Temporary 5% VAT cut on children’s meals: what qualifies and what it means for pubs
In light of the Government’s recent announcement about a temporary 5% VAT cut on children’s meals, The Morning Advertiser takes a look at what this means.
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Operators slam ‘token gesture’ children’s meal VAT cut
Pub operators have questioned the impact of the Government’s temporary VAT cut on children’s meals.
Gov confirms VAT cut on children’s meals includes pubs
The Government has confirmed it is introducing a temporary VAT reduction to 5% on children’s menu meals at venues including pubs over the summer.
NEW PRODUCTS ROUND-UP
NEW PRODUCTS: Vocation unveils new seasonal line-up
This month’s new products round-up features innovations from Vocation, Jägermeister, Thatcher’s, Aviation Gin and Greene King alongside a variety of snacks.
Market update: Ongoing energy pressures facing pub operators today
With prices unlikely to fall soon, energy remains a key pressure for operators. Get the latest outlook and practical next steps.
JDW to open one of largest central London pubs at Trocadero
JD Wetherspoon (JDW) is set to open its first venue in London’s Theatreland, after landing a major new site at the London Trocadero in Piccadilly Circus.
Cheshire Cat: ‘Continuity is key to consistency and success’
Cheshire Cat Pubs & Bars has maintained staffing levels despite rising employment costs, as the operator continues to prioritise retention, internal development and customer service.
M&B posts ‘robust’ first half of financial year, lfl sales up 3.3%
Mitchells & Butlers (M&B) has delivered a “robust” performance during the first half of its latest financial year with life-for-like sales up 3.3% on the same period as last year.
EXCLUSIVE: Average pint price up 3.3%
The average cost of a pint of draught beer has increased by 17p to £5.34 in the past 12 months, according to an exclusive survey from The Morning Advertiser.
Roxy Ball Room to open third London site in Old Street
Professionals at Play has acquired a third London site for its Roxy Ball Room brand, with the operator set to open a new venue in Old Street this July as it continues to expand in the capital.
Young’s boss ‘delighted’ with ‘exceptional set of results’
London-based pub company Young’s has reported record performance in its latest trading update.