Service Charges

Tipping code agreed between ALMR and union Unite

11-Sep-2017 By Michelle Perrett

The Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) and trade union Unite have agreed a new tipping code to promote good practice across the pub industry.

Tipping: industry welcomes Government crackdown on 'unfair' practices

03-May-2016 By Daniel Woolfson

The hospitality industry has largely welcomed Government plans to crack down on unfair tipping practices.

BHA calls for new tipping and service charge legislation

26-Oct-2015 By Daniel Woolfson

Businesses across the eating out sector should be required by law to provide customers with accurate information on how tips and service charges are distributed, the British Hospitality Association (BHA) has said.

Tips and Troncs: The law on tipping and troncs is changing. Make sure you don't get caught out

05-Jun-2009

TroncsHarry's Bar is one of many clubs that operate the 'tronc' system. A 'tronc' is an arrangement to collect and distribute service charges, tips...

Tips are a taxing topic

01-Dec-2008

The Government has released its long-awaited consultation document regarding proposed changes to the way in which the hospitality industry treats...

BIDs scheme raises concerns over service charges

07-Oct-2004

Business improvement districts (BIDs) could pose just another financial burden on businesses, Alex Salussolia, chairman of the Association of...