Having hosted the first ever commercial event at the Royal Courts of Justice (RCJ) in January 2000, Seasoned Events was instrumental in developing the commercial events business at the RCJ and was awarded the events management and catering contract in 2007 following a rigorous tender process by HM Courts & Tribunal Services, as part of the Government's Wider Market … [Read more...]
Izaak Walton Hotel purchased by long-time guest
Fleurets has confirmed the sale of the Izaak Walton Hotel on behalf of Peter Blair and Richard Saville of business rescue and recovery consultants Begbies Traynor, Nottingham, selling in their capacity as Joint Liquidators of the owning company. The Izaak Walton Hotel has been a popular destination for visitors to the Peak District National Park and as a wedding venue over … [Read more...]
First Centres of Excellence in Patisserie and Confectionery announced
Following demand from industry, People 1st has recognised two new Centres of Excellence in Patisserie and Confectionery, endorsed by the Hospitality Guild. The Centres of Excellence status are recognised for the high standard of training delivery in this specialist area and their commitment to ensuring learners gain the skills they need to enter the industry. Research by … [Read more...]
Brewers say it with beer – industry thanks MPs for second duty cut
Brewers thanked the MPs who took a second penny off the pint in last month’s Budget in time-honoured tradition – by brewing a beer for them. ‘George’s Double Drop’, ‘Nicky Morgan’s Marvellous Mild’, ‘AG Bitter’ (for Andrew Griffiths) and ‘Brandon’s Brew’ (for Brandon Lewis), as well as ‘Humphreys’ Hurrah’ for Robert Humphreys the Honorary Secretary of the All Party … [Read more...]
Outline Planning for major leisure development at intu Lakeside
intu has received outline planning consent to create a multi-million leisure development at intu Lakeside, its market leading centre in Thurrock. The leisure proposals mark the continuing evolution of the centre, building upon existing plans for a £180m expansion of the centre that will bring 30-40 new stores and a substantial investment in local community … [Read more...]