Business directors must take wrongful trading provisions into account when deciding to bring staff back from furlough. Emma Edis explains
Franco Manca owner sees ‘promising future’ in less competitive field
Franco Manca and Real Greek owner Fulham Shore has said that “the future looks promising” for its business.
Chef Robbie Lorraine to revive trends of the 1980s and 1990s at Brixton restaurant
Culinary trends from the 1980s and 1990s will be celebrated at chef Robbie Lorraine’s new restaurant and pop-up events business Only Food and Courses.
MPs approve tiered lockdown approach despite rebellion against curfew measures
MPs approved the three-tiered approach to regional restrictions last night, despite a group of rebel Conservative MPs opposing the 10pm curfew for hospitality businesses.
Is it check-out time for Travelodge?
Since March, Travelodge has been locked in a heated conflict with its landlords over rent reductions, culminating in a company voluntary arrangement. Landlords must now make a decision – stick with the brand they know or head for something new.
Boparan believed to be eyeing Gourmet Burger Kitchen buyout
Giraffe and Ed’s Easy Diner operator Boparan Restaurant Group is reportedly set to acquire Gourmet Burger Kitchen (GBK) out of administration.
Lexington’s Rob Kirby to move into consultancy role ahead of opening his own restaurant in Mallorca
Rob Kirby, chef-director at Lexington, will be moving to a consultancy role with the foodservice firm at the end of the year ahead of opening his own restaurant.
Menuwatch: Ruth Hansom’s Princess of Shoreditch
Ruth Hansom is giving British ingredients the royal treatment, combining her classical French training, hewed at the Ritz, with contemporary presentation.
Northern Ireland hospitality sector to close for four weeks from Friday
The hospitality sector in Northern Ireland will close for four weeks from Friday, excluding delivery and takeaway, as part of a host of new restrictions to curb the spread of Covid-19.
Government inaction leaves hospitality laundry industry on its knees
The Textile Services Association (TSA) has warned that the lack of support for the hospitality laundry sector has put thousands of laundry workers’ jobs at risk.