Labour calls for VAT cut
The Labour Party has called for a temporary cut in VAT to 17.5 per cent as it embarks on a campaign to rejuvenate Britain’s high streets.
Archives for July 26, 2011
Highland Park releases final whisky in Orkney Inga Saga trilogy
Highland Park whisky has launched the third and final edition in its Magnus Series, the Earl Haakon, which has been inspired by the tale of the untimely death of the Earl Magnus.
Luke Johnson’s tips on running a successful business
Businesses must be tech-savvy, improve their service standards and ensure their menus and design are innovative if they are to succeed in the future.
Calorie labelling does not influence diner choice, New York study finds
Displaying calorie information on menus does little to encourage diners to choose healthy options, a New York study has found.
Hoxton Apprentice seeks industry help after Gov cuts funding
Charitable training restaurant Hoxton Apprentice is appealing for help from the hospitality industry after vital funding it received from the Government was cut.
How ready is the UK for Olympics hospitality?
With exactly one year to go until the London Olympics, the UK is sending out a call to the world to come to these shores next year, but initial figures suggest that the hospitality sector is far from ready to welcome the additional visitors.
4m Brits plan holidays to avoid Olympic Games
Just over half of Brits feel that the Olympic Games will have a positive impact on the country’s economy, while almost 4m people will be leaving the country to avoid the 2012 Games, finds a new survey by PwC.