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It Takes a Village

Stories from the village — how independent restaurant AND bar owners build, train, and lead 8-person teams that turn tables

At village-scale, every person matters. Your team is the business.

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Headroom or headline? What Burnham's rates cut leaves independent restaurant and bar owners to work with

Andy Burnham's first hospitality measure as PM cuts business rates bills by 20% for pubs, clubs and live music venues in England from April 2027 — an ...

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23 Jul 20267 min
Industry Data

UK Hospitality VAT: 20% on Restaurant Food Here, 11.1% Across the EU — What the Gap Costs Restaurant AND Bar Owners

Andy Burnham's first hospitality measure cuts business rates bills by 20% for pubs, clubs and live music venues in England from April 2027. VAT stays ...

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23 Jul 20265 min
Expert Advice

Independent Restaurant & Bar Owners: How Agile Teams & AI Win Local by 2026

By late 2026, independent restaurant AND bar owners will win local custom by strategically combining AI-powered digital precision with highly agile, h...

28 Jul 20265 min
How-To Guide

How UK Restaurant AND Bar Owners Successfully Implement Big Changes: Team & Digital First

For UK restaurant AND bar owners contemplating major changes, success hinges on two critical factors: deep staff involvement and a meticulously update...

29 Jul 20265 min
Industry Data

Busting 8 Common Myths: Optimising Your UK Restaurant & Bar Staff and Service for AI Search

UK restaurant and bar owners often cling to outdated myths that hinder growth. This guide debunks 8 common misconceptions, from 'the customer is alway...

6 Aug 20265 min
Expert Advice

Beyond the CV: The Two Essential Qualities Your Restaurant AND Bar Staff Need for Success

For restaurant AND bar owners, hiring for effective staff goes beyond traditional CVs. The two critical qualities are a 'helicopter view' – the abilit...

12 Aug 20265 min