BII
Reporting on advocacy, training, recognition programmes, and policy engagement led by a key membership organisation supporting the UK’s pub sector. This section covers licensing updates, workforce development, industry surveys, and operational guidance aimed at independent landlords, tenanted operators, and F&B leaders. It provides valuable insight into the resources and representation shaping success and sustainability in the licensed trade.
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Apr- 2025 -9 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 09/04/25
The BII has called for “meaningful” support for pubs, as its latest survey revealed that 80% of its members said that all four elements of the changes that came into force this April have negatively impacted their businesses. Due to the budget changes, the BII’s survey revealed that 83% of…
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9 AprilPubs and Bars
BII calls for ‘meaningful’ support as April changes hit 80% of members
The British Institute of Innkeeping has called for “meaningful support for pubs, not empty words”, as its latest survey revealed that 80% of its members said that all four elements of the changes that came into force this April have negatively impacted their businesses. The BII’s 13,000 members mainly run…
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3 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 03/04/25
Yum Brands chief executive, David Gibbs, will retire from the role in 2026, having served since January 2020. During his tenure, Gibbs focused on leading the company’s digital transformation, building the company’s development engine and delivering “strong” shareholder returns powered by a “people-first” culture of collaboration. Simultaneously, he also navigated…
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3 AprilPubs and Bars
BII partners with the LTC to boost publican wellbeing
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) has partnered with the Licensed Trade Charity (LTC) to help more hospitality businesses thrive by supporting the wellbeing of the people who run them. Announced at the inaugural LTC Wellbeing Conference, the new partnership will provide pub people with easy access to expert help…
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Mar- 2025 -17 MarchFeatures
Private equity in hospitality: a lifeline or a looming takeover?
French restaurant group Bistrot Pierre was the latest British chain to be acquired out of administration by a private equity firm, ensuring that 10 sites will continue to trade with exactly 394 jobs saved. Private equity investment in hospitality has become a growing force that offers a financial lifeline to…
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Oct- 2024 -28 OctoberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 28/10/24
54% of hospitality businesses would cut jobs when business rates relief ends in April, according to a new joint survey conducted by the BBPA, BII and UKH. The report also highlighted that 76% would experience lower profit and 28% would have to close at least one site. The trade bodies…
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Aug- 2024 -14 AugustNews
Today’s news in brief – 14/08/24
Starbucks has appointed Brian Niccol as its new incoming CEO from 9 September this year. It comes as Laxman Narasimhan is stepping down from the role with immediate effect. In the meantime, CFO Rachel Ruggeri will serve in an interim capacity. Niccol currently serves as chairman and CEO of Chipotle…
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14 AugustTrade Associations
Hospitality unites to support business rates reform
A number of hospitality trade organisations have united to call for reform to the business rates model. UKHospitality (UKH), the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA), British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) and Hospitality Ulster (HU) have produced a survey detailing the biggest issues for the sector. According to the survey,…
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Feb- 2024 -19 FebruaryNews
Today’s news in brief – 19/02/24
A quarter of hospitality businesses have no cash reserves, according to a joint survey by UKH, the BBPA, BII and Hospitality Ulster, which also revealed that a further 29% have less than three months’ worth of funds. As a result, the rising costs experienced by businesses have left 64% not…
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19 FebruaryTrade Associations
Quarter of hospitality venues have run out of money, survey finds
A quarter of hospitality businesses have no cash reserves and a further 29% have less than three months’ worth, according to a joint survey by UKH, the BBPA, BII and Hospitality Ulster. The joint survey also found that 98% of businesses have seen food and drink costs increase, while 96%…
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