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.
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Dec- 2023 -5 DecemberNews
Today’s news in brief – 05/12/23
Marston’s swung to a £30.7m loss despite revenues rising 9.1% to £872.3m, due to interest rate hikes and property valuations. Yet, with optimistic Christmas bookings, the pub chain noted encouraging revenue figures. Meanwhile, the group has appointed a new CEO, Justin Platt, effective 10 January. The group’s focus is on…
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5 DecemberGovernment
Labour shortages to worsen with new immigration plan, says UKH
Labour shortages in the hospitality sector are set to worsen as a result of the Government’s new immigration plans according to UKHospitality. While three quarters of the hospitality workforce are made up of UK nationals, around a quarter of the workforce is made up of overseas workers according to UKH.…
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1 DecemberPubs and Bars
RMT accepts pay offer ending strikes until at least spring 2024
The RMT has announced that it has accepted a pay deal from the Rail Delivery Group, ending strike action until at least spring 2024. Members of the union have accepted a 5% pay increase which is backdated to 2022-2023 alongside a guarantee of no compulsory redundancies until the end of…
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Nov- 2023 -27 NovemberNews
Today’s news in brief – 27/11/23
Pho is set for expansion, securing fresh funding following a 33.6% turnover surge to £58.3m in FY23. Despite a profit dip to £1.8m (from £5.6m) due to pandemic concessions, restaurant EBITDA held steady around £10.4m. The company attributes the profit decrease to prior government aid. While FY23’s EBITDA stood at…
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27 NovemberTrade Associations
Extended hours for Euro 2024 ‘essential’ for pubs and bars, says UKH
Hospitality trade body UKHospitality has warned it is “essential” that trading hours are extended for the semi-finals and final stage of the European Championships next summer. UKH chief Kate Nicholls said Euro 2024 is set to be a “huge event” for hospitality businesses next summer as fans pack pubs and…
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10 NovemberNews
Today’s news in brief – 10/11/23
Krispy Kreme reported net revenues of $407.4m (£333m) in Q3, marking a 7.9% increase compared with the same quarter in 2022. The international segment saw a 15.4% growth in net revenue. The company reported a GAAP net loss of $40.3m (£32.9m) for the quarter. Adjusted EBITDA in the quarter grew…
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10 NovemberTrade Associations
Hospitality leaders call for ‘urgent action’ in Autumn Statement
Michelin-starred chefs and publicans have joined industry CEOs from more than 230 companies in signing an open letter to the chancellor calling for urgent support ahead of this month’s Autumn Statement. Tom Kerridge, Monica Galetti, Tom Aikens and Jodie Kidd were among the chefs and publicans included in the letter,…
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8 NovemberTrade Associations
UKH urges govt to protect industry following King’s Speech
UKHospitality has urged the government to ensure there are measures in place to protect hospitality businesses from the effects of the cost-of-living crisis, following the King’s Speech yesterday (7 November). The bills outlined by the King included the carryover of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Bills, which aims to…
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7 NovemberNews
Contract caterers’ Q3 sales rise 15%, CGA says
Contract caterers’ sales in the third quarter of 2023 were 15% ahead of the same period in 2022, the latest Contract Catering Tracker from CGA by NIQ and Bidfood revealed. It continues catering’s strong recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, when sales were decimated by lockdowns and widespread working from home.…
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Oct- 2023 -20 OctoberBusiness
UKH warns of inflation-linked rates rise
With inflation standing at 6.7% in September, UK Hospitality has warned that the hospitality industry could face an additional £234m in business rates, if the government is to go ahead with its planned inflation-linked rise in April. This combination would leave hospitality facing a huge £864m in business rate costs…
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