Archives for July 1, 2014

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WC bar to open in former public convenience

By Lauren Houghton

WC Wine & Charcuterie bar will be opening this month in London’s Clapham Common, located in the former site of a 100-year-old public toilet.

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How to ensure cashless customer payments are secure

By David Maisey

Customer demand for cashless payment is on the rise and independent hospitality businesses must start accepting credit and debit cards or risk losing out to the chains. Here David Maisey, managing director of card payment specialists Chip & PIN...

Drake & Morgan aims for 20 sites in next few years

By Lauren Houghton

Privately owned bar and restaurant group Drake & Morgan has acquired two new London sites to bring its current portfolio to nine, with short terms plans to have 20 sites in total. 

Edinburgh hotels set for long-term growth

By Carina Perkins

Edinburgh hotels are set to enjoy revenue growth on the back of sporting events, increased corporate bookings and additional flight routes to the city, according to a new report from HVS.

Cut Tourism VAT campaign hits Westminster

By Carina Perkins

Campaigners drove a ‘mobile beach’ from Downing Street to Parliament Square as part of the ongoing campaign to cut UK tourism VAT to 5 per cent.

Union Hanover reveals plans for boutique hotel

By Lauren Houghton

Hotel developer and operator Union Hanover has announced plans to create and run a high-end boutique hotel located at the International Quarter in Stratford City, following its acquisition of Starboard Hotels’ share in the project.