Rt Hon Rachel Reeves MP Chancellor of the Exchequer HM Treasury 1 Horse Guards Road London SW1 2HQ Dear Chancellor, Recent political and economic history, 21st Century to date, clearly demonstrates the folly in adopting austerity to drive economic growth. Look at where the last Government’s attempts at such left them. Growth needs investment and there is simply no … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2025
Grazing strengthens leadership team with two senior appointments
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Delivered-in office catering specialist Grazing has recruited two new members to its senior team, with a new culinary director and operations director joining the business. Kerri Barrett has been appointed as Grazing’s new operations director. An experienced operations professional in the food and beverage sector, she … [Read more...]
OYO reports 15% growth in revenue for UK operations in 2024
Global travel technology company OYO’s UK operations reported a 15% increase in revenue in 2024 compared to 2023. The company's Average Daily Rate (ADR) rose by 2%, while the broader market as reported by STR saw a decline of 2.8%. OYO's per room revenue (RevPAR) increased by 4% compared to the market's 4.5% decline. OYO recently announced its plans to open over 40 premium … [Read more...]
The Bedford Hotel, Belfast appoints GM for 2025 opening
The Bedford Hotel has announced the appointment of Mike Gatt as General Manager of the luxury 102-room boutique hotel with an onsite destination restaurant and new café bar due to open in October of this year. With 40 years’ experience in the hospitality industry, Mike joins The Bedford Hotel from The Maldron, Belfast City Centre where he has been GM for more … [Read more...]
Nieves Barragán Mohacho announces second London opening
Chef News is sponsored by the the Kitchen Porters Club Chef Nieves Barragán Mohacho, in partnership with JKS Restaurants, will welcome guests to Legado in Shoreditch, London this summer, her second opening following the Michelin-starred Sabor in 2018. Legado - meaning ‘legacy’ - is a nod to Nieves’ personal journey and a celebration of Spain’s diverse regional … [Read more...]
Leicestershire Foodservice Wholesaler Crowned as CRG’s Newest Member
The Country Range Group has welcomed its second member of 2025 with the proud family-run Crowndale Foodservice revealed as its latest wholesale member. The latest arrival means the Group now consists of 16 member businesses and 18 wholesalers, expanding the presence of the Group’s own brands across the UK, Ireland, Jersey and Coastal Spain. Set up in 1988 by … [Read more...]
UKHospitality calls on Competition and Markets Authority to investigate completely broken UK energy market
In a letter to Sarah Cardell, the Chief Executive of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), UKHospitality said the criteria for a Market Investigation Reference (MIR) had been “undoubtedly met”, including reasonable grounds for suspecting competition is not effective and highlighting the scale of the problem. A market investigation would be conducted by the CMA to … [Read more...]
Armani Hotel Milano joins Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Armani Hotel Milano, one of Milan’s most exclusive boutique hotels, has proudly become a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts' renowned Legend Collection. A collaboration between Giorgio Armani S.p.A. and Emaar Properties, this luxury property is perfectly positioned in Milan’s prestigious fashion district, embodying the global sophistication and cultural refinement that … [Read more...]
48 Hours to Avert Crisis: Industry Leaders Warn Chancellor on Spring Budget
Today, a coalition of trade bodies and associations representing over 100,000 businesses across the UK’s night-time economy, cultural sector, and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) in hospitality and catering, events, supply and entertainment have formally written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, urging immediate Government intervention to prevent further economic decline … [Read more...]
Gamified Training To Ease Burden Of Compliance For The Hospitality Industry With Launch Of Attensi Comply
Attensi, the game-based simulation training platform, has announced the launch of its new hospitality product, Attensi Comply, ensuring all employees in hospitality can stay on top of the latest laws in compliance from allergens to fire safety with its gamified training. Both The Ivy Collection and Punch Pubs & Co have already invested in Attensi Comply to ensure their … [Read more...]
The Art School welcomes the next chapter in Liverpool’s relationship with Bordeaux
The Commanderie de Bordeaux à Liverpool received its Charter from Le Grand Conseil de Vins de Bordeaux on Thursday March 20th 2025 and the city will now learn about sampling and spreading the word about the wines of Bordeaux from the storied region in France. Dinners, wine tasting and visits to Bordeaux will take place each year to celebrate the region’s wines and the new … [Read more...]
Wendy’s announce ambitious new UK restaurant openings growth plan
Wendy’s burger restaurant chain has announced today its UK expansion strategy, bringing its brand to consumers across the country. Wendy’s is on track to open its 50th restaurant in the UK. The expansion plans for 2025 include Wendy’s establishing its presence in Scotland for the first time. Michael Clarke, Managing Director, Europe for The Wendy’s Company said of … [Read more...]
Launch of two new Barbara’s Bier Haus venues announced for Bristol and Bournemouth
NEOS Hospitality is further expanding, with the launch of two new Barbara’s Bier Haus venues in two huge nightlife hubs, Bristol and Bournemouth. As one of NEOS’s core brands, Barbara’s Bier Haus is rapidly gaining popularity for its high-energy après ski experience, and these upcoming openings highlight the group’s impressive momentum and growing market … [Read more...]
Dream acquisition leads to opening of The Three Tuns pub in Henley in May
What began years ago over the counter at celebrated butchers Gabriel Machin in Henley has now come full circle as Barry, the butcher, and his long-standing customer Nigel Sutcliffe (owner of The Oarsman in Marlow) have fulfilled their joint dream and together acquired The Three Tuns pub in Henley, due to open this May. The part 13th century, 34-cover pub will … [Read more...]
ALVA announce members receiving 157 million visitors in 2024
The Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) has released the visitor figures of its members for 2024. The total number of visits to 400 ALVA sites in 2024 was 157.2 million, a 3.4% increase on the previous year but still represented a decline of 8.8% on the 169.7 million visits in 2019 to the top 386 ALVA sites. Mixed sites that are a combination of both indoor … [Read more...]
