Covid-19

Will technology become a caterer’s best friend when doors reopen?

July 4th will undoubtedly be a day of celebration not just for hospitality professionals, but for the whole country, as…

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Upper Crust owner SSP set to cut 5,000 jobs amid dwindling demand

Some 5,000 jobs at Upper Crust owner SSP could be axed as the company faces dwindling demand due to the…

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Castle Terrace to close due to Covid-19’s ‘devastating effect’

Edinburgh-based restaurant, Castle Terrace, has announced it will not reopen post-lockdown, attributing the Covid-19 pandemic as having a “devastating effect…

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The impact of COVID-19 on your water offer – what you need to know

The repercussions of Covid-19 have been far-reaching for all, especially for those in the hospitality industry, where measures meant that…

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Byron set to appoint administrators

Byron has reportedly filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators after it “teetered on the brink of financial collapse”…

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Caffè Nero to reopen 400 stores to eat in from 4 July

Caffè Nero has announced it will reopen 400 stores for eat-in from the 4 July. The stores will open with…

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Revised ONS data reveals greater GDP drop in Q1 2020

The UK’s gross domestic product (GDP) in volume terms fell by 2.2% in Q1 2020, which has been revised downwards…

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The coronavirus diaries: Graham Hornigold and Heather Kaniuk 

Much of our work is centred across Europe, the UAE and beyond. Prior to Covid-19, our summer was booked with…

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Marston’s profits plunge as Covid-19 leads to £40m sales hit

Marston’s has said it remains “uncertain” about its short-term financial outlook, after its profits took a £40m hit following lockdown.…

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Diageo launches $100m recovery fund to help pubs and bars

Diageo has today announced a new global programme to support pubs and bars to welcome customers back and recover following…

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