A summary of expectations for the 2023 Spring Budget from the hospitality sector.
One of the main requests from the hospitality industry is for continued financial support, particularly for businesses that have been hit hard by the pandemic. This includes an extension of the reduced rate of VAT for hospitality and tourism, which is currently set to end in September 2023. Another area of concern is business rates, […]
The recent Licensing Act Consultation and what this means for hospitality businesses.
The government’s consultation proposes changes to the Licensing Act of 2003, which governs the sale of alcohol and the provision of entertainment and late-night refreshment in England and Wales. One of the main proposals is to give local authorities more powers to regulate the night-time economy, particularly in areas where there are high levels of […]
UK pubs hope King Charles’ coronation will give industry a much-needed boost
Pubs across the UK are hoping that the coronation of King Charles III, scheduled for May 30, will provide a much-needed boost to the struggling hospitality industry. The coronation celebrations are expected to bring in thousands of visitors and tourists from around the world, providing a much-needed injection of cash and business for pubs and […]