Coronavirus

Fifth of SMEs in the hospitality space denied a rent holiday, survey finds

The financial hardship created by the lockdown is “being compounded” by a lack of help from landlords, with almost a…

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Greggs to reopen 20 stores for delivery amid lockdown

Bakery chain Greggs has revealed plans to open 20 of its stores for delivery in the Newcastle area as part…

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Shepherd Neame reopens online shop

Shepherd Neame has announced the reopening of its online shop, and pledged to make a donation to the NHS for…

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Chancellor announces 100% guarantee on small business loans

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced the launch of a new ‘bounce back’ emergency loan scheme for small businesses, which will…

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‘Extra work needed’ after survey finds gaps in business support, says UKH

Trade body UKHospitality has said “extra work” is needed to help support hospitality businesses after a survey has identified gaps…

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Prezzo enables early access to furlough pay

Prezzo is now offering income streaming to its 3,000 employees to enable early access to furlough pay amid the ongoing…

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Over 80% of accommodation and food service businesses have closed temporarily

A new survey by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed that 81.2% of accommodation and food service businesses…

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Chancellor considering 100% guarantee on small business loans

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is reportedly considering offering a 100% guarantee on loans to small businesses of up to £25,000.  According…

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Wahaca drafts in advisors

Wahaca has reportedly drafted in advisors in order to help it consider its financial options as the nationwide lockdown continues. …

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1 million hospitality jobs at risk without reopening plan, says UKH

An extended period of social distancing could cost one million jobs unless measures to protect hospitality businesses are put in…

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