How the struggles of the UK hospitality sector could hit the rest of the economy

By Zoe Adjey, Senior Lecturer in Hospitality and Events, University of East London

Across the UK, Mother’s Day represented a vital revenue opportunity for the hospitality sector. Bars, restaurants, cafés and pubs would have anticipated a boost courtesy of family groups – and some spring-like weather. Sadly though, due to some harsh financial realities including higher tax and wage bills coming into force now, many of these establishments may not survive to serve customers next Mother’s Day.

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