English Rates Cut Brings No Additional Money for NI
23 July 2026
Today's announcement by the Prime Minister of a business rates cut for pubs, clubs and music venues in England will not generate any consequential funding for Northern Ireland and will provide no direct benefit to hospitality businesses here.
List Your Venue on the Sober Atlas
21 July 2026
The Sober Irish Atlas is a venue map and directory built specifically for people looking for alcohol-free options when they're out. Pubs, bars, restaurants, hotels and cafés can list their alcohol-free range — beers, wines, spirits, cocktails — so that sober and sober-curious customers can find them easily.
Reduced 5% VAT Relief is Here but the Devil is in the Detail.
02 July 2026
With the temporary 5% VAT rate effective from 25 June 2026, now is the critical time to ensure you are staying compliant. While the headline rate reduction sounds straightforward, the detail could have real cost implications (and opportunities!) for your business.
"Good Jobs" Bill Stalled for Now But Not Going Away
15 June 2026
The proposed “Good Jobs” Employment Rights Bill in Northern Ireland represents a significant shift in the regulation of workplace rights, with the hospitality sector likely to be among the most affected. As an industry heavily reliant on flexible staffing models, seasonal demand, and variable working hours, the reforms pose both operational challenges and potential long-term benefits.