With the mercury rising this week, British workers’ health could be put at risk due to a lack of clear, legal guidelines on the maximum temperatures allowed in the workplace, according to office space search engine, Office Genie. Currently, workplace regulations state that employers must act if workplace temperatures dip below 16C (13C for workplaces where people carry out … [Read more...]
GM Rory MacAleece leads ibis Styles Hotel recruitment drive
A new general manager has been appointed to lead a recruitment drive to fill 15 positions at Glasgow’s first ibis Styles Hotel, located in the Merchant City. Experienced hotelier Rory MacAleece will take up the position later this month and will recruit a team of local staff to help build a reputable name for the hotel, synonymous with great service, personality and … [Read more...]
Aquae Sulis on market in busy Bath
Bath hospitality specialist Simon Wells from Colliers International has brought the landmark Aquae Sulis B&B to market, having sold the Ayrlington, Kennard and Griffin in 2014. Aquae Sulis is a distinctive 14-bedroom Edwardian property on Newbridge Road which is on the market at £1.6m freehold. The West-based hospitality specialist said: “Aquae Sulis is furbished in … [Read more...]
onefinestay announces $40m growth financing and key senior hires
onefinestay, the pioneering hospitality business that offers guests the opportunity to experience handmade hospitality in the finest homes, has announced growth financing and key hires to its leadership team. From opening with six homes, onefinestay’s portfolio across London, New York, Paris and Los Angeles is now six times bigger than the combined inventory of The Ritz, The … [Read more...]
Frugal Brits opt for staycation
Brits are demonstrating that they are prepared to forego an overseas holiday for the benefit of a well-deserved staycation as they continue to cautiously monitor their spending, according to the latest Greene King Leisure Spend Tracker. The Leisure Spend Tracker has shown that, while consumers are increasingly treating themselves to a holiday, they are still cautious when it … [Read more...]