De Vere has announced the appointment of Hayley Chilver to the newly created role of Operations Director for its London properties, which includes De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Hayley joins De Vere with more than 20 years’ experience in the meeting and event sector, having previously held Operations Manager and General Manager positions at Crowne Plaza, Marriott and Moat … [Read more...]
Mental Health First Aider appointed in all Valor Hospitality Europe hotels
Valor Hospitality Europe has introduced a wellbeing strategy in response to stress in the hospitality industry. The initiative is led by the directors and sees every hotel have a minimum of one fully qualified Mental Health First Aider, trained to spot the signs of someone who may be struggling. A 2017 government report found that almost three-quarters of employees working … [Read more...]
HRH The Princess Royal opens new Isle of Man hotel space
HRH The Princess Royal has opened the new 250 people events space and 30-bedroom extension at the Ramsey Park Hotel. The original 30 bedroom hotel was opened five and a half years ago and proved to be a great success. In light of this success the owners have added a new multi-purpose function room for up to 250 people, called the Ayres Suite and a further 30 bedrooms to … [Read more...]
Edwardian Hotels London and Radisson Hotel Group announce Manchester relaunch
Edwardian Hotels London and Radisson Hotel Group have announced that following a multi-million-pound renovation, their Manchester property is relaunching as The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel. The hotel is the third in the UK to join Radisson Collection, a unique compilation of Radisson Hotel Group’s premium lifestyle properties, set in prestigious … [Read more...]
New flagship hotel to be built in Leeds by Hammerson
Hammerson, which owns and manages Victoria Leeds, has submitted plans for a new 205-bed hotel adjacent to its iconic retail and leisure destination, Victoria Gate. The plans will see the site, which is currently a temporary car park, redeveloped to provide a new flagship hotel. The Victoria Gate Hotel is part of Hammerson’s City Quarters concept, which will create vibrant … [Read more...]