Chancellor Rishi Sunak has just announced his job retention scheme plans on twitter. Chancellor Rishi Sunak: “The job retention scheme will be extended, for four months, until the end of October. “By that point, we will have provided eight months of support to British people and businesses. Until the end of July, there will be no changes to the scheme whatsoever. “From … [Read more...]
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No cliff edge cut off, Chancellor Rishi Sunak to update on furlough later today
Chancellor Rishi Sunak will announce later today the Government's future for the furlough scheme as loud calls from the hospitality industry are made to leave it as is. Previous indications from the Chancellor include his warning that the furlough scheme, due to end in June, is not sustainable at its current 80% rate. There are now more than six million people with … [Read more...]
Caffè Nero announce more new openings
Caffè Nero has this morning announced 33 of its outlets will re-open by the end of next week. The reopening is part of its ‘takeaway only’ trial. We understand that 14 of the openings will be achieved this week, taking the open total to 40. The additional openings follow the successful initial trial of seven stores last week. Trials included clear protocols to ensure … [Read more...]
High Growth in Takeaway
Takeaway was buoyant showing sustained high growth before the onset of Covid-19. As many hospitality businesses turn to takeaway, click and collect and delivery, having the right equipment is more important than ever. Recognising this, Equipline have announced that during the Covid-19 pandemic all Antunes cooking equipment is on sale at 50% of their normal RRP. All … [Read more...]
HMS Dragon serves an unforgettable dining experience
Thinking back to a time when we were all allowed out to dine, my most memorable meal this year was a private dinner on board HMS Dragon on 14th January in Portsmouth with the captain - Commander Giles Palin. HMS Dragon is instantly recognisable by the Welsh Dragon on her bow. She is the fourth ship of the Type 45 or Daring-class air-defence destroyers built for the … [Read more...]