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Sunday, 28 November, 2021

Coronavirus pandemic
Travel and aviation groups dismayed by fresh Covid restrictions
Response to Omicron variant a blow to businesses that had hoped worst of the pandemic was over
Sunday, 28 November, 2021

InterviewHow to Lead
Julian Metcalfe: the Itsu chief on seeking ruthless efficiency
The founder and CEO of the Asian fast-food chain listens to staff and suppliers in a quest to keep meals at £7
Saturday, 27 November, 2021

News in-depthRetail & Consumer industry
UK Christmas parties curtailed as pandemic reins in festive cheer
Era of grand celebrations appears over as companies opt for smaller gatherings amid fears of infection
Thursday, 25 November, 2021

Airlines
Airlines brace for threat from Europe’s surge of Covid infections
Investors have ditched airline shares in recent weeks as bookings slow
Thursday, 25 November, 2021

Mitchells & Butlers PLC
M&B warns of threat from rising costs
All Bar One owner returns to profit but says higher utility bills could hamper recovery
Thursday, 25 November, 2021

Wendy's Co
Wendy’s readies European push as UK relaunch exceeds expectations
US burger chain points to strong performance on third attempt to crack market
Wednesday, 24 November, 2021

Nando's International
Nando’s losses more than double to £240m
Sales drop 39% after lockdowns closed restaurants and trading ‘remains mixed’
Tuesday, 23 November, 2021

Camelot Group PLC
UK lottery operator reports record first half sales
Camelot is one of at least four bidders aiming to secure the next licence
Tuesday, 23 November, 2021

Compass Group PLC
Compass turns to remote kitchens as pandemic disrupts office canteens
World’s largest caterer is having to meet demand from companies looking to order food on a daily basis
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Tuesday, 23 November, 2021

ITV PLC
ITV seeks to renew lucrative horse-racing rights
Effort to secure revenue stream from events including Cheltenham, the Grand National and Royal Ascot
Saturday, 20 November, 2021

UK insurance industry
Hospitality groups serve up lawsuits in Covid insurance battle
Owners of London’s Wolseley restaurant and Slug and Lettuce chain among those embroiled in disputes
Thursday, 18 November, 2021

Playtech Ltd
Gambling specialist Playtech faces potential bidding war
Approach led by former F1 boss Eddie Jordan comes after bid from slot machine group and interest from major shareholder
Thursday, 18 November, 2021

Playtech Ltd
Playtech’s third takeover approach sets up potential bidding war
A consortium controlled by former F1 boss Eddie Jordan seeks ‘access to certain information’ on gambling tech group
Wednesday, 17 November, 2021

Soho House Ltd
Soho House to raise membership fees next year as inflation bites
Private members’ club chain cites sharply rising cost of food, drink and labour
Tuesday, 16 November, 2021

UK companies
Revolution Bars hit by higher costs of recruiting security staff
Many door workers took other jobs during lockdown or left the UK
Sunday, 14 November, 2021

Food & Beverage
Wine merchant Berry Bros celebrates sales boom
Spending increased during lockdown and has remained buoyant as customers build collections
Friday, 12 November, 2021

News in-depthUK business & economy
Waiting staff accuse restaurants of cutting their tips to pay chefs
Chains are giving kitchen workers a larger portion of service charges on bills as they struggle to fill roles since reopening
Thursday, 11 November, 2021

Travel & leisure industry
UK hospitality industry yet to recover to pre-Covid trading levels
Sales in restaurants, bars and hotels 10% below 2019 figures despite increased spending per customer
Thursday, 11 November, 2021

UK employment
Where are the UK’s 1m plus job vacancies concentrated?
Companies in several sectors are struggling to hire following the lifting of Covid restrictions
Wednesday, 10 November, 2021

J D Wetherspoon PLC
Wetherspoons hit by ‘cautious’ older customers’ reluctance to return
Sales of traditional ales and stouts down almost a third compared with 2019 over Covid fears
Monday, 8 November, 2021

Playtech Ltd
Playtech in talks over potential counterbid
Approach from Hong Kong-based shareholder Gopher comes days after £2.7bn Aristocrat offer
Monday, 8 November, 2021

The Big Read
Travel sector braces for post-pandemic world
After losing $6tn during the crisis, the industry from hotel groups to airlines must navigate a precarious-looking future
Monday, 8 November, 2021

FT SeriesTech Champions
Technology on the menu for Covid-hit restaurants
Hospitality sector turns to QR payment and employment apps to lower costs and fill gaps in staffing
Sunday, 7 November, 2021

Travel & leisure industry
UK airlines to increase flights to Greece in anticipation of tourism boom
Hundreds of thousands more seats to be available next summer
Tuesday, 2 November, 2021

Flutter Entertainment PLC
Betting group Flutter lowers full-year guidance on adverse sports results
Owner of Paddy Power to miss forecast after Dutch suspension also hits earnings