The introduction of a tourist tax in Wales could prove the “final straw” for some hospitality businesses, an industry group has warned.
Rail strikes: Hospitality warns of ‘devastating’ impact on trade
Hospitality businesses are seeing Christmas bookings cancelled and party sizes reduced due to rail strikes this week.
Wales to provide £460m in rates support for businesses
A package of support worth more than £460m over the next two financial years will be announced in the Welsh Government’s upcoming draft Budget.
Shiva Hotels’ Marylebone Lane hotel the BoTree to open next year
Shiva Hotels’ Marylebone Lane hotel is to be called the BoTree and an opening date of July 2023 has been announced.
East Sussex pub offers 40 people refuge amid snowstorm
A pub in East Sussex offered overnight accommodation for 40 people who had been stranded by heavy snowfall.
Andrew Pern’s Star Inn the City issues warning to guests over phishing scam
York’s Star Inn the City has issued a warning to customers after fraudsters targeted those who had made reservations in a phishing scam.
Pubs and restaurants offer free Christmas meals despite tough year of trading
Hospitality operators are offering free or cut-price Christmas meals as a gesture of goodwill to their local communities during the festive season.
Dusty’s Pizzeria closes Cardiff site
Phill and Deb Lewis, the couple behind Dusty’s pizzerias in South Wales, Kindle restaurant in Cardiff and Nook bistro, also in Cardiff, have announced the closure of their Dusty’s Cardiff site.
Revelations: Dara Klein, sous chef, Sager + Wilde Paradise Row, London
We delve into the life and inner thoughts of a top chef. This week: Dara Klein, sous chef, Sager + Wilde Paradise Row, London
Travelodge announces plans to more than double London presence
Budget hotel chain Travelodge has announced plans to more than double its presence in London, with the search on for 127 hotel sites across the capital.

