All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 96
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NewsUKHospitality: ‘It’s vital we have ongoing support’
At a parliamentary reception yesterday, CEO Kate Nicholls spoke on the challenges faced by the sector and the solutions required to address them
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Analysis & InsightConsumers to reduce food and drink spend over holiday period
Nearly half of UK consumers expect to spend less over the festive season, many of whom plan to save on food on alcohol, according to EY
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NewsKerb: ‘We’re looking for something that doesn’t exist elsewhere’
CEO Simon Mitchell speaks to MCA about expanding both the food hall and catering business, and what sets the market concept apart
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NewsEL&N to make regional debut in Edinburgh
The 23-strong boutique cafe group will open its first UK store outside London in Edinburgh
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NewsBowland Inns and Hotels appoints MD
Mike Auld has taken over from owner James Warburton as MD for the Lancashire hotel, pub, and restaurant operator
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NewsInn Collection Group makes further acquisition in Cumbria
The 34-strong pub operator has acquired The Wordsworth Hotel in Grasmere and continues to seek out acquisition opportunities
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NewsInception Group: ‘We are not trading the hours we would like to’
Founder Charlie Gilkes has spoken out against chronic staff shortages amid clashes over easing immigration rules
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NewsBenugo rolls out carbon labelling across estate
Benugo has rolled out science-based carbon labelling at its cafés and restaurants across the UK, following a successful pilot
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Analysis & InsightOne in nine hospitality jobs remain vacant
Despite improvements in average pay and other recruitment efforts, staff turnover in September stood at 8.3%, according to CGA and Fourth
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InterviewsIsland Poké: ‘We’re taking the plunge outside London’
Newly appointed MD Nicolas Barnoin speaks to MCA about expanding the brand further outside the capital as well as outside the UK
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Analysis & InsightConsumer expectations are higher than ever
Despite the cost of living crisis, consumers are willing to spend on eating out – but their expectations are higher than ever, according to customer experience platform Reputation
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NewsUK economy shrinks by 0.2%
According to the Office for National Statistics, the UK economy has shrunk by 0.2% in the three months to September 2022
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NewsVarious Eateries confirms interim CFO appointment
James Darwent has been confirmed as interim CFO, with current CFO and director Oli Williams stepping down today
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NewsSales growth continues to fall short in real terms
Hospitality sales are 4% higher than they were during the same period in 2019, but well below pre-Covid comparatives in real terms, according to CGA and Wireless
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NewsUKHospitality renews calls for resolution to rail strikes
The trade body has called for a resolution to end industrial strike action, terming the most recent bout of strikes as a “week of misery.”
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InterviewsYaay Yaay considering permanent location
Thai street food concept Yaay Yaay, which operates six food stalls at markets across London, is considering opening its first permanent restaurant
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NewsDomino’s: ‘Our results are a combination of both price and volume’
The pizza chain’s customer base has seen significant growth due to the Just Eat partnership, says interim CEO Elias Diaz Sese
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InterviewsNightcap: ‘There’s no time for mediocrity in a recession’
CEO Sarah Willingham speaks to MCA about focusing on the core brands, pausing rollout plans, and branching out into an all-day offer
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring new venues from F1 Arcade, The Inn Collection Group, and more
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NewsYoung’s revenues rise beyond pre-pandemic levels
Young’s has announced its interim results for the 26 weeks ended 26 September 2022, with like-for-like revenue ahead of 2019 by 6.2%