Despite government rules changing today in England, new BW survey found that nearly 80% of guests would prefer hotels to continue with Covid risk measures, such as social distanced seating and mask wearing
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However, the research also shows that the number of British workers in hospitality has risen substantially over the past two and a half years, making up 51% of the workforce in June
62% of hospitality businesses expect trading levels to return to normal before the second half of 2022, despite the ongoing challenges with recruitment and staffing
Barclaycard data found that consumer spending on hotels grew 5.4% in June as Brits continued to holiday in the UK, with spending at pubs and bars rising 38.1%, boosted by the Euros and Wimbledon
New survey from UKHospitality suggests that the industry is seeing a shortage of 188,000 workers, with a current vacancy rate of 9%, as trade association stresses the need for government to help restore confidence in the hospitality sector
Analysis from Profitroom found that packages that include additional extras such as spa treatments, afternoon tea and on-site activities as well as bed and breakfast count for 32% of all hotel bookings
Barclaycard data showed that pubs, restaurants and bars processed 105% more payments in the last week of April compared to the first, with reservations for mid-June coming in thick and fast
New research from booking software Access Collins and platform DesignMyNight saw a huge spike in interest following the reopening of venues in England on Monday
New research from Splendid Hospitality has found that 52% of under 35s want to visit a UK city for a holiday this year and destinations 'off the beaten track'
Insight from CGA’s Business Leaders Survey also found that just under half (44%) will be recruiting to the same, or a greater extent, than in previous years
