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​UK to Ban Junk Food Ads Before 9 pm by 2025

​UK to Ban Junk Food Ads Before 9 pm by 2025

Posted by Emily on 13th Sep 2024

The UK government has confirmed plans to ban junk food advertisements from airing on television before the 9 pm watershed, with the changes set to take effect in October 2025. This move is part of … read more
​ASA Bans Just Eat Advertisement Over Violation

​ASA Bans Just Eat Advertisement Over Violation

Posted by Emma on 21st Aug 2024

A recent advertisement by the takeaway delivery service Just Eat, featuring McDonald's products, has been banned by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) for failing to protect underage audienc … read more
​Nando's Apprenticeship Programme Grows

​Nando's Apprenticeship Programme Grows

Posted by Emma on 20th Aug 2024

Nando's has officially launched the second year of its Hospitality Heroes Level 2 Apprenticeship Programme. This initiative follows the success of its inaugural year, during which over 100 apprenti … read more
​Hub Box's Struggle, Survival, Rescue

​Hub Box's Struggle, Survival, Rescue

Posted by Emily on 25th Jul 2024

South West-based burger chain Hub Box has been bought out of administration by South West Restaurants, preserving the future of its ten restaurants and securing the jobs of 300 staff members. The a … read more
​Hospitality Insolvencies Rise 20% in a Year

​Hospitality Insolvencies Rise 20% in a Year

Posted by Emily on 22nd Jul 2024

Insolvencies within the hospitality sector have risen significantly over the past year, according to the latest government statistics. The data, released on 19 July, shows a 20% increase in insolve … read more
England's Farming Incomes Drop by £1 Billion

England's Farming Incomes Drop by £1 Billion

Posted by Emily on 17th Jul 2024

According to the latest government statistics, farming incomes in England dropped by over £1 billion last year, a stark revelation of the economic challenges facing the agricultural sector. Th … read more
 Antic Hospitality Group Enters Administration

Antic Hospitality Group Enters Administration

Posted by Emma on 17th Jul 2024

A collection of 13 beloved pubs and bars in South and East London, part of the Antic hospitality group, have entered administration. This portfolio includes well-known establishments such as the Ba … read more
​Itsu Sets Ambitious Expansion Plans in Motion

​Itsu Sets Ambitious Expansion Plans in Motion

Posted by Emily on 2nd Jul 2024

Itsu, the Asian-inspired fast food chain founded by Julian Metcalfe, has unveiled its ambitious plans to double its UK portfolio. To achieve this, the company has partnered with Savills, a renowned … read more
​The Döner Dispute Between Turkey and Germany

​The Döner Dispute Between Turkey and Germany

Posted by Emily on 29th Jun 2024

Germany's beloved döner kebab, a staple millions enjoy, is at the centre of an international conflict. The döner kebab, consisting of thin slices of veal served in toasted bread with salad and savo … read more
​Dine-and-Dash Couple Jailed and Fined

​Dine-and-Dash Couple Jailed and Fined

Posted by Emma on 31st May 2024

A couple who used their children to evade paying over £1,000 in restaurant bills has been jailed. Bernard McDonagh, 41, and his wife Ann McDonagh, 39, were caught on CCTV dining and dashing at a Sw … read more
​Gordon Ramsay's Bold New Chapter

​Gordon Ramsay's Bold New Chapter

Posted by Emma on 11th May 2024

Gordon Ramsay is boldly moving with the launch of the UK's highest restaurant at 22 Bishopsgate, London. This ambitious endeavour comes when his restaurant empire is experiencing a challenging fina … read more
UK's New Rules for Single-Sex Toilets

UK's New Rules for Single-Sex Toilets

Posted by Emily on 7th May 2024

In a recent government initiative, new restaurants, bars, and other non-domestic buildings in England will soon be required to install single-sex toilets, addressing an apparent demand for such fac … read more