Founding Members of the ‘SIMPLY CUPS’ recycling scheme include ISS Facility Services and John Lewis Partnership ISS Facility Services is delighted to announce its role as a Founder Member of the ‘Simply Cups’ paper cup recycling scheme. The initiative, to be launched August 1, 2014, will help to recycle the 2.5 billion paper cups that are sent to landfill or incinerated … [Read more...]
Hull plans £42m events, conference + hotel centre
Hull City Council has ambitious plans for a new £42m events, conference centre and four-star hotel complex that will put the city on the UK map as a location for major events, shows and music concerts. Situated in the heart of the city centre, the proposals are part of a 10-year plan to make Hull a world-class visitor destination and to capitalise on its status as UK City of … [Read more...]
Searcys to pull out of Birmingham Rep contract
TheBusinessDesk.com reports that Searcys is pulling out of its contract with the Birmingham Repertory Theatre from the end of August. In a statement The REP said: “By mutual agreement, Searcys, who currently operate the Centenary Bar and Brasserie and associated hospitality catering service, will withdraw from their contract with the theatre from 31 August 2014 due to a … [Read more...]
TGI Friday’s UK for sale?
The Sunday Telegraph reports that the sale of TGI Friday’s UK restaurants is being considered by its new owners, Sentinel Capital and TriArtisan Partners, who acquired the chain only two months ago. TGI was bought by the two private equity firms back in May for £470 million but are now believed to be considering the sale of the UK company, which has 60 outlets, has been … [Read more...]
Corporate market drives strong hotel growth for June
Business travel coupled with good weather in June has continued to boost regional hotels’ performance, according to preliminary figures released by business advisory and accountancy firm, BDO LLP. Regional hotels June was another strong month in the growth trend experienced by regional hotels recently. While UK tourists made the most of the warm weather, sustained … [Read more...]