Data from Expedia Group shows a surge in visitors to the UK from a number of fast-growing international markets including China, Brazil and India, leading to growth for UK hotel occupancy in the first half of 2019. Analysis of the data shows a number of major cities across the UK seeing double-digit growth across the period. In part, this growth has been driven by … [Read more...]
Two new senior appointments at ISS to drive foodservice growth
ISS has announced two new senior appointments in its public sector and foodservice businesses. Eddie Fairish has joined ISS as Senior Commercial Director. Fairish joins ISS from Aramark where he established a strong track record in securing large multiservice service contracts. Fairish was a key figure in bringing LifeWorks Restaurant Group, the premium Business & … [Read more...]
Scotland trial selling disposable coffee cups
Selling disposable cups separately instead of offering discounts for reusables can significantly increase the number of people choosing the more sustainable drinks option, a key new study has found. New trials led by Zero Waste Scotland revealed that cafés which replaced discounts for reusable cups with clear, equivalent charges for disposable cups significantly increased … [Read more...]
The Waterside Inn hosts Royal Academy of Culinary Art’s Adopt a School Trust Dinner
Michel Roux OBE and Alain Roux recently opened the doors of the world-renowned The Waterside Inn to welcome guests for an exclusive and prestigious dinner in aid of the Royal Academy of Culinary Art’s Adopt a School Trust. This unique dinner, featuring a brigade of some of the world’s most prestigious chefs provided an unrivalled experience with a world-class five course … [Read more...]
New Chief Executive announced at the British Beer & Pub Association
The British Beer and Pub Association has announced the appointment of Emma McClarkin as its new Chief Executive, starting her role in early November succeeding Brigid Simmonds. McClarkin served a 10-year term as a Conservative Member of the European Parliament. McClarkin has also held posts including Chairman of the Commonwealth Forum, Director of Global Policy for the … [Read more...]