investment to support its growth, as well as new funding for the Ludo venture with St Austell
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NewsLuke Johnson warns his businesses ‘may not survive’ Labour
The chairman of Gail’s warned MPs that the Budget and Workers’ Rights Bill risked crushing the private sector and job creation
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NewsValiant Pub Co appoints MD of ops
Andy Parker previously worked with Valiant founders Gerry Carroll and McGinty at Hawthorn Leisure
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NewsPubs and distributors abandon Conor McGregor
Forged Irish Stourt, which was founded by the disgraced former mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter, has been dropped by Wetherspoons, Windmill Taverns and its distributor LWC
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NewsPizzaExpress launches new Pod concept
The PizzaExpress Pod has opened at Tesco Extra in Southampton, offering customers their favourites on the go as well as a chance to redeem Tesco Clubcard points
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NewsWingstop appoints first CMO
Dirujan Sabesan has been appointed chief marketing officer as the QSR chain seeks to reinforce its position as a leader in youth culture and creative marketing
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NewsLoungers H1 revenue soars to £178m
The Lounge and Cosy Club operator grew revenue by 19.2%, supported by like-for-like growth of 4.7% and 17 new sites. CEO Nick Collins cited the quality and flexibility of the offering, along with the resilience of the UK consumer
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NewsLoungers to be acquired by Fortress Investment Group
The cash offer values Loungers at an enterprise value of approximately £350.5m, with Fortress saying the hospitality group holds a strong and differentiated position in its industry
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NewsGail’s turnover rises to £179m
The premium bakery chain increased turnover by 32%, and has budgeted 35 new openings for the current financial year as it continues to build its presence outside the Southeast
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NewsGroucho Club has licence suspended
The Soho private members club has been forced to temporarily close following reports of a ’serious criminal offence’ at the venue
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NewsJust Eat to delist from London Stock Exchange
The food delivery group seeks to reduce the administrative burden, complexity, and costs associated with maintaining its London listing, also citing low liquidity and trading volumes