News
The News section on Catering Today delivers the latest updates and developments across the UK hospitality and catering industry. Covering restaurants, pubs, quick service brands, and catering groups, it reports on company announcements, market performance, government policy, and sector-wide trends. With a focus on commercial and operational impact, Catering Today’s news coverage keeps hospitality professionals informed of the events and decisions shaping business conditions and strategic opportunities across the sector.
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Feb- 2024 -28 February
Compass reduces emissions by 9.4% amid 20% business growth
Compass Group UK and Ireland has reported an absolute reduction in emissions of -9.4% across Scope 1,2,3 (FY19 baseline – FY23) amid a 20% growth in business. This has been achieved, inclusive of the company’s “high” organic growth, acquisitions and joint ventures. By including Compass’ growth within its analysis, an…
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28 February
BP pilots made-to-order food at 10 Wild Bean Cafes
BP will be piloting a “new and improved” ‘fresh food for now’ offer that customers can personalise at 10 of its Wild Bean Cafes across the UK. The news comes as BP looks for new ways to drive convenience growth by giving “on-the-move” customers made-to-order, hot food options and coffee. …
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27 February
Today’s news in brief – 27/02/24
Drinks sales at pubs and bars stayed level year-on-year, with a small 0.1% fall for the week ended 17 February, to continue a solid start to February trading, according to data from CGA. Sales on Valentine’s Day, a crucial trading date for operators and suppliers, were 9% higher than on 14 February…
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27 February
Strong Valentine’s Day keeps drinks sales level with 2023
Drinks sales at Britain’s pubs and bars stayed level year-on-year, with a small 0.1% fall for the week ended 17 February, to continue a solid start to February trading, according to data from CGA. This follows 1% growth in the previous seven days and continues a decent build-back after tough conditions in…
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27 February
The Redgarth in Inverurie hits the market after 34 years
The Redgarth, a pub and restaurant with letting rooms in Oldmeldrum, Inverurie, has hit the market for the first time in 34 years. Well positioned within the picturesque village of Oldmeldrum, the inn has built a good reputation in Aberdeenshire for its food and drink offerings. The business is also…
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27 February
Siren Craft Brew to open taproom and restaurant at Reading
Berkshire-based brewery Siren Craft Brew is set to open its new taproom and restaurant at Reading’s Station Hill mixed-use development in May this year. Siren has signed a 15-year lease for a 3,800 sq ft space on Friars Walk and will offer its range of locally produced ales, porters and…
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27 February
Levy UK&I extends contract with Sheffield United FC by 10 years
Sports and entertainment caterer, Levy UK&I, has announced a 10-year extension of its partnership with Sheffield United Football Club. As part of the contract extension, Levy will continue to manage all catering operations, including matchday hospitality, public concessions, corporate and non-matchday events, such as concerts. According to the caterer, the…
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26 February
Today’s news in brief – 26/02/24
Red Engine, owner of Flight Club and Electric Shuffle, has posted sales of £67m for 2023, up 26% year-on-year. It also revealed that Red Engine venues and partner venues sales when combined exceeded £100m for 2023, up 28% YOY, with like-for-like sales increasing by 10%. Danieli Holdings posted losses of…
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26 February
Brakspear appoints new marketing manager
Pub operator Brakspear has appointed Chris Keating as marketing manager for its leased and tenanted pubs. Keating joins with a wealth of pub sector experience gained during his 17 years working for Witney brewer Refresh and, following its acquisition, for Marston’s, where he was director of marketing for its beer…
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26 February
Red Engine posts £67m sales in 2023
Red Engine, owner of Flight Club and Electric Shuffle, has announced that it posted sales of £67m for 2023, up 26% year-on-year. It also revealed that Red Engine venues and partner venues sales when combined exceeded £100m for 2023, up 28% YOY, with like-for-like sales increasing by 10%. Red Engine,…
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