Coronavirus
The Caterer takes the Coronavirus (COVID-19) very seriously. The epidemic and it's consequences including the steps taken to combat the virus has a serious impact on the hospitality sector. We try to collect all information and do what The Caterer does the best: provide guidance and shine light on ways how we can survive and emerge stronger at the end.
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Tom Kerridge on Saving Britain’s Pubs: 'Our industry has never been under this much pressure'
Series one of the BBC’s Saving Britain’s Pubs with Tom Kerridge came to its conclusion this evening, and presenter, chef-patron, restaurateur and publican Kerridge says he has been reminded of some important lessons along the way.
Hospitality operators in high tier areas 'devastated' by loss of vital pre-Christmas trade
Hospitality operators in England who have learned they will be reopening under Tier 2 restrictions, or not reopening at all in Tier 3, have said they are frustrated and devastated at losing vital pre-Christmas trade.
New BFFF president calls for further support for out of home sector
Businesses in Birmingham and Manchester to remain closed as areas to enter Tier 3
Future of pubs 'hangs in the balance' as sector pleads for help
Spending review: Chancellor announces National Living Wage increase
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced the National Living Wage will increase in his spending review today.
Second hospitality protest to take place next month
HospoDemo will return to London’s Westminster for a second protest next month.
Hospitality excluded from nationwide Christmas plans
Travel and household mixing restrictions will be eased over Christmas, but restrictions on hospitality will remain[...]
Government confirms hospitality can reopen from Wednesday morning next week
Lockdown restrictions will end at 00:01 on 2 December and businesses in Tiers 1 and 2[...]
NTIA ‘cautiously optimistic’ for Supreme Court business insurance ruling
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) and bars and nightclubs broker NDLM have said they are ‘cautiously optimistic’ regarding the Supreme Court’s ruling on business insurance."
‘Test to release’ strategy to reduce quarantine period for travellers next month
Passengers arriving into England from 15 December will be able to finish their quarantine earlier than 14 days if they have a negative Covid test after five days of self-isolation.
How technology can support hospitality’s return to normal
The hospitality industry continues to live through challenging times. After 17 weeks of being able to trade again following lockdown, restaurants, pubs and bars in England were ordered to close their doors to customers dining and drinking-in from 5 November[...]
Neil Rankin says 'bah humbug' to those moaning about missing out on this year’s Christmas festivities
This year’s festive season will be unlike any we’ve seen before, but that’s not a bad[...]
Operators say new tier restrictions show ‘a complete disregard for hospitality’
Hospitality operators have reacted with anger and dismay to the government’s announcement of new tier restrictions[...]
Hospitality expected to be hit by tougher tier restrictions post-lockdown
The hospitality industry in England is expected to be hit by tougher tier restrictions once the[...]
Gordon Campbell Gray's Three Chimneys to close until 2021 as Scottish travel ban comes into force
The renowned Three Chimneys restaurant with rooms on the Isle of Skye is closing until 2021[...]
Wake-up call: how to overcome new hurdles in pre-pack administrations
New regulations and written reports will add a layer of administration and could endanger a speedy sale, say Tim Carter and Helen Martin."
Calls for tier changes as 72% of hospitality businesses say they expect to close next year
Around 72% of hospitality businesses expect to become unviable and close in 2021, according to a survey of members by trade bodies the British Beer & Pub Association, the British Institute of Innkeeping and UKHospitality.
Historic Mercure Aberdeen hotel enters liquidation with 68 job losses
The Mecure Aberdeen Ardoe House Hotel and Spa in Scotland has entered creditors' voluntary liquidation, with the loss of 68 jobs.
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