Contactless order and pay provider Ordamo has launched ‘The Role of Tech in Consumer Reassurance’, a new report examining the needs and benefits of technology in hospitality.
Group of Travelodge owners in ‘advanced talks’ with other hotel brands
The Travelodge Owners Action Group has confirmed that it is in “advanced discussions” with major hotel operators including Accor and InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), among others.
Headland hotel says lockdown easing halved redundancy risk
The owners of the Headland hotel in Cornwall have said the government’s easing of lockdown restrictions has been an “urgently needed lifeline” and will help them retain staff.
‘Thank you so much for all you do for this country’: Prince Charles praises resilience and fortitude of hospitality sector
The Prince of Wales has recorded a video message for the hospitality sector, in recognition of the challenges faced over the past months, while also looking ahead as some parts of the industry begin to reopen from today.
Chancellor expected to announce VAT cut while Treasury revisits coronavirus support loans
Chancellor Rishi Sunak is expected to announce a temporary VAT cut for hospitality businesses as part of his summer statement on Wednesday.
One in 10 Pret stores may not reopen
Around 5%-10% of Pret stores in the UK could close, the sandwich chain’s chief executive Pano Christou said in an interview with *The Sunday Times*.
Northern Ireland reopening: ‘I’m delighted to be back breathing some air into this big old building’
The reopening of hotels, bars and restaurants across Northern Ireland has been greeted with “delight” by one of the region’s leading hotel groups, despite losing out on lucrative international markets this year.
Pret A Manger confirms plans to close 30 stores and cut jobs
Pret A Manger has confirmed plans to close 30 stores after the Covid-19 pandemic saw year-on-year sales plummet by 74%.
Selin Kiazim says service charge will be incorporated into menu prices at Oklava
Selin Kiazim has said the customary optional 12.5% service charge at Oklava London will now be incorporated into menu prices.
Operators celebrate ‘a cracking two days’ as police praise measures put in place
Hospitality operators have celebrated a successful opening weekend in England and Northern Ireland as officials praised the measures put in place to keep guests and teams safe in the face of Covid-19.