Legislation

Rail strikes to end ahead of 'critical' period for sector

19-Sep-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Hospitality sector “breathing a huge sigh of relief” as rail strikes come to an end before the “critical golden quarter”, UKHospitality (UKH) has said.

CAMRA: 'Duty cut would add £70m to economy'

16-Sep-2024 By Rebecca Weller

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) had urged the Government to slash tax on pints in pubs ahead of the Budget next month.

POLL

VOTE NOW: Would a VAT reduction or business rates reform benefit your pub more?

13-Sep-2024 By Rebecca Weller

The level of VAT paid by pubs has been labelled “extraordinarily demoralising” while others felt business rates reformation was a "more pressing issue".

Opinion

Government needs to wake up to pub plight

13-Sep-2024 By Ed Bedington

The news that 16 pubs closed each week between January and June will come as little surprise to many in the sector.

Martyn’s Law has first reading in parliament

13-Sep-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Martyn’s Law, which is more formally known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises Bill) has been introduced to parliament.

GDP figure shows need to 'unshackle' sector

11-Sep-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Stagnant economic growth demonstrates the need to “unshackle” the hospitality sector, one trade body has said.

‘Imperative business rates cliff edge is addressed’

10-Sep-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

The Government has been urged to provide a solution in avoiding sky-rocketing business rates bills in the upcoming Budget.

The Lock In Podcast

Summer? What summer?

09-Sep-2024 By Ed Bedington

The Lock In Podcast is back for an unprecedented fifth season, and we're taking a look back at the summer trade!

Hospitality APPG elects new chair

05-Sep-2024 By Rebecca Weller

The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for hospitality and tourism has been reconstituted with a new chair.

BBPA urges Gov to support pubs as sector contributes billions in GVA

05-Sep-2024 By Rebecca Weller

An industry trade body has called for Government support to tackle “soaring” costs after new research showed the sector has added billions to economy in just one year.

Half of operators broke even over summer

04-Sep-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Just under one in two operators broke even over the summer with a further quarter making a loss during the traditionally bumper months, new research has revealed.

Over 8 in 10 operators against outdoor smoking ban

03-Sep-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Some 85% of operators would not support an outdoor smoking ban if it came into force, a snap poll of The Morning Advertiser readers has found.

Third of operators cutting trading hours

03-Sep-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Some 33% of operators have reduced trading hours as a result of cost hikes and a drop in footfall, new research has found.

OPINION

OPINION: Reported smoking ban 'deeply flawed' & will cost sector

02-Sep-2024 By Chris Jowsey, CEO, Admiral Taverns

On Thursday, a leaked story appeared in the media, announcing that smoking would be banned in pub gardens and outdoor spaces.

'Why penalise us again?'

30-Aug-2024 By Ed Bedington

The MA's Ed Bedington met up with Only a Pavement Away founder Greg Mangham to get his take on the week's events.

VOTE: Would you support an outdoor smoking ban?

30-Aug-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Following reports the Government is considering banning smoking in beer gardens, we want to know if you would support the move.

Opinion

Proposed ban a serious worry for sector

29-Aug-2024 By Ed Bedington

There’s a degree of inevitability about the leaked reports that the Government is considering a ban on smoking outside, a move that will impact heavily on pub gardens.

Reported outdoor smoking ban ‘could cause serious economic harm’

29-Aug-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Reports the Government is planning to ban smoking in pub gardens has sparked concerns from the industry.

Gov says it will tackle cost pressures ahead of 'painful' Budget

28-Aug-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Business secretary Jonathan Reynolds has assured the sector Labour understands the pressures its faces after the Prime Minister warned the Autumn Budget would be “painful”.

SLTA survey reveals 78% of outlets urge UK Gov to cut VAT

28-Aug-2024 By Felicity Giles

The Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA) has released a survey outlining the challenges faced by Scotland’s pubs, bars and hospitality venues throughout 2024.

Trade body highlights downsides of city tourism levy

23-Aug-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

The Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA) has raised concerns about the 5% visitor levy, proposed by the City of Edinburgh Council.

City visitor levy 'must be kept to reasonable level'

23-Aug-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

One trade body has warned the proposed visitor levy for Edinburgh must be kept to a "reasonable minimum".

Rail pay deal could end strikes that cost sector £3.5bn

15-Aug-2024 By Gary Lloyd

Trade bodies have said the proposed new pay deal between the Government and rail union Aslef could signal the end of strikes that have cost the hospitality sector £3.5bn.

Trade bodies demand rates reform as costs increase continue

14-Aug-2024 By Gary Lloyd

Trade bodies have collectively made their demands for the sector clear as new research reveals almost every hospitality business has seen “steep increases” in wages and food costs.

UKH Cmyru welcomes new First Minister

06-Aug-2024 By Rebecca Weller

UKHospitality Cymru (UKH) has urged the newly appointed Welsh minster the sector can be a “central pillar” to achieving “much-needed stability” and economic growth.

Review of the Week

'People are there to help'

02-Aug-2024 By Ed Bedington

The MA's Ed Bedington caught up with Licensed Trade Charity boss Chris Welham for his take on the week's news and how there's support out there for operators to access.

Slashing of interest rates ‘to provide some relief’

01-Aug-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

The Bank of England’s announcement to cut interest rates from 5.25% to 5% has been described as a “significant step in the right direction”.

LPC changes branded 'disruptive & unhelpful'

31-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

UKHospitality (UKH) has warned the Government making changes to the Low Pay Commission (LPC) now would be “disruptive and unhelpful”.

BBPA: 'we need to see a reduction in the cost of doing business'

29-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has called for Labour to confirm vital measures for the hospitality sector in the upcoming Budget.

OPINION

OPINION: 'Continuing to pile costs on businesses is not a sustainable solution'

23-Jul-2024 By Kate Nicholls, chief executive, UKHospitality

After a long, six-week election campaign, it’s difficult to say that anything appearing in the King’s Speech came as a surprise.

BII calls for further support on its #MyPub campaign

22-Jul-2024 By Ed Bedington

With a new Government in place, the BII is now calling on its members and pubs across the UK to join forces as part of its continuing #MyPub campaign.

Opinion

Employment reform without mitigation a bitter pill for sector to swallow

19-Jul-2024 By Ed Bedington

News that the new Labour Government is set to make some sweeping changes to employment practices are already ringing alarm bells for many in the hospitality sector.

NLW changes ring alarm bells for beleagured hospitality

19-Jul-2024 By Ed Bedington

Concerns are rising over the Government's plans for employment reform, which includes removing age banding on the national living wage (NLW) to ensure the same payment regardless of age.

More than two-fifths of firms not confident in Labour Gov

19-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Operators from across the sector have shared an overwhelming lack of confidence in being considered a priority for Keir Starmer’s Labour Government despite “hopes for the best”.

Cost pressures persist despite stabilising inflation

18-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Stabilising inflation figures "paint a promising picture" for economic recovery but trade bodies warn underlying cost pressures are still persisting for hospitality firms.

Sector 'optimistic' after King's Speech but warns there's still 'work to be done'

18-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Voices from across the sector have welcomed the proposals detailed in the King’s Speech yesterday (Wednesday 17 July) but warned there is still a “significant amount of work” to be done.

PCA: 21% unhappy with their pubco, Marston’s gains top satisfaction score

17-Jul-2024 By Gary Lloyd

More than one fifth of tenants (21%) of the ‘big six’ pub company are dissatisfied with the relationship with their pubco, according to the pubs code adjudicator (PCA).

King’s Speech – what can hospitality expect?

17-Jul-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Trade body UKHospitality (UKH) has highlighted what the hospitality should anticipate from the King's Speech later today.

Inflation held at BoE target for second consecutive month

17-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

The headline rate of inflation has been maintained at the Bank of England’s (BoE) 2% target for a second consecutive month.

POLL: How confident are you the new Gov will prioritise the sector?

10-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

How confident are you the newly elected Labour Government will prioritise the hospitality sector? Have your say now in our snap poll.

UKH 'encouraged' by Reeves first speech as Chancellor

08-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

UKHospitality (UKH) has said the Chancellor’s pledge to reform planning systems is “encouraging”.

GENERAL ELECTION 2024

Lookback at Labour's pledges during election campaign

05-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

After the nation elected Keir Starmer as Prime Minister, The Morning Advertiser (MA) has looked back on the pledges made by the Labour Party during the election campaign.

NTIA: new Gov must stop rise in administrations

04-Jul-2024 By Gary Lloyd

The Night-Time Industries Association (NTIA) has demanded the incoming Government take action after research showed there has been a 16% surge in business administrations so far this year.

GENERAL ELECTION 2024: LIVE BLOG

'Biz rates and apprenticeship levy reform must be prioritised'

04-Jul-2024 By The Morning Advertiser

Welcome to the Morning Advertiser's (MA) live coverage of the general election, detailing the latest updates for the sector as they happen.

Labour best choice for nightlife as financial issues impact sector

28-Jun-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Labour best choice for nightlife sector as financial constraints impact attendance at social and cultural events, a new consumer insight survey from the Night-Time Industries Association (NTIA) has revealed.

Opinion

Too little, too late Rishi

24-Jun-2024 By Ed Bedington

It’s amazing what an election can bring to the table!

‘What will you do for nightlife?’ NTIA challenges political parties

24-Jun-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

The Night-Time Industries Association (NTIA) has challenged political parties, asking them what they will do for the sector ahead of the general election.

GENERAL ELECTION 2024

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