Government to integrate VOA with HMRC from April
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) will be integrated into HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) from 1 April 2026 as part of changes to the structure of government bodies.
Archives for March 13, 2026
Friday Five: the week’s top stories
René Redzepi leaving Noma and The Wolseley’s expansion into the US are among this week’s top news stories.
Latest opening: Simpson’s in the Strand
The re-opening of last of the ‘Grande Dame’ restaurants that still retains its original décor and features is described by Jeremy King as the ‘apotheosis’ of his impressive career.
Liverpool’s Wavertree Town Hall to reopen
South Liverpool restaurant Wavertree Town Hall will reopen this spring under new ownership.
Hospitality to be hit by spring tube strikes
A fresh wave of tube strikes starting from this month threatens to derail the hospitality sector’s hopes for a positive spring and could be devastating for operators it has been warned.
Laura Harper-Hinton named Leader of the Year at MCA Hospitality Awards
Caravan CEO and co-founder Laura Harper-Hinton picked up one of the top awards at last night’s MCA Hospitality Awards.