VisitBritain: Social media is a ‘global influence’ on holiday choices
Research by VisitBritain shows that social media has a ‘powerful influence’ in international tourists choosing Britain as a holiday destination.
Archives for November 11, 2015
Budget hotel development on the increase
For the first time budget hotels account for more than half of the UK’s hotel development pipeline, with growth in the sector showing no signs of slowing down, according to a report by HVS, AlixPartners and AM:PM.
Proceed cautiously over tipping legislation Government warned
The Government has been urged to 'proceed cautiously' with any legislative changes around tipping as its consultation into tipping practices comes to an end.
People 1st launches new apprenticeship campaign
Workforce development charity, People 1st, has launched a new campaign to help hospitality companies understand and prepare for 2016’s apprenticeship shake-up, while benefiting from greater staff retention and profitability.
Premier Inn boss slams 'unregulated' Airbnb
The outgoing Whitbread boss has slammed Airbnb by arguing that the Government is failing to properly regulate the site.
Wright Brothers: Why the UK is now their oyster
When Wright Brothers’ Robin Hancock and Ben Wright started their seafood wholesale business in 2002, oysters in London restaurants were the preserve of the Mayfair fruits de mere platter. In the intervening 13 years they have helped democratise the...
Turkey restaurant Strut & Cluck planned for Shoreditch
A restaurant which puts turkey at the heart of its menu is scheduled to open in Shoreditch next spring.