The importance of the local: ‘so much more than something to drink’
New research from Zonal, CGA by NIQ and UKHospitality has underlined the vital social and emotional role that pubs, bars and restaurants play across the UK.
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Rising dwell times shows sector’s resilience amid closures
Hospitality saw a slight decline in venue numbers last month, but those still trading benefited from longer visits and increased consumer spend, pointing to a shift toward more considered, experience-led outings.
Red Engine secures £10m to ‘open more venues’
Red Engine, the group behind Flight Club and Electric Shuffle, has secured an increased lending facility of £10m, bringing the total to £70m.
Employment levels in the sector rise as cost pressures mount
Staffing levels in the hospitality sector have risen for the first time in almost six months, but operators are likely to “apply to brakes” on recruitment ahead of the autumn Budget, experts have warned.