Reasons to be optimistic
The MA's Ed Bedington caught up with Robinsons Brewery's William Robinson to discuss the economic outlook and grounds for optimism amid the challenges we're facing.
Archives for November 11, 2022
Trade body claims UK is 'in recession'
The UK is “in recession” as the sector continues to battle “onerous” rising costs, the Night-Time Industries Association (NTIA) has stated.
Punch invests over £800k into estate
Punch Pubs has invested £815,000 into its pubs over the past few months.
Pubs boycott World Cup over LGBTQ+ rights in Qatar
The Liverpool Arms and the Commercial Hotel & Bar in Chester, Cheshire will boycott the upcoming World Cup due to worries over LGBTQ+ rights in Qatar where being gay is illegal.
Hospitality needs support to keep up growth
Pubs, bars and restaurants are recording positive sales in Britain’s major cities – but high inflation is making real-terms growth very difficult, according to the latest Top Cities report.
Guest satisfaction rises but pubs can do more
Customer satisfaction is on the rise at hospitality sites but businesses could still do more when it comes to responding to online reviews, according to a Reputation study.
Impact of latest rail strikes ‘enormous’
The effect of the latest train strikes on the hospitality sector is “enormous” as it impacts both consumers and workers, one trade body has said.