People in the hospitality sector are being asked to share their experiences of race, ethnicity and culture within the industry.
Two Lights restaurant announces closure
Two Lights restaurant in London’s Shoreditch has announced it is closing as Covid-19 restrictions have made the business “untenable”.
Boparan signs second franchise partner for Slim Chickens roll-out
Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG) has signed a second franchise partner to accelerate the growth of its Slim Chickens brand.
Hospitality expected to be hit by tougher tier restrictions post-lockdown
The hospitality industry in England is expected to be hit by tougher tier restrictions once the country comes out of lockdown in December.
Eggletons to open ‘second Pony’ in Bristol
The Eggleton family, who own the Michelin-starred Pony & Trap in Chew Magna, have announced they are opening a new restaurant in South Bristol.
Patisserie Valerie liquidators hit auditor with lawsuit
The joint liquidators of Patisserie Valerie have issued a claim for damages against accountancy firm Grant Thornton over ‘negligent audits’.
Gary Neville spearheads UnitedCity launch to drive Manchester’s recovery
Former footballer and co-owner of GG Hospitality Gary Neville is spearheading the launch of an initiative to drive Greater Manchester’s economic recovery.
Operators say new tier restrictions show ‘a complete disregard for hospitality’
Hospitality operators have reacted with anger and dismay to the government’s announcement of new tier restrictions for England after 2 December.
2020 Acorn Award winners take to the virtual stage
The winners of the 34th Acorn Awards, which recognise 30 of the industry’s most talented stars aged under 30, were recognised in a virtual awards ceremony last week.
Curfew replaced with 10pm last orders but tighter tier restrictions set for hospitality this winter
Boris Johnson has confirmed that the curfew will be replaced with a 10pm ‘last orders’ and 11pm closure order on hospitality in England, however the sector is set for tighter tier restrictions this winter.

