Industry charity Springboard has revealed the 50 shortlisted hospitality businesses and individuals for its Awards for Excellence 2024.
Compass Group boss: ‘Time is right’ for CH&Co acquisition
The chief executive of Compass Group has said the “time is right” for the business to take over rival caterer CH&Co as it eyes further growth in Europe.
Elliott Moss closes tiny restaurant PLU ‘with immediate effect’
PLU restaurant in St John’s Wood, London, has shut its doors after four years of trading, blaming the current economic climate.
‘Brink of transformation’: Master Innholders’ 2024 Conference explored new ideas for hoteliers
The Master Innholders’ 2024 Hotel Leadership Conference explored the latest innovations, from AI to the metaverse
Government briefed on plans for UK’s first Universal Studios theme park
Plans to build the first Universal Studios theme park in the UK have secured backing from the government.
Travolution announces new speakers for European Summit 2024
New speakers, including Whitbread’s apps product manager and the CEO of Easyjet holidays, have been announced for the Travolution European Summit.
Hospitality Action launches summer fundraiser challenges
Industry charity Hospitality Action has launched two “epic challenge” fundraiser events, which are due to take place over the summer.
Entries open for Craft Guild of Chefs’ 2024 Graduate Awards
The Craft Guild of Chefs has opened entries for the 2024 Graduate Awards.
Hoshizaki invests £100,000 in Telford training and demonstration hub
Refrigerator and ice-maker manufacturer Hoshizaki has created an innovation centre at its Telford, Shropshire premises which hospitality operators can utilise for training sessions.
Neat Burger to rebrand and overhaul menu with ‘healthier’ focus
Neat Burger, the plant-based fast-food chain backed by Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton, is to rebrand as a healthier option after closing sites last year.

