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Jan- 2025 -3 JanuaryFood and Drink
Hospitality sales rise 2.7% in run-up to Xmas
Hospitality groups recorded year-on-year sales growth of 2.7% in the run-up to Christmas during the week beginning 16 December, according…
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2 JanuaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 02/01/25
Pizza Hut’s UK operator is “in advanced talks” with potential bidders to wrap up a deal to secure its futures,…
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2 JanuaryPubs and Bars
More than 34 pubs a month stopped trading in 2024, data finds
The number of pubs that stopped trading permanently across England and Wales rose by 6.7% on 2023 levels, with more…
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Dec- 2024 -24 DecemberTrade Associations
BBPA calls on govt to continue reviewing ‘worrying’ EPR fees
The BBPA has urged the government to continue reviewing the new “worrying” UK extended producer responsibility (EPR) base fee for…
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23 DecemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 23/12/24
US-based PE firm Sixth Street has acquired a majority stake in the UK arm of Wingstop, Lemon Pepper Holdings. While…
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23 DecemberFood and Drink
Network Rail and SSP partner with Olio to tackle food waste
Network Rail and SSP Group have partnered with food sharing app Olio to tackle food waste through its Food Waste…
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20 DecemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 20/12/24
Drake and Morgan reported that turnover rose 5% to £45.5m for the year to 31 March. Alongside this, the company’s…
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20 DecemberTrade Associations
UKH disappointed in BoE decision to hold interest rates
UKHospitality has expressed disappointment in the Bank of England’s decision to hold interest rates at 4.75%, which came after a…
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20 DecemberCafes and Coffee Shops
New Cornish Bakery site sees ‘record’ trading in opening week
Cornish Bakery’s 65th opening in Milton Keynes has “surpassed all expectations”, taking a record-breaking £40k within its first week of…
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19 DecemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 19/12/24
Stonegate Group has invested more than £100m in its estate throughout 2024. More than £17m went to its pub partners…
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