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UKHospitality urges gov't action on business rates report
UKHospitality urges gov't action on business rates report
Kate Nicholls argues the current system contributed to the decline of high streets.
Restaurant brands, retailers doing more delivery after ‘eerily quiet' quarter: analyst
This is despite the “high price” paying by customers.
IGD launches new portion size guide
New research suggests that consumers are open to portion size reduction.
Swallowing the cost of Brexit: top tips to stop food prices eating the profits
Revenue Management Solutions managing director Philipp Laqué offers his advice on making menus profitable without losing business.
Five tricks to improve your marketing strategy for Halloween
VB Hospitality marketing manager Amy Spooner offers advice for drawing in the horror-loving crowd.
Costly Christmas in store for hospitality, buying specialist warns
Lynx Purchasing advised operators to be more flexible with their menus.
IGD: Plant-based options ‘definitely gaining' higher profile on menu boards in London
The company also highlighted two other trends and development to learn from in the capital.
UKHospitality calls for certainty in post-Brexit world
The trade body also warned against mandatory calorie labelling.
Trade body welcomes gov't call for evidence on food industry
UKHospitality hopes for an “integrated and joined-up” strategy that supports businesses.
More Brits using food hygiene ratings scheme, FSA claims
Businesses are given stickers showing their rating for display at their premises.
PM urged to perform “wholesale review” of hospitality system
UKHospitality called on the new government to pursue “an agenda of positive reform to boost UK business”.
UKHospitality warns against ‘inherent risks' in proposed immigration policy
It stressed that existing proposals need to be adapted to back business and those who want to work in the UK.
Restaurant market presents opportunities for new independent operators, says Christie & Co
Street food markets, pop ups and box parks are said to have adopted a strong position.
Why AI is taking over the restaurant industry
Mintel predicts future advancements may include facial recognition or even license plate recognition technology at drive-thrus.
Customers moving away from chains to support local businesses: Premierline
The company cited three other reasons why customers are inclined to buy local.
Operators should do a thorough pre-Brexit buying check, says Lynx Purchasing
The company says it could make all the difference to “being ready for whatever challenges are to come”.
Foodservice sector will continue to “point downwards” for the next two quarters: analyst
However, Peter Backman says food to go, food in pubs and restaurant delivery will continue to do “significantly better”.
