CareerCareer story, 27 October
The Budget lands on Wednesday: what the trade is asking for, and what's already settled
UKHospitality wants movement on VAT, rates and employer NICs. The 20% rates cut for pubs from April 2027 is already announced.
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CareerCareer story, 27 October
Yolk looks to raise £3m to grow from seven London sites towards 100
The food-to-go brand reports like-for-likes up 12% in a market that fell 3.5%, and every site making money.
CareerCareer story, 27 October
Free online spiking and harassment training for bar staff, ahead of Halloween weekend
Wandsworth Council's course is open to everyone who deals with customers in licensed venues, including part-time and seasonal staff.
CasualCasual story, 27 October
Tokyo on Westgate Road has closed after 22 years
The bar called last orders with a terrace party, and the building has been bought by the group behind The Dubliner.
CasualCasual story, 27 October
Khai Khai and Pink Lane Bakery put curry in a pie for Sunday lunch
The Quayside restaurant's Curry Pie Club now uses the bakery's pastry, adds a vegan pie and offers takeaway for the first time.
CasualCasual story, 27 October
Bar Dos opens in Ancoats from the team behind Stray
A 70-cover late-night bar with two cocktail lists and playlists from Manchester artists.
CasualCasual story, 27 October
18th Floor opens on top of The Gantry in Stratford this Thursday
A new rooftop restaurant and bar with sharing steaks, whole lobster and weekend DJs is coming to east London.