Legislation

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

Pub operators' thoughts ahead of general election

21-Jun-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Ahead of the general election tomorrow (Thursday 4 July) the Morning Advertiser (MA) has looked at operator opinions on the fate of the nation's pubs.

UKH: rates should be cut as inflation falls

21-Jun-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Trade body UKHospitality (UKH) has shared its “disappointment” at interest rates being held for a seventh consecutive time despite easing inflation.

NTIA wants dedicated minister for night-time economy

20-Jun-2024 By Gary Lloyd

The UK must follow the lead of world-leading cities in appointing a night-time economy minister to safeguard the future of nightlife, according to the Night-Time Industries Association (NTIA).

Firms still facing 'harsh reality' as inflation target met

19-Jun-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Voices from across the sector have warned daily struggles for firms continue despite news the Bank of England’s inflation target has been achieved.

OPINION

Digital solutions to new tenant information

18-Jun-2024 By Fiona Dickie, pubs code adjudicator

The pubs code adjudicator (PCA) is encouraged by pub company plans to use digital approaches to increase tenant understanding of their pub code rights and provide them with the information they are entitled to under the pubs code.

Pub closures up 51% in first 3 months of 2024

17-Jun-2024 By Gary Lloyd

The number of pubs closing has shot up during the first three months of 2024 to 80 per month – up by a staggering 51% from the first quarter of 2023.

What will each political party do for pubs?

14-Jun-2024 By Gary Lloyd

With the general election less than three weeks away, political parties have got put forward policies to help the on-trade if they want votes from the sector.

UKH: Labour has 'listened to' sector with manifesto pledges

13-Jun-2024 By Rebecca Weller

The Labour party has “listened to and acted on” recommendations from the hospitality sector with the pledges made in its election manifesto, trade body UKHospitality (UKH) has said.

Sector can create 500k new jobs with right investment

13-Jun-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

All political parties have been called upon to back the hospitality sector, which can grow at a significantly faster rate than the wider economy, according to one trade body.

CAMRA welcomes proposals in Green Party manifesto

12-Jun-2024 By Rebecca Weller

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has “welcomed” the proposals outlined in the Green Party’s general election manifesto.

Flatlining economy underlines importance of sector for growth

12-Jun-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Flat growth in April due to wet weather impacting consumer demand highlighted the importance of hospitality for economic growth, one trade body has stated.

NTIA urges parties to prioritise night-time economy

12-Jun-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Political parties need to recognise the importance of the night-time economy through the implementation of a national strategy and appointment of dedicated leadership within central Government, one trade body has urged.

Lower tax on pints chance to help save pubs – CAMRA on Tory manifesto

11-Jun-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Pledges in the Conservative Party’s manifesto have been described as “encouraging” by the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA).

POLL

VOTE NOW: Which party are you voting for in the general election?

11-Jun-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Which party are you planning to vote for in the general election? Have your say in the Morning Advertiser's snap poll.

Sacha Lord calls for Gov to introduce 'dedicated minister' for sector

10-Jun-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Night Time Economy (NTE) Adviser for Greater Manchester, Sacha Lord, has called for the ingoing Government to introduce a “dedicated minister” for the hospitality sector.

UKH launches election toolkit

06-Jun-2024 By Rebecca Weller

UKHospitality (UKH) has launched an election toolkit for businesses to share key asks from Parliament ahead of the general election on Thursday 4 July.

Just 28% of hospitality companies ‘currently compliant’ with tips bill

05-Jun-2024 By James McAllister

Less than a third of hospitality businesses are ‘currently compliant’ with the new tipping law set to be introduced later this year, new research warns.

SLTA demands Scottish government admits ‘visitor levy’ is a business tax

30-May-2024 By Gary Lloyd

The Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA) has demanded the Scottish government must stop calling its upcoming tourist tax a ‘visitor levy’ and admit it is a tax on businesses.

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