Consumer

A third of consumers plan to eat out less when restrictions are lifted

06-Jul-2021 By James McAllister

Almost a third of consumers plan to eat out less frequently than they did pre-pandemic, according to the Lumina Intelligence UK Eating Out Market Report 2021.

Wedding venues warned over illegal cancellation charges

02-Mar-2016 By Sophie Witts

Hotels and restaurants charging large deposits and cancellation fees for weddings and parties could fall foul of consumer protection laws, according to new guidance

Government launches inquiry in to 'fake' online reviews

19-Jun-2015 By Sophie Witts

The government has launched an investigation in to the prevalence of ‘fake’ online reviews and paid-for endorsements after finding evidence of potentially unlawful practice.

Eating-out spend reaches 13 month high

09-Jun-2015 By Sophie Witts

Consumer spending on eating and drinking-out reached a record peak in May, according to the latest Barclaycard Consumer Spending report.

Hoteliers notice signs of consumers saving money

28-Jul-2011 By Lorraine Heller

Hotel and B&B owners around the UK have said that summer business this year has been broadly positive, although they have noted definite signs of consumers saving money.

Absorb the VAT increase, consumers tell businesses

29-Jan-2010 By Becky Paskin

Almost half of British consumers think businesses should continue to absorb the 2.5 per cent VAT increase throughout 2010, as many intend to cut back on spending this year