The UK’s rate of VAT on visitor accommodation and attractions (Tourism VAT) at 20% is double the European average. This particularly disadvantages Northern Ireland’s hospitality and tourism businesses as Tourism VAT in Ireland is levied at 9%. Across Europe 33 countries have a reduced rate of VAT on tourism. The UK charges 20% VAT for visitor accommodation, … [Read more...]
Berkmann Wine Cellars’ long-serving sales director and board member Jacquie Kay has sadly passed away
It is with great sadness that Berkmann Wine Cellars announces the death of long-serving Sales Director Jacquie Kay, who passed away on Monday 19th June. Jacquie died peacefully at home, surrounded by family, after a very private battle with cancer. In her 35 years at Berkmann Wine Cellars, Jacquie occupied several successive roles, culminating in the position of London … [Read more...]
Bartlett Mitchell strengthens operations team with appointment of Brydon
Bartlett Mitchell, one of the UK’s leading independent caterers, has today announced the appointment of Angus Brydon as Operations Director. Brydon, who is returning to the company having previously worked for Bartlett Mitchell as an operations business manager in 2014, will be responsible for overseeing operations at key accounts, facilitating growth and driving team … [Read more...]
BBPA comments on Government/DUP ‘confidence and supply’ deal
Commenting on the confidence and supply agreement reached between the Government and the DUP today, Brigid Simmonds, BBPA Chief Executive, said: “What UK business needs is more certainty, and today’s deal should mean that the Government has a working majority in Parliament as the Brexit negotiations proceed. “On the specifics of what has been agreed, it is positive for … [Read more...]
Wilson Vale supports in-house talent development with senior promotion
Wilson Vale has promoted Melissa Wallbank, former financial controller of the company, to General Manager (finance). Melissa joined Wilson Vale twelve years ago as an accounts assistant after graduating from Aston University in Birmingham with a degree in Managerial & Administrative Studies. With the support of Wilson Vale, she gained chartered status with the Chartered … [Read more...]