Advice and FAQs

This is guidance reduced rate of VAT as part of the Great British Summer Savings package.

This guidance specifically covers proposals regarding notice of shifts and payment for shifts cancelled, curtailed or moved at short notice.

Reforms of zero hours and similar contracts are arguably the most consequential part of the Employment Rights Act for hospitality.

This advice and guidance is intended to help pubs who plan to screen World Cup 2026 games in their venue this summer.

Ahead of the Welsh elections on 7 May, we’ve gone through all of the political party manifestos so you don’t have to.

Ahead of the Scottish elections on 7 May, we’ve gone through all of the political party manifestos so you don’t have to.

We have broken down the stages of visitor levies around Scotland for members to stay informed and up to date with the progress.

The Welsh Government has published its proposals for a Deposit Return Scheme. Members can find out exclusively what it means for hospitality.

Oil prices have risen, in the wake of conflict in the Middle East, and hospitality businesses will be mindful of how this could impact energy.

Government has committed to introducing more flexible working arrangements for employees, and making flexible working ‘the default’.

The Government has committed to giving workers more power over the distribution method of tips, through the Employment Rights Act.

The Welsh Government has announced a package of business rates support for pubs, bars, restaurants, cafes and live music venues.

The Scottish Government has published its 2026 Scottish Budget, which included critical updates for businesses, including on business rates.

UKHospitality members can exclusively access a step-by-step guide, produced in partnership with Colliers, on how to review and challenge their business rates valuation.

UKHospitality members can exclusively receive the latest information, advice and guidance on policies that affect their business.