UTILITY UPDATE WITH NATIONWIDE ENERGY
Gas prices rise for pubs after US hits Iran and hot weather sets in
Nationwide Energy Consultants explores ongoing changes to energy costs for the hospitality sector as the Middle East war continues.
Archives for May 29, 2026
Young workers prioritise flexibility over pay as entry‑level hiring falls
Changing expectations among young workers have added fresh pressure to recruitment within the sector, as employers warn rising costs are cutting entry-level hiring.
‘Exercise in national harm’: Beer, cider and wine producers talk about the sector
Beer, cider and wine producers came together last week and The Morning Advertiser asked them about how on-trade drinks are faring, routes to market and what the Government can do to help.
OPINION
OPINION: Time for a wine?
Hello to all in hospitality. As I embark on this latest opinion piece, I am getting a little grumpy.
Hospitality staff churn hits 75% as training costs soar by 70%
Only one in every four staff members make it past 90 days of employment with hospitality companies, according to new research.
THE LOW & NO PROJECT
5 ways to boost low & no sales in summer of sport
With the 2026 World Cup set to be the largest tournament in history, pubs have an unprecedented opportunity to unlock footfall, dwell time and sales.
Over 28m pints sold across spring bank holiday
More than 28m pints were poured across the spring bank holiday weekend, new data has revealed.
No small dill: Pickles taking the on-trade by storm
Pickles are having a moment in the on-trade. As pubs increasingly turn to bold flavours, the fermented favourite is emerging as an unexpectedly powerful menu driver.
Pubs over the years: What were the new stories shaping the sector in May 5, 10 and 15 years ago?
We take a look back at the biggest stories that were affecting the sector in May 2011, 2016 and 2021.
‘What are we losing that we may never see again?’
The MA’s Ed Bedington caught up with hospitality expert and non-exec director Karen Bosher to get her take on the week’s events.
Pubs face ‘nice pub tax’ under biz rates guidance
Pubs in attractive locations or with strong community roles could face higher business rates bills under new valuation guidance, according to reports in The Telegraph.