Legislation News
Judicial review against Deliveroo dismissed by High Court
A judicial review launched by the IWGB trade union against a decision to classify Deliveroo riders as self-employed has been dismissed by the High Court.
Government commitment to hospitality sector deal welcomed
The Government’s commitment to create a “landmark sector deal” for the tourism and hospitality sector has been welcomed by trade bodies.
Brexit deal ‘seems to address sector concerns’
UKHospitality chief executive Kate Nicholls has said the outline deal between the UK and the European Union on Brexit appears to address the majority of the sector’s concerns.
Government rules out changes to alcohol-free description
The British Beer & Pub Association has expressed frustration that the Department of Health has declined to change the descriptors for low and no alcohol products.
Latest immigration stats 'alarming' for sector
The number of non-UK-born workers in the UK decreased by 58,000 between April to June last year and the same period this year, according to HR body CIPD.
PCA launches consultation on beer duty and wastage
The pubs code adjudicator (PCA) has launched a consultation aimed at providing clarity on beer and cider duty and waste for tenants when negotiating their tied rents.
Airport drinking legislation would ‘demonise pub-goers’
UKHospitality has said legislation to curb drinking in airports would “demonise” responsible drinkers.
Plastic straws and stirrers face ban within one year
Plastic straws and stirrers could be banned within one year, as part of the government’s drive to cut plastic pollution.
Sector faces £113m business rates bombshell
UKHospitality has warned that the sector faces a £113m business rates increase next April.
New guidelines set to impose calorie caps on some dishes
Public Health England is set to unveil new guidelines that would set a calorie cap for certain dishes.
Industry coalition calls on Chancellor for action
UKHospitality and a coalition of hospitality businesses have written to Chancellor Philip Hammond to call for targeted support in this month’s Budget that will protect the economic contribution made by the sector.
Government to unveil tipping legislation
Theresa May is set to unveil legislation today banning employers from making any deductions from workers’ tips.
Leon calls for industry-standard allergen information
Leon has called for an industry-wide standard for allergen information, after an inquest into the death of a girl from an allergic reaction found Pret a Manger’s labelling was “inadequate”.
Foodcos sign up to waste roadmap
Nearly 100 major food companies have signed up to a grand plan to publish food waste figures.
Focus on: Workers on boards
Sector leaders have given mixed reactions to proposals from the Labour party leadership to force companies to have employee representatives on their boards.
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