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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Nov- 2020 -23 NovemberBusiness
BBPA calls for VAT cuts and rates holiday extension
The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has called for further government support for the sector, following revelations that 72% of hospitality and pub businesses could become “unviable” and close in 2021. The association said that an extension in VAT cuttings and the business rates holiday are “top priorities” for…
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20 NovemberCoronavirus
A third of hospitality groups fear collapse
One in three hospitality firms have “little or no” confidence in surviving the next three months, according to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The sector was found to be the most discouraged industry in the survey’s findings, followed by the administrative and support service activities…
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20 NovemberCoronavirus
Tiers three and four could provide losses for 95% of Scottish hospitality
The placement of 32 local areas into tougher Covid-19 restrictions could lead to vast closures for pubs and hospitality firms across Scotland, according to new research. A report published by UKHospitality Scotland, the Scottish Beer and Pub Association, and the British Institute of Innkeeping has found that 95% of the…
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19 NovemberCoronavirus
UKH calls for greater clarity as lockdown nears end
UKHospitality has called for greater support for the hospitality sector following the second national lockdown, as well as “urgent clarity” on the tier system businesses will enter as the lockdown ends next month. Giving evidence to the House of Commons BEIS Committee, UKHospitality CEO Kate Nicholls argued that restrictions have…
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13 NovemberComment
How Covid-19 has changed the progression of FoodTech
No industry has escaped the wrath of COVID-19, but the hospitality sector has arguably faced the brunt of the virus’ shockwaves. If we are to focus on the silver lining, however, it is that cafés, bars and restaurants alike have been able to demonstrate their remarkable ingenuity as they…
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10 NovemberCoronavirus
Employment stats ‘reinforce need for targeted support’, says UKH
The release of ONS employment figures “highlights the scale of the crisis” currently being faced by hospitality businesses and emphasises the need for additional support for the sector, according to UKHospitality. The figures showed that a record 314,000 people lost their job in the three months to September as the…
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10 NovemberCoronavirus
Roux’s Waterside Inn to remain closed until 2021
The three Michelin star Waterside Inn restaurant in Bray will remain closed until 8 January 2021, as owner chef Alain Roux deems its re-opening “financially unfeasible”. Following the government’s latest ruling, the Waterside Inn closed on 5 November 2020, however the chef announced on Instagram he would extend this break…
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9 NovemberCoronavirus
Government extends restaurants and pubs takeaway permission
The Communities Secretary, Robert Jenrick, has reportedly extended the automatic permission for pubs and restaurants to serve takeaway food and drinks until 2022. The extension means that businesses will not have to obtain planning permission to provide takeaways until March 2022. According to i, Jenrick is set to make the…
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4 NovemberCoronavirus
Trade bodies call for plan to secure future of industry and its supply chain
Trade bodies representing the UK’s hospitality, pubs and their supply chain businesses have called on the government to provide a six-month investment plan to secure the future of those sectors. In a letter to the chancellor, UKHospitality, the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA), British Institute of Innkeeping (BII), Campaign…
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4 NovemberTrade Associations
CAMRA welcomes easing of takeaway beer restrictions
Trade associations have welcomed the government’s plans to ease restrictions on the takeaway sale of beer and cider from restaurants during lockdown. According to new legislation, pre-ordered alcohol can be collected by customers as long as they do not enter the premises. Nik Antona, CAMRA’s national chairman, said: “I am…
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