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.
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.
Michael Caines: this is a time for reflection and reconciliation
Michael Caines has expressed his hope that the Black Lives Matter movement will provide “an opportunity to bring people together, not drive people apart” as he addressed his own conflicting emotions on Lympstone Manor’s link to the slave trade.
Inside track: We’re finally speaking with one voice says Wendy Bartlett
One effect of a crisis is to bring people together, a benefit that should continue after the pandemic is over, says Wendy Bartlett.
Restaurant bosses write to PM calling for urgent action
High street brands, representing over 1,000 restaurants across the country, have written to prime minister Boris Johnson calling for urgent support for the hospitality industry.
Joycelyn Neve ‘heartbroken’ as Seafood Pub Company files for administration
Founder of the award-winning Seafood Pub Company Joycelyn Neve has said she is “heartbroken” to have appointed administrators to the 10-site group after failing to secure a Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan (CBIL).
Claire Gamble appointed group director of sales at Dakota Hotels
Dakota Hotels has announced the appointment of Claire Gamble to the role of group director of sales.
Reopening date ‘good news’ for Northern Ireland hospitality businesses
Hotels, pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes in Northern Ireland will be able to reopen from 3 July.
Could the staycation save summer?
After months of inaction, hotel operators are seeing a surge of bookings from holidaymakers looking for a ‘safe’ UK break this year.

