The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond's speech yesterday at the Conservative Party Conference announced a package of measures to support businesses to boost skills, growth and prosperity in the new economy. Part of the speech outlined reforms to ensure the Apprenticeship Levy provides people with the skills they need to succeed. Prime Minister Theresa May … [Read more...]
Star Pubs & Bars launches nationwide programme of forums
Six months after taking over operational control of 1,900 pubs from Punch Taverns, Star Pubs & Bars is launching a series of nine regional forums around the country throughout October, culminating in a national forum in Amsterdam. The forums are designed to listen to licensees’ views about their needs and to share best practice, with presentations on industry trends and … [Read more...]
BBPA welcomes Chancellor’s call for a digital services tax
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) yesterday responded to Philip Hammond’s calls for a digital services tax. Brigid Simmonds, Chief Executive of the British Beer & Pub Association, said: “We welcome the Chancellor’s speech at the Conservative Conference where, in addition to offering flexibility for the apprenticeship scheme, he acknowledged the need to tax … [Read more...]
World Cup Dining with Albert Roux OBE at Queen Margaret University
Queen Margaret University (QMU) is hosting a truly unique dining experience with dishes prepared by a team of talented chefs from some of Scotland’s leading hotels. This gastronomic extravaganza, which will take place on the 13 November, is the final run-through of The Scottish Culinary Team’s menu for the 2018 Culinary World Cup. The Scottish Chefs Team Members … [Read more...]
CORE by Clare Smyth headlines MICHELIN Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2019
The MICHELIN Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2019 was published earlier today with three new two-star restaurants topping the bill, ably supported by 21 new one-star establishments. The latest stars were presented during a live ceremony today at the BFI IMAX in London. Now in its third year Michelin is holds the live ceremony to announce the names and the restaurants … [Read more...]