Hospitality fury over 148% business rates hike
Hospitality industry erupts over Budget's business rates surge. Ministers hint at changes as celeb chef Tom Kerridge faces £124k bill. Will it save Britain's pubs?
Hospitality industry erupts over Budget's business rates surge. Ministers hint at changes as celeb chef Tom Kerridge faces £124k bill. Will it save Britain's pubs?
UK pubs are set for a major boost as the government prepares to scale back planned business rate increases. Get the latest political and business news updates here.
The UK government is set to offer a major reprieve to struggling pubs by scaling back planned business rates increases. Get the latest political news and updates.
Kemi Badenoch pledges to abolish business rates for thousands of British pubs, accusing Labour of treating them as 'cash cows'. Read the latest on the political battle over pub support.
Over 8,000 performers dazzled crowds in London's New Year's Day Parade, following a spectacular fireworks display watched by 100,000. Discover the highlights.
Follow live coverage as New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations sweep the globe from New Zealand to the UK, where fireworks displays will be met with chilly temperatures. See how the world rings in 2026.
Exclusive audit reveals 1,224 British pubs, bars and nightclubs failed food hygiene inspections, with major chains like BrewDog and Toby Carvery on the list. Check your local venue's rating now.
Pub giant JD Wetherspoon reveals expansion with 12 new venues opened and more on the way. Sales rise 5.1% as chain vows to keep prices low. Discover the latest openings.
British pubs describe a festive season crisis with no party bookings, soaring costs, and fears of permanent closure. Discover the stark reality facing local communities.
A new index reveals Staffordshire has the UK's cosiest pubs. Discover the top counties and the perfect 'cosy pub corridor' for a winter getaway. Read more.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash as new business rates and NI hikes cripple pubs like Pudsey's Marsh Inn. Experts warn of 2,000 closures. Is Labour's economic stewardship failing? Read the full analysis.
Discover the 10 cosiest pubs in the UK for a festive pint this Christmas, from a historic London tavern to charming country inns. Find your perfect spot to escape the cold.
New academic studies reveal Ireland's pubs are vanishing at alarming rates, threatening community cohesion and cultural heritage. Discover the sobering findings.
Mitchells & Butlers raises menu prices by 3.2% as steak costs soar 30% and wage bills increase. Discover how this impacts your favourite pubs.
UK pub bosses warn the Budget's business rates overhaul threatens jobs and venues, with average bills set to soar by 65.9%. Discover the impact on your local.
A Canadian living in Kent shares her unexpected affection for Wetherspoons' sticky carpets while criticising the food. Discover her unique take on this British institution.
Britain's pubs face a 'make or break' Budget as industry warns of closures, price hikes, and job losses. Publicans dread further tax increases after a bruising few years.
From Mexican Monday to the beloved mixed grill, explore the discontinued Wetherspoon menu items that loyal customers still mourn and petition to bring back.
Wetherspoon announces a partnership with the University of Birmingham to open Joe's Bar, plus six new pub openings across the UK by mid-January. Discover the latest expansion.
Discover Grassington, the charming Yorkshire Dales town that doubles as Darrowby in 'All Creatures Great and Small'. Explore its cosy pubs, independent shops, and stunning riverside walks.
Stonegate Group, the UK's largest pub chain, is exploring the sale of over 1,000 venues. The move could see almost a quarter of its sites change hands. Discover the full story.
Holiday park giant Haven announces four new Wetherspoons pubs at UK parks as part of £9 million investment. Expected to serve millions of guests in 2026.
Stephen Collins' Guardian cartoon marks the arrival of Britain's first £10 pint. Discover what this milestone reveals about UK inflation and living costs.
A group of pub-going friends from Somerset has taken the internet by storm with their comical reenactments of Cabinet meetings, offering a uniquely British take on political turmoil that's resonating with thousands online.
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District, the charming village of Askham offers the perfect rural retreat with stunning scenery, traditional pubs, and breathtaking walks away from the crowds.
Explore the charming village of Corfe Castle, where time stands still with vintage shops, traditional pubs, and historic steam trains transporting visitors to a bygone era.
Discover why York has been crowned Britain's most haunted pub city, with terrifying tales of spectral residents and paranormal activity that will make your pint go cold.
Former Wetherspoons employees expose the covert communication system used to alert staff about surprise inspections, including the 'red dot' warning system.
Discover the champion pub that's beaten 4,000 competitors to claim the prestigious title of UK's best, offering the perfect blend of atmosphere, ale, and outstanding hospitality.
JD Wetherspoon has been ordered to pay over £25,000 in compensation after a pub manager subjected an employee with cerebral palsy to humiliating treatment, in a landmark disability discrimination case.