HOSPA Council has ratified the appointment of the Association’s Deputy Chairman Chris Upton as the new Chairman of the Hospitality Professionals Association for Finance, Revenue Management and IT. He succeeds Paul Dukes who has stepped down, due to ill health, after seven years of devoted service at the Association’s helm. Commenting on the appointment, Chris Upton said:“It … [Read more...]
Sunborn London opens 1 October 2014
Following a soft launch, Sunborn London will officially open to the public on 1 October 2014. The deluxe 4 star yacht hotel is located in the prestigious Royal Victoria Docks and is operated by ISS Facility Services as a Living Wage contract. Sunborn London maintains the charm of a bygone era and the sophistication of a classic sailing yacht with teak wood panelling, a … [Read more...]
Top Secret Hidden Hotel Gems
Hotel goers looking for the very best in UK accommodation need search no more: LateRooms.com has announced the winners of its fifth annual Best Kept Secret Awards. The 13 hotels, nominated by the Great British public and judged by travel experts, have proved themselves to be the best in a variety of quirky categories from Comfiest Bed and Best View, to Best Breakfast and … [Read more...]
Elior strengthens with acquisition of Lexington
Elior is pursuing its growth strategy in the UK with the signing of an agreement for the acquisition of Lexington, the respected caterer in the City of London with a strong portfolio of leading London organisations. It has turnover in excess £30 million and a combined team of over 650 employees. Lexington was established in 2002 by Mike Sunley, Katharine Lewis and Rachel … [Read more...]
Beer duty cuts create 16,000 jobs
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has released its ‘Cheers 2014’ report, detailing how consecutive beer duty cuts have created 16,000 jobs and boosted beer sales, at very little cost to the Government. The report, produced in partnership with CAMRA and SIBA, was presented to Chancellor George Osborne at the Conservative Party Conference, along with a new, … [Read more...]