Following a record year of new development in 2014, Marriott International, Inc. has announced that it expects to triple in size in Europe by 2020 (since 2010) to reach 150,000 signed or opened rooms across its portfolio of brands – a substantial increase from the 40,000 rooms it operated in 2010. This expansion in Europe is part of Marriott International’s global growth … [Read more...]
Public Health Minister congratulates on removal of 1.3 billion units of alcohol
Public Health Minister Jane Ellison has congratulated the drinks industry on its success in removing 1.3 billion units of alcohol from the UK market at an event in Parliament last night. Hosted by the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group, in partnership with the British Beer & Pub Association and the Portman Group, the event marked the successful initiative which is part of … [Read more...]
Sundial Group leads with Living Wage at Barnett Hill
Sundial Group’s Surrey based hotel and conference centre, Barnett Hill, has been accredited as a Living Wage employer – a historic first for the hospitality industry. The group has committed to pay all its employees at its Guildford based venue at least the hourly wage of £7.85 (significantly higher than the national minimum wage of £6.50). Sundial Group’s team building … [Read more...]
Prospective MPs pledge for pub-goers’ votes
CAMRA has today announced that 500 election candidates from across the parties have pledged support for community pubs and real ale ahead of the General Election. CAMRA has issued a challenge to each of the parties to get their candidates to add their support. The 500 candidates have pledged to: Support well-run community pubs Promote Britain's 1,300 … [Read more...]
Michels announces £200m hotel investment fund
Sir David Michels has announced the launch of a new £200m fund, exclusively targeting investments in the European hotel sector. The fund will be managed by Michels & Taylor, and will primarily focus on the provincial UK market, though targeted acquisitions in Continental Europe will also be considered. Sir David, ex-Hilton chief and one of the world's most experienced … [Read more...]