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Government called on to extend VAT cut throughout next year

18-Dec-2020 By Restaurant

The Government has been called on to extend the cut in VAT until the end of 2021 to help struggling hospitality businesses try and recover from the Coronavirus pandemic.

Limited changes to Scotland's hospitality restrictions would safeguard businesses, new study finds

15-Dec-2020 By Restaurant

The future of 1,800 Scottish hospitality businesses and 32,500 workers could be secured with just limited changes to restrictions, including an extension to opening hours, a new economic impact study has found.

The capital's chefs react to tier 3: "Hospitality screwed once again"

15-Dec-2020 By Restaurant

Weeks of planning to reopen, creating Christmas menus, ordering food and taking bookings have been wasted for many hospitality businesses in London and parts of the south east as the capital moves into tier 3 tomorrow (16 December).

Edinburgh hospitality businesses to continue to be hit with strict lockdown rules

08-Dec-2020 By Restaurant

Edinburgh hospitality businesses will continue to be hit with strict lockdown restrictions, Nicola Sturgeon has announced.

Hospitality job losses hit 650,000 this year

08-Dec-2020 By Restaurant

Hospitality job losses have hit 650,000 since January, however the continuation of the furlough scheme has softened the blow, the latest figures from Fourth have revealed.

Every little helps: UKHospitality asks for returned Tesco £585m grant to go to hospitality businesses

02-Dec-2020 By Restaurant

UKHospitality has called for the establishment of a Hospitality and Tourism Recovery Fund to support hospitality businesses that have not received any grant support and are at risk of closure.

Arran-based Auchrannie Resort to remain closed until 29 January

27-Nov-2020 By Restaurant

Hotel and restaurant Auchrannie Resort on the Isle of Arran will not reopen until 29 January because of the Coronavirus restrictions imposed on the area, its owners say.

More than 31,000 hospitality businesses to remain closed in England under the tier system

26-Nov-2020 By Restaurant

More than 31,000 pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes will remain closed in England after the second national lockdown lifts on 2 December thanks to the Government’s tier system.

Accor and Ennismore to merge to become 'world’s leading lifestyle hospitality operator'

24-Nov-2020 By Restaurant

Hotel groups Accor and Ennismore are entering into negotiations to form what has been described as ‘the world’s leading lifestyle operator in the hospitality sector’ through an all-share merger.

Dining destination Glebe House to open in Devon in spring 2021

24-Nov-2020 By Restaurant

Guest house, restaurant and 15-acre smallholding Glebe House will open in Devon in spring 2021.

People on the move: November 2020

23-Nov-2020 By Restaurant

A roundup of the biggest personnel changes in the hospitality sector over the past month.

Scottish restaurants and pubs face ‘permanent closure' under tighter Covid restrictions

17-Nov-2020 By Restaurant

Restaurants and pubs in parts of Scotland face ‘permanent closure’ following today’s (17 November) announcement by Nicola Sturgeon that 11 local authorities across the west of Scotland will move into the highest level of lockdown restrictions later this...

BrewDog set to open first DogHouse hotel in England

12-Nov-2020 By James McAllister

BrewDog has announced it is to open its first hotel site in England next year in Manchester.

How I Got Here: Lawrence Huggler

12-Nov-2020 By James McAllister

Lawrence Huggler owns the Jersey-based Huggler Hotels. His portfolio includes The Club Hotel & Spa in St. Helier, which is home to the Michelin-starred Bohemia restaurant.

Hospitality sector set to benefit from extended bank holiday in 2022

12-Nov-2020 By Restaurant

The hospitality sector is set to benefit from an extended bank holiday in 2022 to mark what will be the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Whitbread to reduce number of job cuts by half

12-Nov-2020 By James McAllister

Whitbread is set to significantly reduce the number of job cuts it proposed in September, suggesting the furlough extension and recent vaccine hopes could soften the employment crisis in hospitality.

Hospitality leaders optimistic about the long-term future of the UK hotel market

11-Nov-2020 By Restaurant

Over two-thirds of hospitality leaders are ‘strongly’ or ‘slightly’ optimistic about the long-term future of the UK hotel market, with the majority also predicting a rise in profitability over the next five years, according to a new survey from Deloitte.

The Connaught Bar named best in the world

06-Nov-2020 By Restaurant

London is once again home to the best bar in the world after The Connaught Bar claimed the top spot in the World’s 50 Best Bars list.

Just 1% of hospitality venues linked to NHS Test and Trace incidences, research finds

28-Oct-2020 By Restaurant

Just 1% of hospitality venues across the UK have been linked to NHS Test and Trace incidences of Coronavirus, according to a survey conducted on behalf of the UK’s restaurant and pub trade bodies.

Christmas bookings drop by 75% as a result of eating out restrictions

28-Oct-2020 By Restaurant

Nearly half of restaurants, pubs and hotels have lost around 75% of festive bookings since the ‘rule of six’ and 10pm curfew began, according to a new survey.

Sally Abé joins Conrad London St. James hotel as consultant chef

21-Oct-2020 By Restaurant

The Harwood Arms head chef Sally Abé is to oversee the food and drink offer at four new venues located in the Conrad London St. James hotel.

The Connaught Patisserie opens in Mayfair

12-Oct-2020 By Restaurant

London’s The Connaught has opened a standalone patisserie at the side of the luxury hotel on Mayfair’s Mount Street.

Mayor of London calls for "rapid review" of 10pm curfew

05-Oct-2020 By Restaurant

Sadiq Khan says he is pushing for a rapid review of the 10pm curfew imposed on hospitality businesses.

Cancel The Curfew campaign launches to provoke Government U-turn

29-Sep-2020 By Restaurant

A campaign putting pressure on the Government to make a U-turn on its 10pm curfew launches this week in response to the negative impact it is having on the hospitality sector.

People on the move: September 2020

28-Sep-2020 By Restaurant

A roundup of the biggest personnel changes in the hospitality sector over the past month.

New Coronavirus rules: what they mean for hospitality businesses

24-Sep-2020 By Restaurant

The Government has introduced new rules for hospitality businesses from today, including a 10pm curfew, the displaying of NHS QR code posters and mandatory face masks for workers. Here's what the rules mean for your business, staff and customers.

Whitbread to cut 6,000 jobs

22-Sep-2020 By James McAllister

Beefeater and Brewers Fayre operator Whitbread is to cut up to 6,000 jobs across its hotel and restaurant brands after a collapse in sales caused by the Coronavirus pandemic.

Ace Hotel London announces closure

14-Sep-2020 By James McAllister

The Ace Hotel in Shoreditch has announced that it will not reopen in its current location, saying it hopes to find a new London home in the future.

Latest opening: The Elder

11-Sep-2020 By Restaurant

A sibling to The Woodsman in Stratford on Avon has opened in Bath.

Wales to introduce 'rule of six', but only for indoor gatherings

11-Sep-2020 By Restaurant

Wales has become the latest UK country to introduce the ‘rule of six’ that limits the number of people that can attend indoor social gatherings.

Hospitality businesses face fines and closures if they fail to keep premises Covid secure

09-Sep-2020 By Stefan Chomka

Restaurants and hospitality businesses face fines and quicker closures if they fail to ensure their venues are Covid secure, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned.

Opening of the month: Rondo

04-Sep-2020 By James McAllister

Quality Chop House co-owner Will Lander has rejuvenated the Hoxton Holborn’s ground floor dining area with Rondo, a neighbourhood-style restaurant and wine bar that’ll have oenophiles salivating.

More than 1 in 4 hospitality businesses in Scotland at risk of going under

04-Sep-2020 By Restaurant

Nearly 60,00 hospitality and tourism jobs are at risk in Scotland because of the economic downturn as a result of Coronavirus, according to a new report.

Latest opening: Birch

19-Aug-2020 By Restaurant

A new country house hotel that has The Dairy's Robin Gill and Ben Rand overseeing the food at its two restaurants has opened its doors in Cheshunt.

Boutique hotel The Mayfair Townhouse to open in autumn

17-Aug-2020 By Restaurant

The group behind luxury hotels Cliveden House and Chewton Glen will open its latest venue, in Mayfair, this autumn.

St John alumni team up to launch Rondo at The Hoxton in Holborn

17-Aug-2020 By James McAllister

Quality Chop House co-owner Will Lander is joining forces with former St John executive chef Chris Gillard to launch a neighbourhood-style restaurant and wine bar at The Hoxton in London's Holborn.

Nigel Bacon takes over the stoves at Cornwall's Nutty Duck

31-Jul-2020 By James McAllister

Chef Nigel Bacon has been appointed head chef at the two AA Rosette Nutty Duck restaurant, part of the Trevalsa Court Hotel in the Cornish coastal village of Mevagissey.

Government's reopening of leisure venues described as "great boost" for hospitality

17-Jul-2020 By Restaurant

The Government’s announcement on the further easing of lockdown restrictions and the reopening of additional parts of hospitality has been welcomed by parts of the hospitality sector.

Independent restaurants voice concern over customer expectations for them to lower prices

16-Jul-2020 By Restaurant

Independent restaurants have voiced their concerns over customers expecting them to pass on the reduction in VAT at a time when their businesses need to use the Government support to survive.

Charlie Mellor: "Restaurants are cultural institutions and should be respected as such"

14-Jul-2020 By Restaurant

More chefs and restaurants have added their voices to the current no-show debate following Tom Kerridge’s public slamming of people who failed to honour their bookings as “disgraceful” and “short-sighted”.

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14-Jul-2020 By Restaurant

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Rupert Gutteridge: "Covid 19 is the catalyst for digital tech in restaurants"

13-Jul-2020 By Restaurant

Digital menus, pay-at-table apps and even robots that deliver food could become more prevalent in restaurants following the Coronavirus pandemic as businesses look at ways to reduce contact between staff and customers.

Friday Five: The week's top news stories

10-Jul-2020 By Restaurant

The Government's announcement of a cut in vat to 5% for hospitality was the leading story this week - here are some of the other stories that stole the headlines.

'No plans' to extend support to businesses impacted by Leicester lockdown, says Government

09-Jul-2020 By James McAllister

The Minster for Business and Industry, Nadhim Zahawi, has said the Government has 'no plans' to extend further support to businesses in Leicester currently forced to remain closed.

We Hear You initiative launched to provides instant guest feedback on Coronavirus safety protocols

02-Jul-2020 By Restaurant

An initiative to gain consumer feedback on the safe reopening of hospitality venues quickly and effectively has been launched to help build confidence in the sector as restaurants begin to reopen.

Leicester lockdown to hit more than 550 hospitality businesses

30-Jun-2020 By James McAllister

At least 239 restaurants and 182 pubs in Leicester will remain closed beyond 4 July as a result of the Government's decision to extend the city's lockdown by two weeks.

Government told to 'stop dithering and take action' by London restaurateurs

30-Jun-2020 By Restaurant

A three-month suspension of the congestion charge, increased public transport and a decision over VAT are just some of the measures being asked of the Government by a group of high-profile London chefs and restaurateurs.

The Lowdown: 4 July

25-Jun-2020 By Restaurant

The famous date has taken on new significance as it's when hospitality businesses in England can rise again from lockdown.

Coronavirus track and trace: 7 steps to complying with data protection law

24-Jun-2020 By Bridget Treacy

The Government’s easing of lockdown restrictions for hospitality businesses from 4 July means businesses will have keep temporary records of customers. Here's how to do it and comply with data protection law.

Pan Pacific delays London opening until 2021

16-Jun-2020 By James McAllister

The Pan Pacific hotel group has announced it is to push back the opening date of what will be its first London site until early 2021.