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‘We will all have to contribute’: chancellor refuses to rule out tax rises in Budget
The chancellor has refused to rule out tax rises in the upcoming Budget and said she would make “the choices necessary” to fix public finances. Rachel Reeves claimed her Budget will help businesses “to create jobs and to innovate”
345 Leading Hospitality Businesses Demand Action At The Budget
In a significant intervention ahead of the Budget in just over two weeks’ time, 345 leading hospitality businesses have backed UKHospitality’s call for urgent action to support hospitality. Hospitality is clear: lower business rates, fix NICs and cut VAT to support hospitality, affect change on our high streets and support the renewal of the country.
Keep Britain Working Review – UKHospitality response
The Keep Britain Working Review sets out a new employer-first approach to supporting employees and healthy workplaces, and tackling the rising issue of ill-health keeping people out of work. UKHospitality expressed its support for the review’s objectives and business-first approach as a sector Vanguard, and highlighted the need for action to reduce the sector’s tax burden at the Budget
Budget hotels lag behind rest of market as cost pressures bite
Luxury and mid market hotels enjoyed a rise in occupancy, room rates and profits in August year-on-year, while budget hotels lagged behind as they juggle rising costs and dwindling consumer demand, RSM Hotels Tracker: Focus on Asset Classes reveals.
Event Related News
CHS leaves Birmingham and Leeds to create Manchester ‘supershow’
CHS is combining its Birmingham and Leeds events to create one ‘supershow’ in Manchester next year. The new launch will see visitors and exhibitors from both shows come to CHS Manchester on Wednesday 30 September 2026 at its new home at the AO Arena.
Inclusive events can unlock billions in revenue, according to MIA report
Events which fail to prioritise accessibility are missing out on the £274 billion in spending power held by disabled people and their families in the UK, according to a new report released by the Meetings Industry Association (MIA).
LHVA News
Charity Partner Announcement:
SNAPS Yorkshire CIO
We’re proud to announce that our charity partner for the next 12 months is SNAPS Yorkshire, a wonderful organisation dedicated to supporting children with additional needs and their families.
SNAPS offers so much more than just therapy. They create a welcoming space where children can enjoy activities like hydrotherapy, rebound therapy, football, dance, and swimming – giving them the chance to be active, have fun, and build confidence. Just as importantly, SNAPS provides a vital community for parents and carers, offering friendship, understanding, and a place to share experiences.
At the Leeds Hotels and Venues Association, we’re committed to supporting our community, and we’re delighted to be working with SNAPS to help them continue this incredible work.
All proceeds from the LHVA Awards and other fundraising activities this year will go directly to SNAPS, and we’re honoured to play a part in making a positive impact. We’re excited to share the start of our partnership and look forward to working together to raise funds and awareness for such a deserving cause.
Find out more about SNAPS Yorkshire and their mission here.
Michael O’Hare teases plans for new Leeds restaurant
The announcement comes roughly a year after the closure of Psycho Sandbar, which previously traded as Leeds’ only Michelin-starred Man Behind the Curtain.
First Look: Step Inside Harewood’s Bridgerton-Inspired Christmas
Working with TV interior designer Siobhan Murphy, Harewood House has transformed into a Regency dreamscape for its new festive experience, A Glittering Invitation: Harewood’s Grand Christmas Ball. This year’s Christmas at Harewood is set to be the must-see festive event in Yorkshire.
Hotel plans for vacant Leeds South Bank office building get the green light – “we’re seeing huge demand in the city”
Whitbread plc, owner of Premier Inn, has received planning consent from Leeds City Council for the redevelopment of Verity House to create a 131-bedroom hotel. Whitbread expects more than 57,000 guests will stay at the Premier Inn at Verity House every year, generating an additional £5.5m in visitor expenditure annually.
