The riots
Riots across England have caused major damage to homes and businesses, with many restaurants and pubs getting caught in the crossfire. As the clean up continues, you can find all our news related to the riots here.
Malcolm John launches Phoenix apprenticeship to support youth following riots
Chef and restaurant owner Malcolm John is launching an apprenticeship scheme which will see four teenagers gain first-hand kitchen experience at each of his South London restaurants, in a bid to give them a “sense of respect” following the August riots.
London hotels bounce back after riots
Following the negative financial effects of the riots in August, London hotels have bounced back in September and are on track for a record-breaking year.
British tourism has ‘mixed’ August, report finds
A report from the Office for National Statistics has revealed ‘mixed’ tourism figures for the month of August, following the riots which hit many parts of London and other major cities.
Pub sales fell by up to 40% following riots
Pub sales fell by up to 40 per cent at many pub companies last week in the wake of the rioting and looting that shook many English cities.
British tourism set for record-breaking summer?
Latest figures for inbound tourism and visitor spending suggest a record-breaking summer for Britain lies ahead, but experts say the recent riots are a concern for potential visitors.
Riots strike further blow to struggling apprentice restaurant
An apprentice restaurant scheme that lost vital government funding this year received a further blow this week when it was forced to close two branches due to the London riots.
David Cameron: We will help repair damage caused by riots
Prime Minister David Cameron has promised to help businesses repair the damage caused by rioting and looting across England in the past few days, by unveiling a raft of cost-cutting measures.
Make insurance claims for damage and lost trade quickly, riot businesses urged
Pubs and restaurants affected by the rioting in many areas of the UK are being urged to contact their insurer as soon as possible, for damage as well as loss of trade.
Cost of London riots to business and Olympics tourism “unquantifiable”
It is too early to anticipate what the long-term cost rioting and looting around the UK will be to the hospitality industry and the 2012 London Olympic Games, but experts believe the overall cost to the British high street will reach tens of millions of pounds.
Restaurants and pubs vandalised and forced to close in London riots
Restaurants and pubs across the capital were among the businesses vandalised in the riots which have broken out across many parts of London over the past few days.
IHG chief exec: London riots will not affect 2012 Olympics
InterContinental Hotel Group’s (IHG) new chief executive Richard Solomons has said he does not think the London riots will stop tourists from visiting the capital for next year’s Olympic Games.
Close your business if rioting escalates, hospitality operators warned
Pubs and restaurants in areas affected by rioting have been advised to temporarily close down for the protection of their staff and customers if the situation escalates out of control.
JD Wetherspoon's Woolwich pub burnt to the ground in London riots
A JD Wetherspoon pub in south-east London has been burnt to the ground during the third night of violent rioting and looting in London.
Michelin starred restaurant The Ledbury attacked by London rioters
Kitchen staff armed with rolling pins were forced to protect diners against rioters at two Michelin-starred restaurant The Ledbury last night, after looters threatened them with rocks and knives to hand over valuables.