Placemaking report launched as a blueprint for the high street
The report sets out how removing regulatory barriers, alongside tackling cost pressures, would allow hospitality to thrive as a placemaker.
Hospitality has the highest tax burden in the economy, new data reveals
Hospitality has the highest effective tax rate of any sector in the UK, leading to fewer jobs for young people and higher prices.
Holiday tax scheme proposal – what to know
We break down the Government’s response to its consultation on a holiday tax and set out the proposals as they stand.
Mayors urged to support 10% VAT as condition for holiday tax
As Mayors view a holiday tax as ‘normal’ in other cities, they should back the 10% hospitality VAT common in those countries.
Government set to announce unlimited taxation on family holidays
Unlimited tax raising powers on family holidays will have a ‘genuinely catastrophic’ impact, risking at least 33,000 jobs.
Budget must reduce hospitality tax burden to create jobs
UKHospitality calls the Government to rebalance the tax system in the upcoming Budget for the hospitality sector.
Hospitality confidence sees ‘Burnham bounce’
Hospitality confidence sees ‘Burnham bounce’, but costs and political instability holding back investment, new polling reveals.
Zero hours contract reforms & what they mean for hospitality businesses
The Government’s withdrawal of an updated tipping code of practice less than three months before implementation has left hospitality in limbo, UKHospitality said.
Zero hours and shifts reforms could cost up to £2.9bn – our response
Government analysis reveals up to £2.9 billion annual employer cost of reforms to zero hours contracts and shifts.
Operators urged to respond to zero hours consultation
The changes to zero hours contracts and shifts are among the most significant operational changes facing hospitality businesses.
New inquiry warns visitor levy must protect jobs, growth and tourism
The APPG for Hospitality & Tourism has published the findings of its inquiry into the Government’s proposed visitor levy in England.
New Government proposals to lower business rates
Plans to improve hospitality business rates through tax reforms on online giants would be a positive step, UKHospitality said.
Nutrition Guide launched for members
The guide provides practical advice and support to hospitality businesses looking to strengthen their approach to healthy eating.