By GraceWeaverAI: Hospitality’s Reckoning with England’s Water Crisis. Behind every check-in and freshly made bed lies a resource that’s rarely seen but utterly relied upon, water. It empowers every layer of hospitality, from kitchens and bathrooms to laundry rooms and landscaped grounds. But as we go through the UK’s hottest and driest spring and summer in over a decade, … [Read more...]
Hackney Leads the Way in Audio Inclusion With Acoustic Upgrades for the Arts
Three of Hackney's grassroots music venues— Paper Dress Vintage, SJQ and Vortex Jazz Club —have set a new benchmark for audio inclusion, thanks to a pioneering partnership between Sownd Affects and Oscar Acoustics. This collaborative initiative, supported by Arts Council England, is making live music more accessible for neurodivergent, hard-of-hearing, and noise-sensitive … [Read more...]
TWO services stand In good company alongside those making a difference
As we move through the second half of the year, TWO Services have taken time to recognise the people and organisations who are making a tangible difference in their communities. We believe that meaningful support often comes from simply being present, offering help where it’s needed, and standing alongside those already doing vital work. Supporting community-led … [Read more...]
Chris Cowls MBE Appointed Chairman of HOSPA
The Hospitality Professionals Association (HOSPA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Cowls MBE as its new Chairman, taking over the role from Bob Silk, who has served in the position since 2022. Chris has been a member of the HOSPA Board since 2020 and he now steps into the Chairman role at a pivotal moment for the industry. Bringing a wealth of experience, … [Read more...]
Cleaning that never clocks off: TWO Services offers 24/7 kitchen cleaning for the catering and hospitality sector
In the hospitality and catering industries, flexibility is key. Kitchens don’t follow a 9-to-5 schedule, and neither should their cleaning regimes. That’s why TWO Services, one of the UK’s leading kitchen cleaning specialists, offers a professional 24/7 kitchen cleaning service tailored to the needs of commercial and hospitality operations nationwide. From early mornings … [Read more...]
June’s KP of the Month, appreciating individuals and enhancing people focused culture
Month in month out The Kitchen Porters Club continues to see and recognise the incredible work done by kitchen porters across catering and hospitality, from care homes to schools, to hotels, pubs and restaurants. But this couldn’t happen unless their colleagues make time to nominate them, and in so doing send a message of appreciation of individuals, enhancing people focused … [Read more...]
Carolyn Riozzie Shares Transformational Impact of Gather Platform
At a recent industry event, one story stood out, not for its scale, but for its sincerity and strength of conviction. Carolyn Riozzie, Quality Manager and Nominated Individual at Thurrock Lifestyle Solutions CIC, travelled more than four hours and used a day of her own annual leave to do one thing, tell others how the Gather platform has transformed the way her organisation … [Read more...]
Memorable Year for Talented Welsh Chef Gabi as She Graduates and Embarks on Her Culinary Journey
2025 is turning out to be a memorable year for talented Welsh chef Gabi Wilson who is looking forward to representing the UK in Denmark. The 20-year-old chef from Chapters, a Green Michelin star restaurant in Hay-on-Wye, has been selected by Team UK to compete at EuroSkills Herning 2025 in September, following her success in national skills competitions. She also hopes … [Read more...]
Belfast Plays Host to Titanic CRG Conference
The Country Range Group’s annual trade exhibition and conference took place on Thursday 26th June with over 500 delegates and 100-plus suppliers in attendance to kick-start their summer plans. Run for over 25 years, the event forms a key part of CRG’s calendar and took place outside the mainland UK for the first time since its creation with Belfast’s ICC and iconic Titanic … [Read more...]
En Route Appoints Stuart Seeney as Commercial Director
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services En Route International has appointed Stuart Seeney as its new Commercial Director, with responsibility for guiding the company’s commercial strategy and supporting its international development. Seeney has more than 25 years of experience in aviation and commercial leadership, including roles at Panasonic Avionics, … [Read more...]
Hotel Indigo Leeds and The Banksia Commit to Local Suppliers to Uphold its Neighbourhood Ethos
Ahead of its opening in the summer, Hotel Indigo Leeds is remaining close to its neighbourhood ethos, ensuring Yorkshire sits at its core, with its commitment to working alongside a host of local suppliers. Giving nods to the city and wider Yorkshire region isn’t just being reflected in the hotel’s interiors. Hotel Indigo Leeds is also leaning into the local community, … [Read more...]
Accessible Hospitality Alliance Welcomes Meiko UK and The Kitchen Porters Club as New Sponsors Following Groundbreaking aha Forum
The Accessible Hospitality Alliance (aha) is proud to announce the addition of two distinguished sponsors to its growing network of supporters: Meiko UK, recently honoured with a Royal Warrant by His Majesty King Charles III, and the Kitchen Porters Club, a vibrant community championing the unsung heroes of hospitality. This expansion of aha's sponsorship base comes in the … [Read more...]
Bidfood’s Dr Andy Kemp Retires After Two Decades Championing Food and Fairness
Dr Andy Kemp FIH MBE, Executive Director at Bidfood – one of the UK’s leading foodservice providers – will retire at the end of June after more than 20 years with the business and a remarkable career spanning over four decades. Widely recognised as one of the most influential figures in UK Foodservice and Hospitality, Andy’s retirement marks the end of a pioneering career … [Read more...]
CRG’s Super Seven Take to the Saddle for MAG’s Bikes Against Bombs Tanzania Cycling Challenge
Country Range Group Chief Executive Martin Ward and six other brave riders from across the Group will be taking on their most ambitious charity ride yet by being part of a team taking on the Tanzania Cycling Challenge in July. Taking place over five days from the 3rd to 11th, team CRG will be part of a group of 37 professionals from the UK wholesale, convenience and … [Read more...]
Nevaya and Filmbankmedia Partner to Bring Hollywood Blockbusters to Hotel Rooms
Nevaya has entered into a partnership with Filmbankmedia, a joint venture between Warner Bros. Discovery, Sony Pictures, and NT Digital Partners, and a market leader in non-theatrical content licensing. Filmbankmedia acts as a premier content aggregator, representing the world’s most prestigious libraries, including Warner Bros. Discovery, Disney, Sony Pictures, Lionsgate, … [Read more...]
