Six Hospitality Venues a Day Could Close Without Rates Help
UK Hospitality warns over 2,000 pubs, restaurants and hotels could shut in 2026 due to 'staggering' business rate hikes. The trade body urges government to extend relief across the sector.
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Hospitality fury over 148% business rates hike
Hospitality industry erupts over Budget's business rates surge. Ministers hint at changes as celeb chef Tom Kerridge faces £124k bill. Will it save Britain's pubs?
Pubs Face 148% Business Rate Hike, Ministers Hint at U-Turn
UK pubs face devastating business rate rises of up to 148%, with Tom Kerridge's bills soaring. Ministers hint at changes after industry fury. Read the full analysis.
Ministers urged to expand business rate support
The Treasury is preparing a U-turn on pub business rates, sparking calls for wider high street relief. Trade bodies warn piecemeal solutions won't save struggling businesses.
Government poised to water down pub business rates hikes
UK pubs are set for a major boost as the government prepares to scale back planned business rate increases. Get the latest political and business news updates here.
Government poised to water down business rates for pubs
The UK government is set to offer a major reprieve to struggling pubs by scaling back planned business rates increases. Get the latest political news and updates.
Tory Vow to Scrap Pub Business Rates Amid Labour Row
Kemi Badenoch pledges to abolish business rates for thousands of British pubs, accusing Labour of treating them as 'cash cows'. Read the latest on the political battle over pub support.
Six Affordable UK Country House Hotels with Spas
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
Revel Collective sets January 9 deadline for bids
The Revel Collective, owner of Revolution and Revolucion de Cuba bars, has set a deadline for takeover bids next week amid falling sales and rising debt. Read the latest on this major hospitality sale.
Dry January and rising costs push UK pubs to the brink
New data reveals almost 2,000 UK pubs have closed permanently in five years. Industry leaders warn Dry January and soaring business rates could be a fatal blow. Find out how to support your local.
UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
One UK Pub Closed Every Day in 2025, Data Reveals
New data shows 366 British pubs were demolished or converted in 2025, a rate of one per day. Industry leaders warn of a 'drastic' situation as business rates are set to rise. Read the full analysis.
Brits Drink Less Than Ever, Pubs Close Daily
UK adults are drinking less alcohol than at any time since 1990, averaging 10.2 drinks weekly. This trend, driven by health and cost, sees pubs closing daily. Discover the full impact.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
Pubs fear they won't survive 2026 due to cost crisis
UK pubs face a bleak festive season with bookings down 20%. Over 400 closed in 2024, with one shutting daily in 2025. Industry calls for urgent government action on business rates.
UK Pubs Face 'Perfect Storm' This Christmas Season
British pubs describe a festive season crisis with no party bookings, soaring costs, and fears of permanent closure. Discover the stark reality facing local communities.
Rachel Reeves banned from Leeds pub over tax rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been barred from her local Leeds pub by the landlord, who blames her tax policies for pushing hospitality 'to its knees'. Discover the growing backlash from publicans.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Jamie Oliver Relaunches Italian Restaurant Chain in UK
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is set to relaunch his Jamie's Italian restaurant chain in the UK this spring, starting in London's Leicester Square. Read about the comeback plan and the challenges facing the hospitality sector.
Wetherspoon Slashes Prices in 800 Pubs
JD Wetherspoon announces a massive price cut on food and drink across its 800 pubs for 9 days, passing on VAT savings directly to customers. Find out which items are cheapest.
Customer leaves £2,500 tip on £1.99 cafe meal
A stunned small business owner in the UK received an extraordinary act of generosity when a diner left a four-figure tip on a minuscule bill, in a heartwarming display of support for local SMEs.
Trump Proposes Exempting Tips from Federal Income Tax
Ex-President Donald Trump proposes exempting tipped wages from federal income tax, a move that could put thousands of dollars back into the pockets of waiters and bartenders but faces significant legislative hurdles.
UK's Top Hospitality & Tourism Universities 2025 Revealed
The Complete University Guide 2025 has ranked the best UK universities for Hospitality, Event Management, and Tourism degrees. Discover which institutions lead the sector and how your university performed.
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.
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.
Wetherspoon Boss Blasts 'Mad' VAT and Business Rates
JD Wetherspoon founder Tim Martin launches a fierce critique of the UK's tax system, arguing that pubs are unfairly burdened compared to supermarkets. He calls for tax equality to save the struggling industry.
Clarkson Slams 'Lazy' Pub Customers for App Orders
Jeremy Clarkson has launched a furious tirade against modern pub etiquette, blaming 'lazy' app-ordering culture for the decline of the British boozer. The outspoken presenter and pub owner vents his frustration in his latest Sunday Times column.
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.
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