Compass Group UK & Ireland’s integrated facilities management business, 14forty, has secured an exciting new contract with leading professional services company Capita. Over the seven year contract, 14forty will deliver a range of soft FM services including catering, cleaning, security and reception and will see a team of 1000 colleagues working across 230 locations … [Read more...]
Former Booking.com Managing Director buys into Great National Hotels
The Great National Hotels and Resorts Group yesterday announced that Rachel Howes, the former Managing Director of Booking.com Limited - encompassing Ireland, UK, France and Northern Europe markets - has taken an ownership investment in the Irish owned hotel chain. Rachel Howes was instrumental in the success of Booking.com, helping to grow the company into a major global … [Read more...]
Stratford MP will work with Chamber to engage schools on hospitality sector
Stratford MP Nadhim Zahawi and the Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce are to write to every primary school in the area stressing the potential of careers in the commercial hospitality industry. The move comes after several leading hotels and hospitality companies attended a meeting to look at the local economy. The movement of labour, immigration and skills … [Read more...]
The NACC celebrates excellence at the NACC Awards 2017
The National Association of Care Catering (NACC) crowned the winners of the NACC Awards 2017 at a gala dinner last night, which also celebrated the association’s 30th anniversary. The winners of the eight prestigious awards exemplified excellence, innovation and exceptional service in the care catering sector and a commitment to improving standards and experiences for all, … [Read more...]
Oakman Inns’ first site takes over No. 10
October in Tring might prove to be a little less fun this month as The Akeman closes for the first time since it opened its doors nearly 10 years ago for a substantial refit. Having acquired No. 10 Akeman Street a couple of years ago, the empty shop will be incorporated into a revitalised Akeman, providing more customer space. The existing bar and restaurant based at No. … [Read more...]