All MCA Insight articles in September 2024 – Page 4
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NewsReeves considering raising alcohol duty in Budget
The drinks industry has warned the move would be counter-productive and lead to lower revenues which could have a “catastrophic” impact on pubs.
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OpinionA word in your ear, minister
Public nervousness in the wake of the government’s warnings of tougher times ahead is hitting home – and it’s a problem of the cabinet’s own making, Peter Martin, MCA’s contributing editor, warns
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NewsUKH: Mass closures without urgent business rates solution
Substantial, deep reform of the system is not possible before rates relief ends on April 1, but a reduced multiplier can be a permanent, universal solution, according to UKHospitality deputy CEO Allen Simpson
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NewsRegulatory landscape threatens future of British pub
Think-tank Localis is urging the government to launch a taskforce to clear obstacles that endanger the beer and pub sector, with its new report to be issued at the Labour Party Conference today
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Analysis & InsightA fresh start for Frankie & Benny’s
MCA visits the Italian American concept’s newly revamped outpost at The Strand to explore whether the new direction and brunch can re-energise the legacy brand
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NewsFulham Shore appoints new people director
Nicki Sahota was appointed earlier this month and will serve as people director across both Franco Manca and The Real Greek
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NewsFive Guys UK revenue surges past £300m
The group reported £316.4m in revenue in 2023, alongside total revenue of £542.9m for its European operations as it continues its rollout across the continent
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Weekend PressMichelin-starred chef opens London restaurant staffed by homeless people
Adam Simmonds hopes Home Kitchen will offer jobs, change public perceptions and answer an industry need, The Guardian reports
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Weekend PressBusiness lunch special: the secrets of a set lunch
The FT calls for the return of gossipy, boozy lunches in the City, and rounds up the top venues for a business meet-up in the financial district
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Weekend PressGroucho Club boss quits in row over ‘going corporate’
Ewan Venters will step down as chief executive of Artfarm, owner of the celebrity haunt in London, The Sunday Times reports
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Weekend PressIf you want to make fat profits… Take a bite out of these fast-food giants
Change is on the menu for McDonald’s, Starbucks and the other players in the fast food market, This is Money reports
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Weekend PressThe maître d’ at the legendary Le Caprice tells all
Jesus Adorno’s memories from almost four decades of ego management, extreme discretion and Princess Diana
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Weekend PressIt is all beer and skittles in the no-alcohol drinks space
The trend towards moderation suggests the time is ripe for booze-free drinks, the Financial Times reports
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NewsStaff to be offered contracts after three months under zero-hours crackdown
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds held private talks with business and union leaders about a crackdown on zero hours contracts, The Telegraph reports
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NewsManchester Airport unveils £1.3bn upgrade
Highlights include a 472-seat food hall, a champagne and cocktail bar from Fever-Tree, and a pub from J D Wethersoons
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NewsVelvet Taco to launch in London
The Dallas founded fast-casual concept which has nearly 50 stores in the US is launching in the UK early in the new year
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NewsShoryu Ramen sees ‘light at the end of the tunnel’
The Toridoll Holdings-backed Japanese restaurant concept expects to break even in 2024, and surpass pre-pandemic sales in 2025
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NewsSector faces business rates cliff edge
With no interest rates relief yesterday, UKH urged the government to introduce a lower, permanent and universal business rates multiplier for the hospitality sector
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NewsOle & Steen: ‘The focus is to be a whole lot better’
Chairman David Campbell said the bakery chain will prioritise its hub-and-spoke model, as well as travel hubs, upon its return to the expansion trail - but will first maximise existing stores
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NewsCaffè Nero hails ‘hugely successful’ Q1
UK sales grew by 12.5% driven by strong demand for cold drinks and its summer sweet range, including its viral maritozzi breakfast brioche cream buns