PizzaExpress to axe another 1,300 jobs after trade plummets
PizzaExpress is to axe a further 1,300 from across its UK estate following a decline in footfall since September and poor city centre trade.
Archives for October 29, 2020
Flat Iron heads to Marylebone
Flat Iron is to open its ninth London location next month on James Street in Marylebone.
London restaurateur calls for JSS review to help restaurants survive until December claim period
A London restaurateur is calling for an urgent review of the Job Support Scheme (JSS) to help restaurants be able to pay their staff until claims can be made under the scheme.
Pret distances itself from founder Julian Metcalfe following lockdown comments
Pret A Manager has distanced itself from founder Julian Metcalfe after he caused outrage by urging the Government not to introduce another lockdown to save a ‘few thousand lives’.
G-A-Y owner 'not giving up' after court refuses to let curfew legal challenge go ahead
The owner of London’s G-A-Y nightclub in Soho has 'decided not to give up' after a court refused permission for his legal challenge against the 10pm curfew to go ahead.
How I Got Here: Stephen Tozer
Stephen Tozer is the co-founder of London-based kebab restaurants Le Bab, Maison Bab and Kebab Queen.
Busaba CVA approved
Busaba Eathai’s Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) has been approved, with an 81% majority of creditors backing the proposals.
Hospitality sector calls on Welsh Government for support
UKHospitality Cymru has written to members of the Welsh Government outlining proposals for the support of the country's hospitality businesses during the 'fire-break' lockdown and beyond.