2 June 2025, 15:02 | Updated: 2 June 2025, 15:04

By Kate Nicholls

Britain’s hospitality sector is facing up to a very real crisis, as it’s been revealed that one-third of all hospitality businesses are now operating at a loss.

This isn’t just a sensationalist headline; it’s a flashing red light for the entire UK economy.

The sector was hit with an unprecedented £3.4 billion increase in its annual costs in April, chiefly through rising employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs), increases to wage rates and a reduction to business rates relief, which has had a resounding effect that threatens jobs, investment and the very fabric of our high streets.

Our latest members survey – conducted by UKHospitality, The British Institute of Innkeeping, the British Beer & Pub Association and Hospitality Ulster – revealing the 11........

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