All Tax articles – Page 5
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InterviewsBrakspear: ‘We need to see some actual long term policy change from government’
Chief executive Tom Davies has told MCA the planned review of pub business rates must lead to long-term reform of the system if it is to have a tangible benefit
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NewsUKH: Zero-hours reform will ‘impact job opportunities for young people’
The trade body has also warned that the plans to restrict zero-hours contracts would add more cost to operators and reduce flexibility for staff
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NewsHall & Woodhouse: ‘Negative press’ hits partner recruitment
The regional brewer and pub operator has reported a 16% rise in profits after investing £19m in its pub estate, despite sector challenges making it harder to recruit new business partners
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Analysis & InsightRestaurant sales flag in the July heat
While pubs scored big thanks to the World Cup last month, the latest NIQ RSM Hospitality Business Tracker shows sales in slipped in other segments
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Analysis & InsightBusiness rates: ‘Hospitality needs to be treated fairly and as one’
The launch of a review into business rates has been welcomed by the hospitality sector but operators urge the government to put in place a fair system that works for everyone.
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NewsBusiness rates review for pubs and hotels launched by Treasury
Business rates expert Jerry Schurder will lead the review, with the government also calling for the views of landlords, hoteliers and business owners as part of the process.
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OpinionThe horse has already bolted
While stronger protections for pubs from closure and redevelopment are welcomed, changes like this will do little to move the dial on the struggles being felt by operators across the hospitality sector
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NewsCubitt House saw turnover grow ahead of Young’s acquisition
The London pub group reported a 7.2% increase in year-on-year revenue in FY25 amid a focus on maximising the guest experience as well as ongoing product development
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News‘Precious little breathing space’ for hospitality businesses as insolvency numbers jump 10% in Q2
The latest Buchler Phillips Hospitality Index shows the number of monthly hospitality insolvencies has remained consistently over 260 so far this year
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NewsMark Derry: ‘The tax system doesn’t work for hospitality businesses like Heartwood’
The estimated typical saving for pubs of £1,000 a year from the government’s recently announced business rates cut was unlikely to stop struggling pubs from going under, the Heartwood Collection chairman said.
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NewsGovernment warned greater financial support needed for pub planning protections to have impact
Industry voices have welcomed proposed changes to the national planning system, but said the protections will not prevent pubs from shutting if further financial support is not also forthcoming
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OpinionWhat is our positive vision for the high street?
It’s all very well targeting vape shops, gambling operators and ‘rogue operators’, but how do we create the conditions in which world-class destinations can thrive?
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NewsVAT cut could unlock hospitality growth,
A cut from 20% to 10% could release investment, support jobs and boost confidence across the industry, according to Christie & Co’s Stephen Owens
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Analysis & InsightOne in seven UK restaurants at risk of insolvency
Analysis by accountancy firm Price Bailey shows that 14% of UK restaurants have negative net assets on their balance sheets and fall into the maximum risk category
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NewsBanning zero hours contracts could cost businesses £2.9bn
New government data reveals the “eye-watering” added annual costs for employers which could result from reforms to zero hours contracts
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NewsAndy Burnham aims to go ‘further’ on business rates
The prime minister says there is “plenty more we can do” to support UK high streets, saying the cost of doing business is “too high”
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Analysis & InsightWetherspoon’s pricing strategy ‘could be better managed’
The value-led pub company has grown turnover substantially in recent years but seen little profit growth. Yet despite criticism over its prices being too cheap, analysts tell MCA Wetherspoon remains well run with a strong brand and clear strategy
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Analysis & InsightMore than 160 hotel deals over the line in first half of 2026
The UK hotel market recorded around £1.95bn in transaction volume during first half of this year, despite operational and costs challenges
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OpinionWestminster’s disdain of wet-led pubs is hostile and wrong
The licensing authority which oversees Soho, Covent Garden and St James believes more sitting down, food and table service will ease over-crowding at its busiest pubs. Be careful what you wish for
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NewsStaycation boost fails to ease pressures on hotel operators
A late summer surge in UK staycation bookings is helping drive demand across parts of the hotel sector, but operators say rising labour, energy and maintenance costs continue to squeeze profitability despite stronger trading















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