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Concerns about new fees for visitors’ overnight stays in England
The UK government has announced it will grant mayors in England the power to impose a new fee on visitors’…
“Our industry is the most resilient of all”: reopening pubs to preserve local UK communities
Pubs, short for 'public houses,' have been UK community hubs for centuries, but have declined steadily year on year since…
UK Prime Minister cuts business rates by 20% for pubs, clubs and music venues
Within days of being the new UK Prime Minister, Andy Burnham’s cabinet decisions have sparked debate. Burnham’s latest agreement to cut…
The Sounding Board: key highlights and insights
In Foodservice Consultant, The Sounding Board is where we share insights from our Allied partners in their own words, on key…
The perfect storm: the UK hospitality industry’s plea for life-saving VAT cuts
Over the past year, the UK’s hospitality industry has faced relentless challenges. Since the pandemic halted trade, venues have struggled…
The beating heart of Liverpool: FCSI EAME’s HEART26 conference review
“People here are massively open-hearted,” were the warm words of Nisha Katona MBE, founder of Mowgli Street Food. Her comment…
Opening keynote: Professor Bryce Evans
Could you share a brief overview of your background? I’m Professor of Modern World History at Liverpool Hope University. It…
Closing keynote: Nisha Katona MBE
Nisha Katona MBE, founder of Liverpool-headquartered Mowgli Street Food, was not always bound for a life in foodservice. The daughter…
Keynote speaker: Alexandra French
It is one of the big conundrums of our time: how to reduce the proliferation of unsustainable plastics. In foodservice…
The big interview: Coyo Taco heads to the UK
“London doesn't just reflect trends; it sets them,” says Shereen Ritchie, CEO of Kuvi Hospitality. It’s no secret that London’s…