CareerCareer story, 13 October
BBPA: Britain is on course to lose one pub a day in 2026
Some 295 pubs had already shut by the end of September. The trade body forecasts about 360 closures by year-end and roughly 5,000 jobs gone.
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CareerCareer story, 13 October
NEOS secures a £10m facility after doubling to 40 venues
The HSBC revolving credit line backs rebrands of former Revolution and Revolución de Cuba sites, with Leeds and Newcastle transforms due before year-end.
CareerCareer story, 13 October
What drinkers will order this winter: spritzes, no-and-low and tequila
The Morning Advertiser's winter drinks round-up says cocktails are now a habit, not a treat, with lighter spritz serves and premium spirits leading the list.
CasualCasual story, 13 October
NEST Dining in Heaton is closing after five years
The Chillingham Road fine-dining spot, known for Sunday lunches booked months ahead, cites taxes and energy bills as it winds down its first venue.
CasualCasual story, 13 October
Trading Route at St John's shuts with immediate effect
The beer hall and rotisserie by the Trof, Manchester Union and Wandering Palate teams blames rising costs, stagnant footfall and a still-building neighbourhood.
CasualCasual story, 13 October
Macellaio RC becomes Casa Macellaio in South Kensington
Roberto Costa has relaunched his original UK restaurant as a more relaxed Genoa-inspired osteria, with Italian wines only and mains such as Lake District beef tagliata.
CareerCareer story, 13 October
Bewliehill enters administration and shuts its last two London sites
The seasonal food-to-go group has closed Bishopsgate and St Paul's. Azets were appointed joint administrators on 2 October.