London is currently occupied by a fraction of the normal density of tourists and workers, either is detrimental to the hospitality industry and both at the same time is bordering catastrophic. The language being used above is considered and used to emphasise the danger that many hospitality businesses face in trying to operate at the moment in London. The lack of tourists … [Read more...]
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McDonald’s sued for racial discrimination by over 50 former black franchisees
US media is today widely reporting that over 50 black former franchisees have filed a law suit against McDonald's claiming racial discrimination. The complaint, filed earlier this week in a Chicago court, accuses McDonald's of directing black franchisees to lower socio-demographic locations requiring higher security and insurance costs alongside lower-volume sales. The filed … [Read more...]
Covid & Brexit procurement planning with Allister Richards
The impact from Covid-19 continues to send ripples across the entire hospitality industry, and all segments within it. Most segments of hospitality have seen reduced volumes in every aspect of their operations, amidst this some level of adjustment will need to be made in preparing for the conclusion of Brexit. The UK has already left the EU and the transition period ends on 31 … [Read more...]
Mixed messages from government could derail a return to the workplace
A return to the workplaces of central London and many other cities around the UK is vital not only for the workplace foodservice sector, but for the wider hospitality industry. The pubs, cafes and restaurants that ordinarily are full of people are no longer, as employers and employees continue to work from home. Return to workplace foodservice The initial cause of empty … [Read more...]
Eat Out to Help Out: Chancellor needs to call on PM and explain priorities
The Eat Out to Help Out initiative is without doubt the best tactic deployed to date in combating the economic impact from Covid-19. The benefits are many and complimentary, so they create a compounding effect that will more than pay back the government for implementing the initiative. Eat Out to Help Out was rolled out by Rishi Sunak and has proven to be a huge … [Read more...]