As the Covid-19 crisis continues to dominate news within hospitality, we take a second look at which articles relating to Covid-19 are most read. We draw our own conclusions below the Top 20 Headlines, and we welcome yours too on our social media channels – Facebook and twitter. The Covid-19 Top Headlines Black people banned from McDonald’s China The Ritz London has … [Read more...]
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FCA take court action with 56 insurers over Covid-19 insurance disputes
Business Interruption Insurance claims stemming from Covid-19 have been largely disputed by UK insurance companies, the Financial Conduct Authority are taking court action to clarify disputes. Since the FCA made its last announcement on 1 May, they have approached 56 insurers and reviewed over 500 relevant policies from 40 insurers. They have identified a sample of 17 … [Read more...]
Housekeeping COVID-19 Secure Standard
The UK Housekeepers’ Association (UKHA) has announced the launch of a new ‘Housekeeping COVID-19 Secure Standard’, developed through a strategic partnership with Umbrella Training. The standard has been designed to provide an industry-wide approach to cleaning, offering a clear process for housekeepers and accommodation managers to follow - in line with Government … [Read more...]
Workplace Foodservice post Covid-19 – The Client’s View
Earlier this month, the UK Government outlined plans for certain industry sectors in England to return to work post Covid-19 while employees who can operate from home continue to do so. There has been much from foodservice businesses about what the new workplace will look like trying to anticipate clients requirements. Given that we work with the clients that require … [Read more...]
French Covid-19 ruling against AXA brings hope to UK hospitality businesses
Every hospitality business in the UK that has made an unsuccessful insurance claim related to Covid-19 business interruption has cause to be encouraged. As a French restauranteur has successfully gained a ruling in Paris against insurance giant AXA last Friday for Covid-19 related revenue losses. This would seem to open many similar doors to similar claims in the … [Read more...]
Covid-19 the new PPI
One particularly enjoyable part of reporting news is keeping an eye on it. And some eye keeping of course is more enjoyable, new school generally more so than old school, being less restricted, and more forthright. One such media outlet is US travel website, Skift, who also operate a good email newsletter. Yesterday one headline particularly caught our eye - Someone Says … [Read more...]
Failed Covid-19 hospitality insurance claimants join a collective
A growing group of angry hospitality businesses that individually failed with claims of business damages resulting from Covid-19 to date, are now planning collective legal action. The group, called HIGA and legal advisers Mishcon de Reya, have said legal action will focus against two giants of the insurance world, Aviva and QBE. The focus follows from hundreds of … [Read more...]
One hotel group 700 new Covid-19 safety protocols
NH Hotel Group has launched a new set of measures to address the current Covid-19 crisis. The measures are designed to preserve the safety of travellers and employees, through various initiatives and adaptation of 700 operating standards. They will be implemented in each and every one of the Group's 364 properties across Europe and America. Under the new ‘Feel Safe … [Read more...]
Safe Covid-19 hospitality trading
Food hygiene is always important across the hospitality industry, and now more than ever, it is crucial to follow strict health and safety protocols across your food and beverage business. There is no evidence to suggest that Coronavirus can be transmitted from food, or food packaging. Despite this, there are certain extra precautions your business should take, in order to … [Read more...]
Covid-19 Foodservice combat milestones
Covid-19 has almost brought UK foodservices to a grinding halt. However, like phoenixes rising from the ashes, foodservice operators forced to grapple with an ever changing situation, have adapted, evolved, and innovated. I recently read the line “entrepreneurship is not a destination it’s a journey.” And with journeys, there are always setbacks, but these are … [Read more...]
New Covid-19 Housekeeping Standard
The UK Housekeepers’ Association (UKHA) has today announced the launch of a new ‘Housekeeping COVID-19 Secure Standard’, developed through a strategic partnership with Umbrella Training. The standard has been designed to provide an industry-wide approach to cleaning, offering a clear process for housekeepers and accommodation managers to follow - in line with Government … [Read more...]
Covid-19 Pub cleaning
When it comes to COVID-19 pub cleaning, good hygiene and cleanliness is the best line of defence. At TWO Services, we provide reactive and preventative sanitise cleans for COVID-19 outbreaks in pubs. Pub cleaning Covid-19 -fogging Keeping surfaces clean is extremely important to protect the safety of building inhabitants. Our fogging system is a quick and easy way to … [Read more...]
Covid-19 enables greater sustainability
In October 2019, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group pledged to eliminate all single-use plastic, across its portfolio of luxury hotels, by the end of March 2021. While the original timing for completion is likely to be impacted by the global effects of Covid-19, the Group has highlighted both the achievements made to date and some of the challenges encountered. Covid-19 … [Read more...]
New Covid-19 outbreaks in China spark second lockdowns
Jilin Province in Northeast China has declared a second lockdown following a new outbreak of Covid-19. China’s Global Times Reports the discovery of new Covid-19 infections in the city of Shulan led to lockdown in local communities and villages Saturday 9 May. To calm and manage the situation, the Communist Party of China immediately set meetings in place to monitor … [Read more...]
NH Hotel Group secures €225 million Covid-19 financing
NH Hotel Group has signed a syndicated loan for €225 million with maturity in 2023, which will enable the Company to finance its operational needs in the current global economic scenario. The agreement, reached within the legal framework established by the Spanish government to mitigate the economic impact of the Covid-19, has been granted endorsement by the Official … [Read more...]