A new website, ismypubfucked.com, uses official data to reveal the UK pubs facing the biggest business rate increases, with some seeing bills soar by nearly 2000%. Discover which locals need your support most.
Urban Pubs & Bars has acquired five premium London venues, growing its estate to 65 sites. The group reports strong growth and annual sales exceeding £100 million.
Independent pub group Urban Pubs & Bars has acquired five premium London venues, expanding its estate to 65 sites and reporting over £100m in annual sales. Discover the latest in London's hospitality growth.
The government is set to reverse planned business rate hikes for pubs following intense pressure from the hospitality sector. The climbdown comes after warnings of crippling tax rises.
The government is poised to announce a rescue package for pubs facing crippling business rate rises, Sky News understands. The move follows a bitter backlash from the hospitality sector.
The government is set to announce a pub-specific business rates overhaul, softening sharp hikes following industry backlash. A major climbdown for Labour.
Sky News understands the government is preparing a support package for pubs facing crippling business rate hikes. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash as the hospitality sector warns of 100% bill increases.
Michelin-starred chef Tommy Banks reveals to Sky News the 'political decisions' crippling UK hospitality, the impact of weight loss drugs, and why your cooking needs more salt. Read his full interview.
Pub and hospitality leaders have dismissed the PM's suggestion of relaxed licensing laws as compensation for rising business rates, demanding tax cuts instead. Read the industry's fierce reaction.
The iconic Tiger Tiger nightclub on Haymarket, closed since 2024, is to be transformed in a multi-million pound project. NEOS Hospitality plans a 'world-first' venue set to open in summer 2026. Discover the future of West End nightlife.
Sky News reveals cabinet-level opposition to the business rates rise. Hospitality sector warned against protesting as pubs ban Labour MPs. Full details inside.
Journalist Adharanand Finn recounts his epic 10-week, 1,400-mile run around Ireland, discovering stunning landscapes, warm hospitality, and a profound personal connection to his ancestral land.
Exclusive: The new owner of TGI Fridays UK is finalising a pre-pack administration deal, set to close up to 20 restaurants and cut hundreds of jobs. Learn the full impact on the UK hospitality sector.
The Revel Collective, owner of Revolution Bars and Peach Pubs, races to sell assets by January 9. Shareholders likely to be left empty-handed as Neos Hospitality eyes late-night venues.
New data reveals 366 British pubs were lost in 2025 due to soaring costs and tax burdens. Industry leaders warn of a 'wake-up call' for communities. Read the full analysis.
Top London chefs reveal 2026 dining trends: a return to simplicity, focus on value, and 'quiet luxury'. Discover the flavours set to define the capital's food scene.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan accepted over £25,000 in freebies in 2025, including Wimbledon tickets, an FA Cup final trip, and a Brazil summit. See the full list and the political reaction.
Britain's independent pubs are closing at a record rate, blaming soaring costs and tax policy, while major chains report record sales. Could your local be next?
RPG Taverns, a Dungeons & Dragons specialist venue in Elephant and Castle, is turning over up to £35k a month. Discover how fantasy role-play is reviving London's nightlife and offering a new model for socialising.
Exclusive tour of the shuttered G-A-Y Bar on Old Compton Street reveals why no operator has taken over the iconic LGBT+ venue, despite its prime Soho location. Discover the challenges facing London's nightlife.
New analysis reveals business rates for UK pubs, restaurants and hotels are set to almost double by 2028, adding over £32,000 per property, despite a government-promised tax cut. Industry backlash grows.
Hotels in London's Square Mile face an average 135% rise in business rates from April 2026, sparking a major feud between the hospitality sector and the Treasury. Discover which venues are hardest hit.
UK publicans voice fury at Chancellor's business rates changes, with bills set to skyrocket by up to 126%. Landlords warn of closures, job cuts, and price hikes as the hospitality sector reels.
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is set to relaunch his Jamie's Italian chain in the UK this spring, starting in London's Leicester Square, backed by Prezzo owner Brava Hospitality Group.
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is set to bring back his Jamie's Italian restaurant chain to the UK in 2026, with a new partnership and a refined concept. Read the full story.
Jamie Oliver's restaurant chain, Jamie's Italian, is set for a UK revival with a new flagship in London's West End next spring, following a partnership with Brava Hospitality Group.
A London Michelin-starred restaurant owner speaks out after a thief stole £800 of premium meat. The Met Police investigate as the hospitality industry faces festive pressure.
American writer Walter Meyer declares Newcastle Upon Tyne superior to European hotspots like Barcelona and Prague, praising its friendly locals and hidden gems. Discover why this UK city won him over.
Butlin's holiday resorts post a £28.3m pre-tax profit for 2024, a dramatic turnaround from a £74.2m loss. CEO criticises new 'tourism tax' as rival Haven struggles. Read the full financial analysis.
UK hotels face a profit squeeze as rising costs outpace increased demand and room rates. Experts warn of challenges from wage hikes and frozen tax thresholds. Read the full analysis.