NTIA
Coverage explores the work of the UK’s leading trade body representing night-time economy businesses, including late-night bars, clubs, live venues, and drink-led hospitality operators. Reporting includes policy advocacy on licensing, business rates, public safety, and workforce challenges; campaign activity during the COVID-19 recovery; and leadership commentary on government engagement. Insight is tailored for operators, landlords, and suppliers following regulatory change, nightlife strategy, and representation for after-hours venues.
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Jun- 2024 -17 JuneNews
Today’s news in brief – 17/06/24
The number of pubs closing permanently saw a sharp 56% rise in Q1, according to analysis of official government data by Altus Group. This is a rise from the 51 pubs a month closing during the first quarter of 2023. England’s North West region lost 35 pubs, the most of…
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17 JuneFood and Drink
NTIA appoints new INA vice president
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) has announced the appointment of Michael Kill as the new vice president of the International Nightlife Association (INA). According to NTIA, Kill, with his “extensive” experience and “unwavering dedication” to the nightlife industry, brings a “wealth of knowledge and a visionary approach to his…
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May- 2024 -20 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 20/05/24
Drinks sales rose 13% for the week ended 11 May as warm weather emerged. Trading was well up on all seven days of the week, beginning with a 17% uplift on Bank Holiday Monday, 6 May. The sunshine made it a good week for Long Alcoholic Drinks (LAD) categories, with…
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20 MayTrade Associations
NTIA dismayed by alarming Q1 nightclub closures
The NTIA has expressed “profound” dismay over recent CGA figures that revealed a total of 67 nightclubs closed in the first three months of 2024, equating to roughly five closures per week. Of these closures, nearly four on average were independently run, totalling 48 independent closures and 19 managed or…
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9 MayPubs and Bars
Pubs granted extended hours for Euros
The government has announced that pubs will be allowed to stay open till 1am should either England or Scotland make the semi finals of this summer’s European Championship. The decision will only cover venues in England and Wales as Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own licensing laws. Home Secretary…
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1 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 01/05/24
Compass Group UK&I has acquired CH&CO, which will see the catering company’s portfolio of brands – including Gather and Gather, Vacherin and Company of Cooks – join Compass’ group of companies. CH&CO has operations covering workplace catering, events, venues, visitor attractions, stadiums, education, healthcare and hospitality. Greene King will invest…
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1 MayBusiness
Administration cases within hospitality double, NTIA finds
The hospitality and night-time economy sectors have experienced a significant increase in businesses going into administration, a recent report by Shakespeare Martineau for the NTIA has revealed. The year-to-date data for April 2023 to March 2024 was concerning, with 193 administrations in the hospitality and night time economy industries accounting…
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Apr- 2024 -8 AprilNews
Today’s news in brief – 08/04/24
The latest transport strike has widened hospitality revenue losses to over £5bn, according to the NTIA. News follows the recent industrial action announced by the ASLEF union and London Underground, which ran from 5 April until today (8 April) and included a six-day ban on overtime. According to Kill, the…
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8 AprilTrade Associations
Latest travel strike widens industry losses to over £5bn, NTIA says
The Night Time Industries Association’s CEO, Michael Kill, has warned that the latest transport strike action has widened hospitality sector revenue losses to more than £5bn. News follows the recent industrial action announced by the ASLEF union and London Underground, which ran from 5 April until today (8 April) and…
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Mar- 2024 -20 MarchNews
Today’s news in brief – 20/03/24
Soho House revenues for FY23 have risen 16.8% YoY to $1.1bn (£870m). During the year, membership revenues rose 32.5% to $361.5m (£284.7m), accounting for 31.8% of total revenues. According to Soho House, its membership waitlist currently sits at approximately 99,000, an “all-time high” total revenues of $290.8m (£229.05m) that shows…
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