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UK pubs face £1,500 licensing fee crisis

British publicans confront fresh financial pressures as government plans could impose substantial new licensing costs, adding to existing challenges in the hospitality sector.

Labour's Plan to Transform UK Pub Opening Hours

Sir Keir Starmer announces radical overhaul of pub licensing laws, giving landlords power to set flexible opening times and revitalise Britain's struggling hospitality sector.

Las Vegans sell plasma as job market crashes

Exclusive investigation reveals how ordinary Las Vegans are selling their blood plasma to survive amid a devastating employment crisis that's hitting hospitality workers hardest.

Wetherspoons raises prices amid energy and tax pressures

JD Wetherspoon announces price increases across its pubs as soaring energy costs and new packaging taxes squeeze profit margins, with chairman Tim Martin warning of challenging times ahead for the hospitality sector.

Private sector jobs surge past pre-pandemic peak

Exclusive analysis of ONS figures shows a dramatic jobs market reversal, with private sector employment hitting a record high as the public sector workforce contracts for the ninth consecutive quarter.

Trump Proposes Exempting Tips from Federal Income Tax

Ex-President Donald Trump proposes exempting tipped wages from federal income tax, a move that could put thousands of dollars back into the pockets of waiters and bartenders but faces significant legislative hurdles.

Las Vegas Tourism Crisis: Visitor Numbers Plummet

Exclusive data reveals a severe downturn in Las Vegas tourism, with airport passenger numbers falling sharply. The city's famed hospitality sector faces an uncertain future as key metrics decline.

Tom Kerridge shocks food world with sudden restaurant closure

In a stunning blow to the UK's culinary scene, Tom Kerridge has abruptly closed the doors of his acclaimed Michelin-starred restaurant, The Coach in Marlow, leaving staff and patrons reeling. The sudden shutdown, blamed on an unsustainable business model,

Reeves's Budget Tax Raid to Decimate Hospitality Jobs

Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's planned VAT overhaul for private schools could trigger a devastating chain reaction, costing the hospitality sector more than 50% of its job losses and hitting family budgets hard.

Las Vegas Casino Shutdown: Historic Poker Palace Closes

The iconic Sahara Poker Room, a legendary Las Vegas institution, has permanently closed its doors. The shutdown signals a worrying downturn in Sin City's tourism and gaming revenue, with visitor numbers plummeting. Discover the full impact on one of Vegas

Costa Coffee Axes 1,650 Jobs in UK Restructuring

Costa Coffee, the UK's largest coffee shop chain, is slashing 1,650 jobs in a devastating blow to the high street. The drastic cuts come as parent company Coca-Cola implements a major restructuring plan to address changing consumer habits post-lockdown.

UK Barista Wages Surge Past White-Collar Jobs

A surprising economic shift is underway as UK service sector wages for baristas, bartenders, and hotel staff surge past traditional white-collar roles, driven by post-pandemic demand and a tight labour market.

Chili's server gets record £2,000 tip in UK

A Chili's server in the UK receives an astonishing £2,000 gratuity after serving a single table, marking one of the largest tips in the chain's history and sparking celebrations.

Fourth Italian Restaurant Chain Collapses in 2025 Crisis

Another major Italian restaurant chain has fallen into administration, marking the fourth such collapse in 2025. The crisis threatens jobs and highlights severe pressures facing UK's hospitality sector from rising costs and changing consumer habits.

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