Industry bodies have called on the government to extend protection for businesses from rent enforcement activity until at least October.
Giggling Squid secures loan to provide ‘urgently needed liquidity’
Giggling Squid has secured a £5m Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan, which it has said will provide it with “urgently needed liquidity to survive the crisis”.
Buckland Tout-Saints hotel in Devon closes permanently
The Eden Hotel Collection has confirmed that Buckland Tout-Saints hotel in Devon will not reopen when lockdown restrictions are lifted.
Travelodge landlords say still too much uncertainty, despite ‘sweetened’ offer
The Travelodge Owners Action Group has said there is still too much uncertainty around the budget hotel chain’s company voluntary arrangement (CVA) proposals, despite reported changes.
How technology can help hospitality reopen safely
The target date for restaurants, pubs and hotels to reopen after the coronavirus lockdown is fast approaching, so businesses need to be ready to go with technology that will help them reopen safely
Menuwatch: Sparrow
A concise menu of Sri Lankan-inspired curries using quality ingredients and precise spice blends is being cooked up by this ex-St John’s pair.
QHotels founder Michael Purtill dies aged 69
Michael Purtill, founder and former managing director of QHotels, has died aged 69. He passed away suddenly two days ago.
Now, More Than Ever, Get Your Reservations Team On A QUEST For More Transient Bookings
Over my career in lodging industry sales and service training, I have designed numerous reservations training programs with names like 7-Steps For Reservations Sales Enhancement, Cooking UP New Reservations Sales, and Hotel Reservations SAILS Traini…
The Peninsula Hotels Signs Landmark Technology Deal with Shiji for Complete Enterprise Platform Solution
Hong Kong – Shiji Group has signed a partnership with The Peninsula Hotels to provide the hotel group with Shiji Enterprise Platform, the industry’s scalable, secure and modern hospitality technology platform. The Peninsula Hotels, owned and operate…
Elite Hotels of Sweden Roll Out Oaky Group-Wide
Amsterdam – Elite Hotels of Sweden, one of the country’s largest privately-owned hotel businesses, is rolling out Oaky to its 39 hotels across Sweden. Known for its beautifully restored historical properties and its dedication to environmental susta…

