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We report on business sales and ownership changes across the UK foodservice and hospitality sector, including restaurant acquisitions, pub disposals, catering firm takeovers, and brand portfolio restructures. Our coverage captures who’s buying, who’s selling, and why, with commercial context that matters to operators, F&B executives, and group-level decision-makers. Whether it’s a strategic divestment, private equity deal, or local venue sale, we break down what the transaction means for market positioning, leadership, and operational continuity across the industry.
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Jun- 2021 -22 JuneCoronavirus
Pubs to lose out on £3m during England game, says BBPA
English Pubs, showing the England vs Czech Republic game tonight (22 June) are expected to lose out on £3m in revenues due to social distancing measures, according to the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) The trade association said these restrictions will “greatly reduce” the experience of watching UEFA EURO…
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22 JuneRegulations & Policies
Stem and Glory opens new site in Cambridge
Vegan restaurant brand, Stem and Glory, has announced the opening of a new larger site in central Cambridge. The restaurant, which has been designed by Afroditi Krassa, fronts Station Road, just metres from the city’s railway station and houses a large outdoor terrace. The site is built to service both…
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17 JuneCoronavirus
Beer sales during Wales match 60,000 pints lower due to table service
Beer sales during the Wales v Turkey match on 16 June were 60,000 pints lower than if the game had been shown without restrictions, analysis by the Welsh Beer and Pub Association has found. The trade association said ongoing restrictions are “negatively impacting” the experience of watching UEFA EURO 2020…
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14 JuneCoronavirus
No ‘justification’ for Covid passports, says gov committee
There is no “justification” for Covid-19 passports, according to a new report by the Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee (PACAC). The cross-party group of MPs published its report into the use and impact of Covid-status certification on individuals and businesses. They found the government has failed to adequately make…
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May- 2021 -28 MayTrade Associations
Table service only will see pubs lose £80m, says BBPA
Restrictions currently placed on pubs including table service only will lead to them losing out on £80m in revenue from pint sales – down 34% on revenue for a normal spring bank holiday weekend, according to the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA). The trade association said that despite a…
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18 MayTrade Associations
2,000 pubs remain closed despite indoor reopening
The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has revealed that around 2,000 pubs remain closed, despite an estimated 45,000 pubs reopening in the UK yesterday (17 May). As of 17 May, hospitality venues, including pubs, were allowed to reopen for service indoors after lockdown. However, the trade association is warning…
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Apr- 2021 -15 AprilGovernment
Gov set to consult on mandatory calorie labelling of alcohol
The government is reportedly set to launch a consultation into the mandatory calorie labelling of alcoholic beverages. According to a report in The Sun, the government is drawing up plans to require pub chains with more than 250 staff to display calorie information on menus or pump labels. Following a…
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Mar- 2021 -31 MarchRestaurants
Marketing duo to open new East London restaurant
The owners of marketing agency Crowdify Global are set to open a new neighbourhood restaurant and bar in East London on 12 April. James Rix and Fergus Harrington have worked for almost 20 years as event promoters and have sold a range of events brands and marketing businesses. This led…
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24 MarchFood and Drink
Amazon to reduce Deliveroo stake at IPO
Amazon’s stake in Deliveroo will fall to 11.5% following the group’s IPO, according to the IPO prospectus. The fall represents a 4.3% decline from Amazon’s current 15.8% stake, as roughly 23.3 million shares are to be sold, raising between £90.87m and £107.18m. This exit opportunity, alongside a dilution in its…
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19 MarchPubs and Bars
JD Wetherspoons falls to pre-tax loss of £68m
JD Wetherspoons has reported a pre-tax loss of £68m in its preliminary results for the 26 weeks ended 24 January 2021. Revenue fell 54% to £431.1m from £933m in the period, while like-for-like sales declined 54% which was attributed to the disruption in trading due to lockdown restrictions. In its…
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