Tag: Hospitality industry
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Stonegate Group Moves to Sell £1bn Worth of Pubs as It Reshapes Portfolio
Stonegate Eyes a £1bn Cash Boost by Offloading 1,000 Pubs Britain’s largest pub group, Stonegate, is reportedly pursuing a significant strategic move: a potential sale of about 1,000 its pubs for roughly £1 billion. The plan signals a bold portfolio rethink as the company navigates changing consumer tastes, rising costs, and the evolving structure of…
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Victoria to Crack Down on Violence Against Retail Workers: Up to Five-Year Jail Terms Proposed
Policy aims: stronger protections for frontline workers Victoria is moving to strengthen the legal framework protecting frontline staff in retail and hospitality. The government’s proposed reforms would introduce jail terms of up to five years for individuals who assault or threaten workers in these sectors. The move reflects ongoing concerns about violence in stores, cafes,…
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West End Gum Bistro Closes Permanently: A Bittersweet End for a Produce-Driven Restaurant
Overview: Gum Bistro Announces Permanent Closure West End’s produce-driven Gum Bistro has sent shockwaves through the local dining scene by announcing its permanent closure. The restaurant informed its followers via social media on Wednesday, confirming that the doors will no longer reopen after what the team described as a “thoroughly enjoyable (albeit short) run.” The…
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Rising costs push fish and chips prices higher than ever
New pressures push fish and chips from a cheap staple to a pricier indulgence What was once a quick, affordable hit of comfort for many diners is increasingly a heavier financial choice. Across the UK and beyond, fish and chips have followed a steep climb in price, reflecting a broader pattern of inflation, rising energy…
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Marriott Terminates Licensing Agreement with Sonder Holdings
Overview: Marriott Ends Licensing Agreement with Sonder In a move that reshapes the dynamics of hotel branding and management, Marriott International announced that its licensing agreement with Sonder Holdings Inc. is no longer in effect. Marriott officials cited Sonder’s default as the primary reason for terminating the arrangement, signaling a clear shift in how the…
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Marriott Terminates Licensing Agreement with Sonder Over Default
Overview: Marriott Ends Licensing Agreement with Sonder Marriott International announced that its licensing agreement with Sonder Holdings Inc. is no longer in effect due to Sonder’s default. The decision marks a significant development in the partnership landscape of major hotel brands and signals how contractual disputes can reshape the hospitality market for travelers and operators…
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Former Bar of the Year Double Deuce Lounge to Close on Bridge St, Frustrations Grow Over Friday Drinks
Closure of a CBD Icon: Double Deuce Lounge to Close on Bridge Street The nightlife landmark known as the Double Deuce Lounge, once celebrated as Bar of the Year, is set to close its doors on Bridge Street. The northern CBD precinct is bracing for the loss of a venue that has long been a…
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Former Bar of the Year Double Deuce Lounge to Close on Bridge St as Friday Drinks Fizzle
Long-standing landmark to close on Bridge Street The once-celebrated Double Deuce Lounge, named Bar of the Year in a previous era, has announced it will close its doors on Bridge Street. The decision marks a somber note for the northern CBD precinct, where a string of familiar nightlife venues have quietly exited in recent months.…
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Cable Bay Wine Ltd Ordered to Pay $18,000 to Fired Worker in Employment Relations Dispute
Background of the Case In a recent Employment Relations Authority (ERA) decision, Waiheke Island’s Cable Bay Wine Ltd was ordered to compensate a prematurely dismissed employee with $18,000. The ruling centers on how the firm handled a booking-related issue and the subsequent termination, raising questions about process, accountability, and proper procedural steps in staffing decisions.…
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MOM Probes Twelve Cupcakes Over Salary Arrears and Possible Employment Act Breaches
Singapore (MOM) Investigates Twelve Cupcakes The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) and the Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board announced on Friday that Twelve Cupcakes, a well-known Singapore bakery chain, is under investigation for suspected breaches of the Employment Act, including non-payment of salaries. The probe follows reports that around 80 workers were affected, highlighting concerns about…