Our judges said the Housekeeper of the Year category was especially difficult to judge due to a large number of very high-quality entries, but Lisa Williams was recognised as someone who has “flown the flag” for the role for many years.
Mark Hix in battle with council over outdoor restaurant deck
Mark Hix has been caught up in a battle with local councillors after being ordered to remove an outdoor deck area set up at his restaurant during the pandemic.
Hotel Cateys 2022: Hotelier of the Year – Adrian Ellis
Adrian Ellis leaves no stone unturned in his mission to inspire school-leavers, college students and university graduates to make hotels their career of choice.
Ennismore confirms 144 hotel openings added to pipeline
Hospitality group Ennismore has confirmed it has a further 144 hotel openings in the pipeline and launched a new in-house team of interior and graphic designers.
School meals are under pressure as caterers call for support
It’s important to make sure children get fed at school. With the calls for the government to increase provision, here’s how caterers are coping with shortages
Hotel Cateys 2022: Hotel Chef of the Year (fewer than 250 covers) – George Blogg, Gravetye Manor
As executive head chef of Gravetye Manor, George Blogg has responsibility for all food offerings at the hotel and is an integral part of the senior head of department team.
Government commits to registration scheme for short-term holiday lets
Prime minister Rishi Sunak has confirmed that the government is committed to introducing a registration scheme for short-term holiday lets.
Wild Beer Co collapses into administration after rise in costs
Wild Beer Co has collapsed into administration after rising costs put a dent in sales.
AJ Capital Partners acquires Adelphi Portrush hotel in Northern Ireland
Adventurous Journeys (AJ) Capital Partners has acquired the Adelphi Portrush hotel in Portrush, Northern Ireland.
Hotel Cateys 2022: Extra Mile Award – Jonathan Raggett
The winner of this year’s award has literally gone the extra mile.

