VisitBritain put forward the idea stressing that an October bank holiday could help extend the season beyond the summer months and protect the livelihoods of hospitality businesses that may struggle to survive the winter
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As a first step, UKHospitality has submitted its best practice health and safety protocols to ministers for endorsement, which emphasise that the sector needs flexibility to operate safely and should not be constricted by a one-size-fits-all approach
CEO Will Ashworth said that the biggest challenge will be social distancing and if the government will allow businesses to operate on a guest-per-square metre basis, as opposed to an occupancy basis
Formerly Nadler Hotels, the group, which comprises five hotels in London and Liverpool, is bidding to transform a former office block into a 166-bedroom hotel in the city centre
New Sawday's research found that 70% of travellers will opt for a self-catering break, with 45% planning to book last minute. However over 70% have less confidence in booking a UK holiday than they did before coronavirus
Signet Hotel Group is a partnership fronted by Hector Ross, the former COO of Bel & The Dragon, which acquired the hotel in January with hopes for a September launch
UKHospitality chief executive, Kate Nicholls said that 'the size and diversity of the hospitality sector means that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to reopening'
UKinbound has issued a stark warning that the country risks damaging and prolonging its economic recovery if the inbound tourism industry does not receive long term financial support
As part of the proposed scheme by Robert Tchenguiz, Leconfield House in Mayfair would be converted into a new hotel with 78 bedrooms, a health club and spa, restaurant and bar
Kate Nicholls, CEO of UKHospitality said Mr Johnson’s speech had provided a “sense of the shape of his plan and the journey ahead”, with many operators concerned about government support dropping off
