UKHospitality

Reporting on the activities, statements, and advocacy efforts of UKHospitality, the trade body representing the interests of restaurants, pubs, bars, cafés, hotels, and catering operators across the UK. From lobbying on business rates, VAT, and staffing policy to sector-wide recovery plans and legislative updates, our coverage distils what UKHospitality’s work means for frontline operators and executives. Whether you’re tracking regulatory shifts, evaluating industry campaigns, or seeking leadership perspectives, this archive delivers vital updates relevant to every corner of the foodservice sector.

  • Jul- 2025 -
    4 July
    Trade AssociationsUKH warns against new measures in gov health plan

    UKH warns against new measures in gov health plan

    UKHospitality has warned that new measures in the government’s 10-year health plan for England risk adding “red tape and cost” to businesses if imposed without collaboration. It comes as the Department of Health and Social Care published the plan yesterday (3 July), which aims to improve the National Health Service…

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  • 2 July
    Regulations & PoliciesGovt unveils timeline for Employment Rights reforms

    Govt unveils timeline for Employment Rights reforms

    The government has set out a phased timeline for implementing changes under the Employment Rights Bill, with the most complex reforms delayed until 2027 to provide time for business consultation. It comes as the Department for Business and Trade has confirmed that new rights around guaranteed hours and shift predictability…

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  • Jun- 2025 -
    23 June
    Trade AssociationsUKH warns against Westminster plan for late-night levy

    UKH warns against Westminster plan for late-night levy

    Westminster City Council’s plans to consult on a late-night levy risk undermining its own ambitions to boost the night-time economy, UKHospitality has warned. The trade body, which represents hospitality operators, has formally responded to the council’s consultation. While welcoming several proposals, including expanding the night bus and tube network, increasing…

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  • 20 June
    Food and DrinkLondon mayor backs new al fresco dining spots for summer

    London mayor backs new al fresco dining spots for summer

    London mayor Sadiq Khan has announced new al fresco dining areas are set to open across four London boroughs this summer, as part of a mayoral scheme to support the capital’s hospitality industry.  The Summer Streets Fund, a £300k programme backed by Khan, will see streets in Lambeth, Hackney, Waltham…

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  • 16 June
    Trade AssociationsUKH secures govt commitment to explore changes to EPR scheme

    UKH secures govt commitment to explore changes to EPR scheme

    UKHospitality has secured a commitment from the government to explore changes to the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme, following concerns that the current rules unfairly penalise hospitality businesses. The trade body said some venues are being charged twice for recycling due to regulations that classify certain packaging used in hospitality,…

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  • 12 June
    Catering CompaniesContract caterers see Q1 sales rise 9.5% year-on-year

    Contract caterers see Q1 sales rise 9.5% year-on-year

    Contract caterers’ sales rose 9.5% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025, according to the latest Contract Catering Tracker from CGA by NIQ, Bidfood and UKHospitality. The increase marks the 15th consecutive quarter of growth for the sector, with sales expanding in every quarter since mid-2021. Growth in 2024 ranged…

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  • 11 June
    Trade AssociationsUKH calls for NIC rethink as 100,000 jobs lost in May

    UKH calls for NIC rethink as 100,000 jobs lost in May

    UKHospitality has called for the increase in employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) to be reconsidered, as new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) indicate that more than 100,000 jobs were lost in May as a direct result.  The Labour Market Overview, which was published today (11 June), estimates…

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  • 9 June
    PeopleKate Nicholls appointed as UKHospitality chair

    Kate Nicholls appointed as UKHospitality chair

    UKHospitality has announced that current CEO Kate Nicholls OBE is to step up to the new role of chair, while current deputy CEO Allen Simpson will transition to CEO.  At the same time, current non-executive chairman, Steve Cassidy, will move to become president. The move will enable Nicholls and Simpson…

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  • 2 June
    Trade AssociationsOne third of hospitality operates at a loss, survey finds

    One third of hospitality operates at a loss, survey finds

    One third of hospitality businesses are currently operating at a loss, representing an 11% increase on the last quarter, according to the latest survey undertaken by UKH, the British Institute of Innkeeping, the British Beer and Pub Association, and Hospitality Ulster.  UKHospitality, along with a number of trade associations, have…

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  • May- 2025 -
    27 May
    Food and DrinkKFC unveils plans to invest £1.49bn in the UK and Ireland

    KFC unveils plans to invest £1.49bn in the UK and Ireland

    KFC UK and Ireland has announced plans to invest £1.49bn and create over 7,000 new jobs in the UK and Ireland over the next five years. Of the £1.49bn investment, £466m will go towards opening new restaurants focusing on building flagship sites and drive-thrus in key locations such as Ireland…

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