Ukhospitality News
UK hospitality sector calls for permanent VAT cut
Trade associations representing the hospitality and tourism sectors in the UK have joined forces to call on the chancellor to introduce a permanent lower rate of VAT for these fragile markets.
UKHospitality warns vaccine passports could damage industry
Vaccines minister, Nadhim Zahawi, has confirmed vaccine passports will be required to enter nightclubs and other indoor venues in England by the end of this month.
UKHospitality welcomes changes to NHS Covid-19 app
An update to the NHS Covid-19 app has been welcomed by UKHospitality. The body had argued staff shortages are negatively impacting the sector as it struggles back from the pandemic.
Abou-Haydar takes up new role with UKinbound
Morganne Abou-Haydar brings with her a passion for planning, creativity and communications, having spent over three years as events manager at Wedgewood DMC Group in both London and Paris.
Hospitality sector calls for further government support
New research published by hospitality and pub trade bodies in the UK shows the scale of the challenges facing these hard-hit businesses as they look to rebuild from the pandemic.
Bewilderment as government rolls out vaccine passports in England
Clubbers and people attending some other venues in England will have to be fully vaccinated by the end of September, the government has confirmed.
UKHospitality welcomes government plan to restart sector
A new strategy designed to ensure pubs, bars and restaurants in England can begin to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic has been released by the government.
UKHospitality Cymru calls for reopening in Wales
The body argued it is time to lift remaining restrictions on the hospitality industry and give visitors to Wales simple and clear messages about staying safe.
UKHospitality welcomes England reopening plans
UKHospitality has welcomed a decision by prime minister Boris Johnson to lift virtually all remaining Covid-19 restrictions in England from July 19th.
UKHospitality urges review of self-isolation rules
The body argues the current rules are proving “massively disruptive” for hospitality businesses across the UK and leading to venue closures and reduced operating hours.
Disappointment as lockdown restrictions are extended
Boris Johnson has announced that the full reopening of the hospitality sector will be delayed by four weeks, until July 19th. Restrictions will thus remain in place at pubs, restaurants and stadiums.
UKHospitality warns of job losses if Covid-19 restrictions are extended
The government must stick to its roadmap and lift all restrictions on June 21st or risk further jeopardising the future of thousands of hospitality businesses, UKHospitality has warned.