A new website, ismypubfucked.com, uses official data to reveal the UK pubs facing the biggest business rate increases, with some seeing bills soar by nearly 2000%. Discover which locals need your support most.
Urban Pubs & Bars has acquired five premium London venues, growing its estate to 65 sites. The group reports strong growth and annual sales exceeding £100 million.
Independent pub group Urban Pubs & Bars has acquired five premium London venues, expanding its estate to 65 sites and reporting over £100m in annual sales. Discover the latest in London's hospitality growth.
A new weekly farmers' market is opening in Peckham, South London, offering grass-fed beef, free-range eggs and fresh produce. Launching January 24 at Belham Primary School.
The government is set to reverse planned business rate hikes for pubs following intense pressure from the hospitality sector. The climbdown comes after warnings of crippling tax rises.
The government is poised to announce a rescue package for pubs facing crippling business rate rises, Sky News understands. The move follows a bitter backlash from the hospitality sector.
The government is set to announce a pub-specific business rates overhaul, softening sharp hikes following industry backlash. A major climbdown for Labour.
Sky News understands the government is preparing a support package for pubs facing crippling business rate hikes. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash as the hospitality sector warns of 100% bill increases.
Michelin-starred chef Tommy Banks reveals to Sky News the 'political decisions' crippling UK hospitality, the impact of weight loss drugs, and why your cooking needs more salt. Read his full interview.
Pub and hospitality leaders have dismissed the PM's suggestion of relaxed licensing laws as compensation for rising business rates, demanding tax cuts instead. Read the industry's fierce reaction.
The iconic Tiger Tiger nightclub on Haymarket, closed since 2024, is to be transformed in a multi-million pound project. NEOS Hospitality plans a 'world-first' venue set to open in summer 2026. Discover the future of West End nightlife.
London's IPO market struggled in 2025 with poor returns, despite government efforts. Discover the winners, losers, and 2026 hopes in our analysis.
Sky News reveals cabinet-level opposition to the business rates rise. Hospitality sector warned against protesting as pubs ban Labour MPs. Full details inside.
Journalist Adharanand Finn recounts his epic 10-week, 1,400-mile run around Ireland, discovering stunning landscapes, warm hospitality, and a profound personal connection to his ancestral land.
Exclusive: The new owner of TGI Fridays UK is finalising a pre-pack administration deal, set to close up to 20 restaurants and cut hundreds of jobs. Learn the full impact on the UK hospitality sector.
How will Rachel Reeves' Mansion Tax and rising council tax affect London homeowners in 2026? Expert analysis on the market's resilience and the challenges ahead.
The Revel Collective, owner of Revolution Bars and Peach Pubs, races to sell assets by January 9. Shareholders likely to be left empty-handed as Neos Hospitality eyes late-night venues.
New data reveals 366 British pubs were lost in 2025 due to soaring costs and tax burdens. Industry leaders warn of a 'wake-up call' for communities. Read the full analysis.
London's FTSE 100 index surged over 20% in 2025, its strongest performance in 16 years. Discover how share buybacks and key sectors like defence and mining powered the rally.
Top London chefs reveal 2026 dining trends: a return to simplicity, focus on value, and 'quiet luxury'. Discover the flavours set to define the capital's food scene.
House prices in London and the South East have fallen sharply, with Crawley and Brighton among the worst hit. Discover the data and the regional market divide. Read the full analysis now.
Plymouth recorded the UK's steepest house price rise in 2025 at 12.6%, as London's market stalled. Discover the hotspots and the factors driving this localised property boom.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan accepted over £25,000 in freebies in 2025, including Wimbledon tickets, an FA Cup final trip, and a Brazil summit. See the full list and the political reaction.
Britain's independent pubs are closing at a record rate, blaming soaring costs and tax policy, while major chains report record sales. Could your local be next?
Meat lovers flocked to London's historic Smithfield Market for its chaotic annual pre-Christmas auction. The event returned with gusto after plans to save and relocate the 800-year-old market were confirmed. Read the full story.
RPG Taverns, a Dungeons & Dragons specialist venue in Elephant and Castle, is turning over up to £35k a month. Discover how fantasy role-play is reviving London's nightlife and offering a new model for socialising.
Exclusive tour of the shuttered G-A-Y Bar on Old Compton Street reveals why no operator has taken over the iconic LGBT+ venue, despite its prime Soho location. Discover the challenges facing London's nightlife.
New analysis reveals business rates for UK pubs, restaurants and hotels are set to almost double by 2028, adding over £32,000 per property, despite a government-promised tax cut. Industry backlash grows.
Leyton Calling has secured permission to open a permanent weekend night market in East London from February 2026, featuring global street food, drinks, and live music.
A consortium backed by Deutsche Börse and Euronext is set to launch a consolidated tape for European bonds in July 2025, aiming to boost market transparency and data quality.