Eclectic's management team reports below on its performance for the year to end June 2013, continuing to develop and grow the group and seeking out new opportunities whilst delivering strong sales and EBITDA performance. Eclectic Bars principal activity is the management and operation of late night bars and restaurants across the United Kingdom, carried out under the trade … [Read more...]
M.A.S.H, ETM Group and Benugo amongst winners at London Lifestyle Awards
On Wednesday 23 October, 700 guests, businesses and hopefuls gathered for the 4th annual London Lifestyle Awards which took place at Troxy. Sponsored by Remy Martin, Zebrano Bars and Gulf Air, it was a celebration of all that makes London the amazing city that it is today. Hosted by Scott Mills of BBC Radio 1, the Hospitality sector was praised and recognised for its great … [Read more...]
30% savings in food waste processing possible across hospitality sector
A new report commissioned by the Hospitality Carbon Reduction Forum (HCRF), whose members include Whitbread, J D Wetherspoons, Mitchells and Butlers, Nandos and Hammerson, shows that food waste management costs could be reduced by 30% and much less food be sent to landfill. Much needs to be done, however, before ‘could be reduced’ becomes ’will be reduced’ not just for the … [Read more...]
Hall & Woodhouse increases turnover and profits
Hall & Woodhouse increases turnover and profits Hall & Woodhouse made good progress in its financial year ending 26 January 2013. Turnover and profits both improved, and the company opened its new £5m brewery in Blandford, Dorset. Turnover increased by 2.8% to £96.8m (2012: £94.1m). Operating profit before exceptional items increased by 7.9% to £8.3m (2012: £7.7m), … [Read more...]
Industry associations demand ‘Better Rates for Pubs’
The BBPA, CAMRA, FLVA, BFBI and BISL have joined forces to challenge the burden of business rates on Britain’s pubs, with a direct approach to the Chancellor George Osborne MP on Small Business Rate Relief. This comes as a new Early Day Motion (EDM 599) from Charlotte Leslie MP has been tabled in Parliament. The EDM calls for an extension of Small Business Rate Relief, … [Read more...]