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?
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Pubs Face 148% Business Rate Hike, Ministers Hint at U-Turn
UK pubs face devastating business rate rises of up to 148%, with Tom Kerridge's bills soaring. Ministers hint at changes after industry fury. Read the full analysis.
Ministers urged to expand business rate support
The Treasury is preparing a U-turn on pub business rates, sparking calls for wider high street relief. Trade bodies warn piecemeal solutions won't save struggling businesses.
Government poised to water down pub business rates hikes
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.
Government poised to water down business rates for pubs
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.
Tory Vow to Scrap Pub Business Rates Amid Labour Row
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.
Six Affordable UK Country House Hotels with Spas
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
France's Restaurant Crisis: 25 Closures Daily
Traditional French restaurants face a catastrophe, with 25 closing daily. Changing habits, fast food, and tax rules are killing the long lunch. Discover the crisis reshaping France.
French Restaurants in Crisis: 25 Close Daily
France's iconic restaurant scene faces a catastrophe, with 25 closures daily. Changing habits, fast food, and tax rules threaten the nation's beloved dining culture. Read the full analysis.
Revel Collective sets January 9 deadline for bids
The Revel Collective, owner of Revolution and Revolucion de Cuba bars, has set a deadline for takeover bids next week amid falling sales and rising debt. Read the latest on this major hospitality sale.
Dry January and rising costs push UK pubs to the brink
New data reveals almost 2,000 UK pubs have closed permanently in five years. Industry leaders warn Dry January and soaring business rates could be a fatal blow. Find out how to support your local.
UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
One UK Pub Closed Every Day in 2025, Data Reveals
New data shows 366 British pubs were demolished or converted in 2025, a rate of one per day. Industry leaders warn of a 'drastic' situation as business rates are set to rise. Read the full analysis.
Soaring Costs Force Closure of Beloved US Restaurants
Skyrocketing food, labour, and rent costs are forcing historic American restaurants to shut down permanently. Discover the human stories behind the closures and the industry's fragile future.
Fury at Starmer's pub remark as 2,000 pubs close
Keir Starmer's festive message urging a pub visit has ignited anger as the sector reels from 2,000 closures and tax hikes blamed for 69,000 job losses. Read the full story.
Brits Drink Less Than Ever, Pubs Close Daily
UK adults are drinking less alcohol than at any time since 1990, averaging 10.2 drinks weekly. This trend, driven by health and cost, sees pubs closing daily. Discover the full impact.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
2025 confirmed as UK's hottest year on record
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's hottest year ever recorded, with an average temperature of 10.4°C. Experts warn of escalating climate impacts. Read the full analysis.
Pubs fear they won't survive 2026 due to cost crisis
UK pubs face a bleak festive season with bookings down 20%. Over 400 closed in 2024, with one shutting daily in 2025. Industry calls for urgent government action on business rates.
UK Pubs Face 'Perfect Storm' This Christmas Season
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.
TGI Fridays UK at risk of administration
The TGI Fridays restaurant chain in the UK is on the brink of administration, putting 49 high street branches at risk. Get the latest updates on this breaking business story.
Rachel Reeves banned from Leeds pub over tax rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been barred from her local Leeds pub by the landlord, who blames her tax policies for pushing hospitality 'to its knees'. Discover the growing backlash from publicans.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Jamie Oliver Relaunches Italian Restaurant Chain in UK
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is set to relaunch his Jamie's Italian restaurant chain in the UK this spring, starting in London's Leicester Square. Read about the comeback plan and the challenges facing the hospitality sector.
UK Pubs Fear Budget 2025 After 400 Closures in 2024
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.
Empty UK hotel rooms cost tourism £820k per week
New research reveals UK hotels are haemorrhaging revenue as thousands of rooms remain empty, creating a £43 million annual black hole in tourism earnings.
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