Inflation

Inflation sees biggest jump on record in August

UK inflation saw its largest jump since records began in August, as the rate spiked to 3.2% in a 12…

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Labour shortages could spark further inflation, CGA warns

Labour shortages, insufficient manufactured stocks and post-Brexit challenges could lead to further inflation in the months ahead, according to the…

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SHG calls for migrant worker visa scheme

The Scottish Hospitality Group (SHG) has warned that the ending of furlough in five weeks time will “not fully address”…

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Spending at pubs, clubs and bars soars 30.5% in July

Pubs, bars and clubs have welcomed another strong month of trading, recording 30.5% growth in consumer card spending against July…

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Foodservice inflation reached ‘highest ever level’ in May, says CGA

Foodservice price inflation reached its “highest ever level” in May 2021 as indoor service resumed in hospitality venues, according to…

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Tasty sees takeaway and delivery sales ‘perform well’

Tasty, the operator of restaurants in the casual dining sector, has revealed that for the six-week period to 27 June…

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Inflation returns to food and non-alcoholic drink prices, CGA reveals

Inflation has started to return to food and non-alcoholic drinks after months of falling prices, according to the latest CGA…

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Greggs sales recover to near pre-pandemic levels

Greggs saw its two-year like-for-like (LFL) sales close the gap to just a 3.9% decline for the eight weeks to…

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Food prices to rise above 2020 levels, says CGA

Food prices are likely to rise to above 2020 levels as volumes recover, according to the latest edition of the…

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Hospitality salaries up ‘significantly’ despite pandemic, report finds

Despite the economic impact of Covid-19, average salary levels across the hospitality and leisure sector grew “significantly” in 2020, according…

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