Private Eye cartoonist Tony Husband has paid a touching tribute to Living Ventures’ chairman andco-founder Tim Bacon, who died last Friday. Bacon was a hugely popular figure in the city and now Private Eye cartoonist Tony Husband has paid tribute … Read More
Proposals to end “unfair tipping practices and increase transparency for consumers and employees” have been revealed by the Government. After a ‘Call for Evidence’ on the tipping in 2015, the government has launched a consultation on its proposals to “secure a … Read More
A year of key policy wins and the admission of major new retailer members has rounded off a very successful 12 months for the ALMR. Speaking at today’s ALMR Spring Conference in London, ALMR Chief Executive Kate Nicholls highlighted the … Read More
Tim Bacon, who started GS Systems’ client Living Ventures and opened brands including Manchester House and JW Johnson’s, has lost his battle with cancer aged 52. Bacon – chairman and co-founder of the Living Ventures restaurant group alongside Jeremy Roberts … Read More
Bill’s and Pizza Hut has joined the ALMR as the hospitality association expands its casual dining membership, reports Propel Morning Briefing. The duo from the casual dining sector join Carluccio’s and YO! Sushi as members among other key casual dining … Read More
GS Systems managing director Niels Nielsen is joining many leading figures on a study tour of the hospitality industry in New York City organised by M&C Allegra and Restaurant magazine. The 72 hour trip, which runs from 14-17 April 2016, … Read More
The abolition of National Insurance contributions for apprentices aged under 25 will provide a boost for businesses, according to the ALMR. The measure was announced at the 2014 Autumn Statement and came into effect last week. ALMR Chief Executive Kate … Read More
Technology such as Wi-Fi is a concerning factor for the majority of consumers when picking a food outlet, according to a recent report. Future Shock, published by the Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) in partnership with CGA, found … Read More
Delays to the enforcement of menu labelling in the USA are a reflection of the many difficulties and pitfalls in implementing a well-intentioned but ultimately flawed policy, according the Chief Executive of the Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers. Kate … Read More
Following the publication of a Government White Paper on culture, The ALMR is encouraging the Government to support and celebrate the licensed hospitality sector as an integral part of UK culture. ALMR Chief Executive Kate Nicholls said: “As we in … Read More