The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) in collaboration with UKHospitality has launched The Hospitality Sector-based Work Academy Programme (SWAP). The new programme is designed to fill vacancies in the hospitality sector and the pilot scheme, set to launch in Liverpool before being rolled out to other major cities over…
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The latest news and updates on the business of foodservice, from the business journalists at Catering Today. We bring you the latest on what’s happening in the restaurants, bars and catering industry, with exclusive stories, analysis, best practice and industry comment.
UKHospitality Scotland is urging the first minister to address the multi-million pound increase in business rates that is set to hamper Scottish hospitality this spring. Ahead of the upcoming Programme for Government, UKHospitality Scotland executive director Leon Thompson has outlined the need for a commitment from the first minister that…
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New data from CGA Strategy has found that 62% of business leaders feel optimistic about prospects for their business over the next 12 months, an 8% increase from the last survey in May. Alongside this 45% of leaders are optimistic about the hospitality industry in general, an increase of 5%…
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Subway has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by affiliates of private equity firm Roark Capital for an undisclosed sum. The company has branded this is a “major milestone” in the company’s transformation journey, combining Subway’s global presence and brand strength with Roark’s deep…
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Creams has announced that it has reached an agreement with Tesco Family Dining to put Creams cafes into Tesco Café outlets. This deal is the first nationwide franchise agreement for Creams and will see Creams launching within Tesco Cafés as shop-in-shop spaces, a first for both brands. The first Tesco…
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Like-for-like sales in managed restaurants, pubs and bars were up 6.7% in June, according to data from CGA, the Coffer Group and RSM, the 9th consecutive month of growth. The warm weather brought consumers out to drink in pubs, especially those with beer gardens and terraces, and as a result…
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International food brand Behrouz Biryani increased its number of UK franchises from seven to 40 over the past six months. The brand reports it is representing an expansion rate of nearly 500% and is on track to hit its target of over 50 restaurant partners this year. Over the past…
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Sri Lankan kitchen Karapincha has announced that it will be opening its first bricks and mortar site in Canary Wharf, London. The new 350 sq ft site will be located in Canary Wharf tube station and will be a significant step for family-run business. The business currently operates in three…
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Consumers have a strong appetite to enjoy new dining experiences across the summer, particularly at small restaurants and independently-run hospitality venues, according to research conducted by American Express. The survey, which asked 2,000 UK consumers to reflect on their visits to independent hospitality venues over the last 12 months, found…
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The UK Hospitality and Tourism Skills Board has developed a new ‘Wellbeing and Development Promise’ to promote the wellbeing and development of staff within both sectors. The new scheme is a UK-wide hospitality and tourism industry initiative. Hospitality Ulster in partnership with Tourism Northern Ireland and the Hospitality and Tourism…
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