Covid-19

Our COVID-19 coverage captures the full impact of the pandemic on the UK’s foodservice and hospitality sector, from lockdown trading restrictions and government support schemes to recovery planning, operational adaptations, and long-term business implications. This includes essential reporting for restaurant operators, pub landlords, caterers, chefs, and F&B directors navigating one of the most disruptive periods in industry history.

  • Jul- 2020 -
    23 July
    BeveragesBBPA welcomes SBR reforms

    BBPA welcomes SBR reforms

    The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has welcomed the government’s continued commitment to Small Brewer Relief (SBR) and “improvements to its current structure”. It also welcomed the launch of the business rates review and an “expected” timescale for the Alcohol Duty Review. The trade association highlights that the purpose…

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  • 23 July
    PeopleDeliveroo appoints new CFO

    Deliveroo appoints new CFO

    Deliveroo has appointed Adam Miller as its new chief financial officer. Miller has been with the group since February 2019, having previously served as vice president for corporate strategy.  He most recently stepped in as interim CFO for the delivery app group.  According to Deliveroo, Miller has played a “significant”…

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  • 22 July
    CoronavirusWinchester’s River Cottage Kitchen permanently closes

    Winchester’s River Cottage Kitchen permanently closes

    Celebrity chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s River Cottage Kitchen in Winchester has announced its permanent closure as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. In a statement on its website, the restaurant said: “We all face unprecedented challenges from Covid-19 and with a heavy heart, we have made the very difficult and sad…

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  • 21 July
    CoronavirusHospitality trade bodies outline ‘road to recovery’

    Hospitality trade bodies outline ‘road to recovery’

    A new report from UKHospitality and CGA has revealed the scale of impact Covid has had on the hospitality sector, and outlines what the industry can do to recover both sales and consumer confidence.  According to the trade bodies, “rigorous” safety measures, industry collaboration and government support can “speed the…

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  • 20 July
    RestaurantsZizzi and Ask Italian to close 75 sites, 1,200 jobs at risk

    Zizzi and Ask Italian to close 75 sites, 1,200 jobs at risk

    Some 75 Zizzi and Ask Italian sites are set to close after the restaurant’s owner, Azzurri Group, was acquired by TowerBrook Capital Partners. The move has placed 1,200 jobs at risk and is the result of “unprecedented levels” of disruption in recent months as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.…

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  • 20 July
    BeveragesSIBA NI voices concern on reform of liquor licensing laws

    SIBA NI voices concern on reform of liquor licensing laws

    The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) has voiced its concerns of the proposals to reform liquor licensing laws in Northern Ireland. Last week, Northern Ireland’s communities minister, Carál Ní Chuilín MLA, announced executive agreement on proposals that will “transform and modernise” the liquor licensing law. The proposals will now be…

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  • 16 July
    RestaurantsBistrot Pierre collapses into administration

    Bistrot Pierre collapses into administration

    KPMG has revealed it has led the administration of restaurant group Le Bistrot Pierre.  The firm confirmed that restructuring practice members, Will Wright and Steve Absolom, were appointed joint administrators of the French-style restaurant chain. Following their appointment, the business and certain assets were “immediately” sold to Bistrot Pierre 1994…

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  • 14 July
    Pubs and BarsBrewhouse & Kitchen revenues rise 2.9% during first week of reopening

    Brewhouse & Kitchen revenues rise 2.9% during first week of reopening

    Brewhouse and Kitchen – the 22 site national brewpub group – has reported 2.9% like-for-like sales growth in its first week trading post the Covid-19 lockdown.  The group said it attributes the “strong start” to a “measured and gradual” approach to the reopening of its brewpubs, the “considerable” amount of…

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  • 13 July
    CoronavirusBusinesses must remain Covid-secure, warns HSE

    Businesses must remain Covid-secure, warns HSE

    The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has warned businesses that they must ensure they are Covid-secure as lockdown measures ease across the UK.  According to the authority, inspectors will be “out and about”, spot-checking employers that they are complying with health and safety law.  HSE defines “Covid-secure” as being “adaptable…

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  • 13 July
    CoronavirusHospitality Action launches ‘Invisible Chips’ campaign

    Hospitality Action launches ‘Invisible Chips’ campaign

    Hospitality Action has launched a new fundraising campaign in a bid to “harness the UK’s goodwill and affection” for the hospitality industry. The ‘Invisible Chips’ campaign allows customers to show their support for the industry , and participating venues will be asked to add Invisible Chips to their menu, priced…

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