UK's Biggest Pub Chain Puts 1,000 Pubs Up For Sale
Stonegate Group, the UK's largest pub operator, has placed a quarter of its 4,500-strong estate on the market in a massive restructuring effort, citing financial pressures and soaring costs.
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Reality Star Slams 'Disgusting' Sydney Hotel Nightmare
A reality television personality has launched a scathing attack on a luxury Sydney hotel, exposing filthy conditions and a shocking security breach in a viral social media post that has left the hospitality industry reeling.
Grace Dent Quits MasterChef Citing Hospitality Industry Strain
Award-winning food critic Grace Dent announces her departure from BBC's MasterChef, citing the immense strain on the UK's hospitality sector. Colleagues Anna Haugh and Gregg Wallace pay tribute to her impactful tenure.
UK Pubs Reinvent Themselves with Themed Nights for Survival
Facing soaring costs and changing habits, Britain's pubs are fighting back with a revolution in entertainment, from comedy and crafts to board games and live music, transforming the local into a vibrant community hub.
McDonald's UK Backlash Over New Tipping Policy for Workers
McDonald's UK introduces a controversial electronic tipping system, sparking a fierce debate over fair wages and the cost of living crisis. Critics call it a 'sticking plaster' solution.
Worker sacked after boss's viral Facebook rant shocks UK
An Australian hospitality worker in the UK was abruptly sacked after her boss publicly shamed staff in a bizarre Facebook tirade, sparking outrage and a debate on modern employment practices.
Sheffield restaurant scammed in £1,000 'dine and dash'
Outraged Indian restaurant owners in Sheffield are demanding action after a group of 30 diners staged a massive 'dine and dash', leaving them with a £1,000 bill. Discover how the industry is fighting back against this growing trend.
Vegan Restaurant Crisis: Closures and Meat Menu Shifts
Exclusive investigation reveals the harsh reality facing UK's vegan restaurant scene as rising costs and shifting consumer demands force closures and controversial menu changes.
Cake Shop Loses £1k After Single Fake Review
A family-run cake business in Birmingham faces financial ruin after a single one-star review falsely accusing them of racism causes bookings to collapse overnight.
Las Vegas Tourism Crisis: Visitor Numbers Plummet
Exclusive data reveals a severe downturn in Las Vegas tourism, with airport passenger numbers falling sharply. The city's famed hospitality sector faces an uncertain future as key metrics decline.
Tom Kerridge shocks food world with sudden restaurant closure
In a stunning blow to the UK's culinary scene, Tom Kerridge has abruptly closed the doors of his acclaimed Michelin-starred restaurant, The Coach in Marlow, leaving staff and patrons reeling. The sudden shutdown, blamed on an unsustainable business model,
Dine-and-dasher throws steak at London restaurant owner
CCTV footage captures the brazen moment a furious dine-and-dasher chucks a piece of steak at a restaurant owner in London after being caught fleeing without paying the £130 bill.
Iconic Sydney restaurant Buon Ricordo to close after 45 years
After nearly half a century, a beloved Sydney dining institution will serve its final meal in September 2025, marking a poignant moment for the city's culinary scene and loyal patrons.
Las Vegas Casino Shutdown: Historic Poker Palace Closes
The iconic Sahara Poker Room, a legendary Las Vegas institution, has permanently closed its doors. The shutdown signals a worrying downturn in Sin City's tourism and gaming revenue, with visitor numbers plummeting. Discover the full impact on one of Vegas
Female insiders: More Noel Clarkes will emerge without change
Exclusive: Female whistleblowers from the UK entertainment industry issue a stark warning that systemic abuse and harassment will continue unless deep-rooted cultural and structural changes are implemented, preventing another Noel Clarke scandal.
Chili's server gets record £2,000 tip in UK
A Chili's server in the UK receives an astonishing £2,000 gratuity after serving a single table, marking one of the largest tips in the chain's history and sparking celebrations.
Travelodge Plans 300 New UK Hotels Creating 10,000 Jobs
Budget hotel giant Travelodge unveils ambitious plans to open 300 new hotels across the UK, creating 10,000 jobs and targeting key locations from city centres to coastal towns.
BrewDog Axes Beers & Closes Pubs in Survival Fight
Exclusive: BrewDog, the self-styled 'punk' brewery, is in a fierce battle for survival. With sales crashing, the Scottish firm has been forced to axe 18 beers and close six pubs. Insiders reveal a brand struggling to stay relevant. Is this the end of an e
Manly Cafe's 'Stoolgate' Sparks Social Media Fury
A Manly cafe is at the centre of a social media firestorm after a woman was allegedly told to give up her stool to make way for a 'better customer', igniting a fierce debate on hospitality and public shaming.
London restaurant's 'entitlement' surcharge sparks fury
A London restaurant, Little Kitchen in Chelsea, has ignited a firestorm by adding a 10% 'entitlement' surcharge to diners' bills, claiming it compensates for 'high maintenance' customers. Patrons and industry critics have blasted the move as 'offensive' a
BrewDog and Wetherspoon bosses clash over pub industry crisis
BrewDog's James Watt and Wetherspoon's Tim Martin engage in a fiery public spat over business rates, Brexit, and the future of UK pubs.
British pubs closing due to soaring costs
Rising taxes, energy bills, and operational costs are pushing British pubs to the brink, with hundreds shutting their doors permanently. Discover the challenges facing the industry and what it means for communities.
Wetherspoons founder steps down after 42 years
Tim Martin, the outspoken founder of JD Wetherspoon, is stepping down as CEO after more than four decades at the helm of the budget pub chain. The move marks the end of an era for one of Britain's most iconic hospitality brands.
2000 UK pubs closing due to energy crisis
Rising energy costs are forcing nearly 2000 pubs across the UK to shut their doors, with industry leaders warning of a 'devastating blow' to British culture.
Entitled customer costs restaurant £1k weekly
A furious restaurant owner has revealed how one entitled customer's costly habit is draining £1,000 a week from their business. The shocking story has sparked outrage online.
Denver restaurant closes amid rising costs and political tensions
A beloved restaurant in Denver shuts its doors, blaming soaring operational costs and political challenges in the Democrat-led city.
Spirit Airlines bankruptcy warning shocks aviation industry
Budget carrier Spirit Airlines warns of possible bankruptcy as it battles mounting financial pressures, raising concerns for passengers and the aviation industry.
Pub Closes as Landlord Can't Afford Soaring Costs
A devastated landlord has closed his beloved pub after struggling with rising bills and energy costs, calling it a 'heartbreaking' decision.
Katy Perry 'humiliated' by music industry letdown
Pop superstar Katy Perry opens up about feeling 'humiliated' and let down by the music industry in a candid revelation about her career struggles.
Waiter sues The Ivy over service charge distribution
A waiter at The Ivy has launched legal action against the upscale restaurant chain, alleging unfair distribution of service charges. The case could set a precedent for hospitality workers' rights across the UK.
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