Government increases State Aid cap
The State Aid cap has been increased to more than £10m, giving larger hospitality businesses greater access to Government-backed grant schemes.
Archives for March 4, 2021
Mark Greenaway to open pie shop in London
Scottish chef Mark Greenaway is to open a takeaway pie and mash shop in London's Charing Cross next month.
Zetter Group acquired by Orca Holding
Mark Sainsbury and Michael Benyan have sold The Zetter Group to Orca Holding, a specialist hospitality investor owned by entrepreneur Laith Pharaon.
Harts Group snaps up former HIX Soho site for El Pastor
Harts Group has secured the former HIX Soho on Brewer Street for its Mexican taqueria brand El Pastor.
Pret tweaks Dinners offering
Pret A Manger has narrowed the coverage of its Dinners by Pret offering, as it continues to experiment with the food range.
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Case study: KFC and Deliverect
Since June 2020, KFC's Spanish and French business has been working with Deliverect to optimise its online delivery operation, which has been scaled up rapidly during the pandemic.
Wales extends business rates holiday for 12 months
The rates holiday for the hospitality, leisure and retail sectors in Wales will be extended for a further 12 months, Finance Minister Rebecca Evans has announced.
Wendy's plans 20 UK sites as it prepares for nationwide rollout
US burger chain Wendy’s is 'on track' to begin opening restaurants in the UK in the coming months, with five sites expected to launch before the end of the year.
Chefs and restaurateurs respond positively to the budget
Chefs and restaurateurs have reacted positively to the measures for hospitality businesses laid out in the Chancellor’s budget, although many would still like to see more support given to the sector.