UKHospitality Christmas Lunch 2024 Brochure by Mondiale Media

Christmas Lunch

17 December 2024

Key hospitality facts and figures

Foreword

Welcome to UKHospitality’s Christmas lunch – the biggest and best hospitality networking event that brings together every part of the sector.

I know that this year has brought its challenges and that many of you will be looking ahead to next year with trepidation, due to the enormous costs being levelled on the sector.

Rest assured, UKHospitality remains the leading trade body fighting on behalf of the sector at the highest levels of Government to secure meaningful change.

This year alone, we’ve met 80 MPs and secured more than 13,500 articles to make the case on your behalf.

I think we can all agree however that there is much to celebrate about hospitality, and that is why we’re all here today.

It’s right that we take time out to recognise what we deliver for our communities, our teams and our customers as the lynchpin of the everyday economy, serving Britain.

I hope you enjoy today and thank you for your enduring support.

KateNichollsOBE ChiefExecutive,UKHospitality

Policy wins Our achievements in 2024

Secured a permanently lower level of business rates for 99% of hospitality businesses

Secured a key commitment in Labour manifesto to reform apprenticeship levy

Made substantive changes to Labour’s Employment Rights programme to reflect hospitality business needs, specifically movement from a ban on all zero hours contracts for employees and banning exploitative contracts

Avoided an outdoor smoking ban for hospitality

Secured continued business rates relief until 2026

UK Government to introduce a mandatory register of short-term lets

Appointed sole business voice to the Covid-19 inquiry - no other industry is directly represented in this way

Martyn’s Law to allow bespoke and flexible measures determined by the venue. Standard tier capacity threshold increased from 100 to 200

Deposit Return Scheme delayed until 2027 and commitment to pursue improved treatment of businesses

Blanket extended licensing hours for Euro’s final

Secured flexible approach to new tipping laws

Secured expanded access to the Energy Ombudsman, with new rules to make brokers more transparent and changes to improve treatment of businesses

Commencement of a permanent low-cost pavement licensing scheme

Supported businesses affected by riots through support hub

Hospitality Skills Passport launched

Key commitments in Conservative manifesto including to fix the unfair burden of business rates and pledge to review of the nighttime economy

72 pieces of member guidance accommodation BIDs, copyright, PPL, managing Euro success, calorie labelling, tipping, support hub for hospitality businesses affected by riots, pavement licensing, Martyn’s law and much more...

18 webinars

food and drink trends, recycling legislation, Budget, Employment Rights Bill, cutting costs and carbon, nighttime safety, tipping, General Election, tipping and much more...

2,102 events attendees workforce and skills, summer conference, Christmas lunch, sustainability seminar, regional dinners, Scotland networking and much more...

2,512 webinar attendees

50 MPvisitssincetheGeneralElection

1,426 articles in national media

13,469 totalarticles acrosstheUK 30 Morethan mentionsofUKHospitality inParliamentthisyear 12 meetingswithnewGovernment MinisterssincetheGeneralElection

Time to Discover Something New

Proud Partner of UKHospitality

Better solutions to keep businesses moving forward

Connectivity and content to help you grow

Only A Pavement Away is the charity that supports people looking to rebuild their lives through employment opportunities in hospitality.

Only A Pavement Away offers bespoke job matching, financial grants, and learning programs to upskill individuals, along with ongoing support to ensure long-term stability and well-being in employment. 600 600 2,600 2,600

To date we have placed 600 Members into careers in hospitality and helped another 2600 candidates through training and workshops.

HOW IT WORKS HOW IT WORKS

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We’re a charity and rely on donations. Scan the QR code to learn more about us or to make a donation...

Get in touch:

Charity Number: 1178082

workwithus@onlyapavementaway.co.uk

"I just can’t believe how much support the charity has given me both inside and outside work. This charity has given me hope"

Only A Pavement Away Member

HOW TO BID IN THE SILENT AUCTION

Scan the QR code on your mobile phone to be taken through to our auction website.

Browse through the items available. For more information and images of each item simply tap on the item.

If you are not signed in already click the sign in button and follow the easy steps to create an account.

Once signed in simply amend the amount you want to bid and press place bid. Place your top bid to be in with a chance of winning.

Congratulations! Your bid has been accepted.

When the auction closes you will be sent a congratulatory message if you are one of our winners!

Network: UKHXMAS Password: Hospitality24 Wifi Details

A one night stay at The Swan Hotel, Bibury, in a classic double room, inclusive of dinner, bed and breakfast for two guests fullersbrewery.co.uk

Four tickets in the BrewDog Box at Lord’s for the England vs India Test Match on Sunday 13 July 2025 brewdog.com

BY Two tickets to see Teddy Swims on 16 March 2025 at the Co-Op Live Arena, Manchester britvic.com

BY A themed champagne afternoon for two in the Homage Restaurant at The Waldorf, Hilton

A race day hospitality experience at Lingfield Park, Surrey on 2nd August 2025. Includes a two night stay at Lingfield Park Marriott Hotel and Country Club, with breakfast, dinner on Friday night, access to Interlace’s box on Saturday including drinks and dinner, followed by post-race entertainment

BY A 4 ball (18 holes of golf for four people) at Woodsome Hall Golf Club, Huddersfield brewfitt.com interlacecreativeprint.co.uk

Auction prizes

A flight for two in the Thatchers hot air balloon with an overnight stay for two at our onsite pub. Please note that this will be for the 2025 flight season. Value of meal and drinks to £150.

Cirque du Soleil presents: Corteo

10 seats in the Diageo Box at the Royal Albert Hall on Saturday 1 February at 7.30pm

A Parkdean Resorts holiday within the UK up to the value of £2,000

A two night for stay for two people in a double room at Hilton Liverpool City Centre with breakfast included

britvic.com All money raised will be donated to

Four tickets to any show in 2025 at the Ovo Wembley Arena

Two tickets to the Cheltenham Gold Cup 2025, including a one night hotel stay and a WKD Chauffeur to take you to and from the venue

Hospitality Rides to Taiwan in 2025

Hospitality Rides 2025 brings together industry leaders from across the hospitality industry to raise vital funds for The Licensed Trade Charity and Only a Pavement Away. These charities tirelessly work to provide support, assistance and opportunities to vulnerable individuals within the hospitality industry, including those facing poverty, homelessness and other challenges.

Please scan the QR code and donate to support our Chief Operating Officer Jackie Marlow and the rest of the team as they navigate through an aweinspiring expedition through Taiwan for a good cause.

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Cloudy Lemon, Blood Orange & Apple & Blackcurrant are no.1 new cider product launches of 2022, 2023 & 2024.1

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Betts FDF

Blakeley William Reed

Burquier Pizza Hut

Cassidy Hilton

Chris Duffet William Reed

Simon Emeny Fuller, Smith & Turner 103-106 Paul

Graham Britvic Soft Drinks 103-106 Fraser

103-106 Steve

103-106 Bob

103-106 Mark

103-106 Rita

103-106 Keith

103-106 Mark

103-106 Greg

103-106 Jackie

103-106 Peter

103-106 Christine

103-106 Ranjit

Grieve Scotch Whisky Association

Holmes Azzuri Group

Ivall Mitchells & Butlers

Kent Scotch Whisky Association

King APPBG

Knowles Beds & Bars

Lewis Hospitality Action

Mangham Only a Pavement Away

Marlow UKHospitality

Martin

Peach 20/20 & Atlantic Club

Martin Peach 20/20

Mathrani MW Eat 103-106 Aiden McAuley ACCOR

103-106 Liam

103-106 Stuart

103-106 Joby

103-106 Kate

103-106 Steve

103-106 Martin

103-106 Catherine

103-106 Ivan

103-106 Allen

103-106 Leon

103-106 Richard

McCloy FleishmanHilliard

McLean Zonal

Mortimer The Licensed Trade Charity

Nicholls UKHospitality

Richards Parkdean Resorts UK

Robinson Travelodge

Roe Elior

Schofield Hollywood Bowl

Simpson UKHospitality

Thompson UKHospitality

Toomer

Tourism Alliance

103-106 Damian Walsh CGA

103-106 Chris

103-106 Lucy

Wayne-Wills Crerar Hotels

Welham The Licensed Trade Charity

Williams HM Treasury

Scotland’s thriving hospitality industry

Scotland’s hospitality industry is at the heart of our culture.

Representing diverse businesses across Scotland

We represent a diverse range of businessesfrom small operators in the Highlands to large multi-site organisations across the UK. With a collective voice representing over 150 members and 8,000 venues, we work to influence policy and lobby the Scottish Government on your behalf, ensuring the best outcomes for your business.

Advocating for positive policy change and best outcomes

We understand that navigating the complex regulatory landscape can be challenging, which is why we advocate on behalf of our industry and influence policy decisions that affect our members.

Wins

Commitment for businesses to recover costs in Edinburgh visitor levy scheme, representation on form, half of funds raised to be spent on culture, heritage, events and destination management

SNP manifesto commits to lower rate of VAT for hospitality

Hosted two networking events attended by over 60 members and MSPs

With over 200,000 people employed in the Scottish hospitality sector and an economic contribution of £9billion, we know that our industry is a vital part of the Scottish economy - and we’re here to ensure that it continues to thrive.

Supporting hospitality businesses in Wales

The hospitality industry is a fundamental part of Welsh culture, from the vibrant restaurants in our cities to the picturesque hotels that attract millions of visitors to our breathtaking coastline and countryside each year. UKHOSPITALITY CYMRU

Representing diverse businesses across Wales

Our members range from small, dynamic independent businesses to major multi-site brand names across the country and we work collectively to influence policy and lobby the Welsh Government on behalf of our members.

Advocating for positive policy change and best outcomes

We work with leading businesses across Wales to advocate on behalf of the industry and influence policy decisions that affect our members.

WinsWelsh Government to introduce a registration scheme to bring short-term lets up to the standard of the established accommodation sector

Legislative changes in Wales paving the way for a lower level of business rates

Taking the lead role of Food 7 Cymru to bring together the farm-to-fork sector to campaign on vital issues for the industry

With over 165,000 people employed in the Welsh hospitality sector and an economic contribution of £4billion, we know that our industry is a crucial part of the Welsh economy – and we’re here to ensure that it continues to thrive.

Meet the UKHospitality team

Our team is here to help and support your business.

Executive team

Kate

Marketing and communications Finance

Membership

Policy

BeckyKeilty Head of Commercial

SallyMargetts Membership Executive

DavidSheen Public Affairs Director

LukeCheadle Public Affairs and Policy Manager

ChrisDempsey-Doyle Membership Manager

CharlotteFrench Team Assistant

JimCathcart Policy Director

RubySampson Public Affairs and Policy Executive

JamesEasom Membership ManagerSuppliers and Partners

JaslinUddin CRM and Data Assistant

SandraKelly Skills Director

HannahAdlam Events and Special Projects Manager

JackQuick Policy Manager

RECEIVEDEDICATEDSUPPORT

Operator member benefits

UKHospitality is the single voice for the hospitality sector, representing every corner of the industry. Member focused and community driven, we are the collective voice campaigning for positive change: for people, for businesses, and for the future of hospitality.

BEPARTOFTHEVOICEOFTHESECTOR

By joining UKHospitality, you ensure that your industry has one voice. We champion your needs under one collective voice, and you strengthen our cause by adding weight to that voice in our work with government.

INFLUENCEPOLICYANDLEGISLATION

Our campaign agenda influences national and local policy and legislation, enabling you to shape your business operations across the UK.

RECEIVEUPDATESONKEYDEVELOPMENTS

We make sure that you and your teams are kept informed of key industry developments through our weekly newsletters and regular bulletins, with information regarding our work, updates and government guidance.

Our team is on here to support you, provide one-to-one advice and develop guidance on changing regulations and specific business issues. We also offer access to helplines and a carbon calculator through our trusted partners.

BENEFITFROMOURSUPPLIEROFFERS

Our members enjoy access to exclusive discounts from our trusted supplier members on a range of essential products and services including accounting, recruitment, legal, technology and more to help your business.

TAKEADVANTAGEOFOURPRIMARY AUTHORITY

All members benefit from our Primary Authority partnership to agree Assured Advice on key issues such as environmental health, food safety, trading standards and fire safety.

BEPARTOFOURCOMMUNITY

Our online community allows members to access exclusive resources, connect with other members, actively participate and keep your details up to date for targeted newsletters.

ATTENDOUREXCLUSIVEEVENTS

You have exclusive access to book tickets to our events, giving you the opportunity to network with a wide audience of senior stakeholders and peers.

GAININSIGHTSANDINTELLIGENCE

Our specialists on topics such as employment policy, skills and food offer invaluable insight and advice, alongside webinars, reports, guides and toolkits to support members.

STARTER

Gin cured salmon

Warm horseradish croquette, baby turnips, lemon crème fraiche, avocado purée

Wine: Weingut Stift Goettweig

Grüner Veltliner 12.0% ABV

Drinks List

MOLSON COORS ON DRAUGHT:

Doom Bar Amber Ale 4.3% ABV

Aspall Cyder 4.5% ABV

Coors 4.0% ABV

Carling 4.0% ABV

Pravha 4.0% ABV

GARNISHES PROVIDED BY

THATCHERS ON DRAUGHT:

Madrí Excepcional 4.6% ABV

WKD

WKD Le Bleu 3.4% ABV

WKD Highland Brew 3.4% ABV

WKD Vibe Tiny Colada 15% ABV

NO & LOW: Thatchers Zero

Cider 0.05% ABV

Thatchers Blood Orange

Cider 4.0% ABV

Thatchers Apple & Blackcurrant

Cider 4.0% ABV

Thatchers Cloudy Lemon

WKD Vibe ‘Lil Lagoon 15% ABV

WKD Vibe Baby G 15% ABV

DIAGEO CASAMIGOS

Casamigos Cucumber & Jalapeño

Margarita 17.4% ABV

Casamigos Paloma 9.5% ABV with London Essence Pink Grapefruit Crafted Soda

Casamigos & Tonic 10.0% ABV with London Essence Blood Orange & Elderflower Tonic Water

Cider 4.0% ABV

JÄGERMEISTER

Jägermeister Ice Cold Shot 35.0% ABV

Jägermeister Cold Brew Coffee Ice Cold Shot 33.0% ABV

Jägermeister Mule 5.8% ABV

Jägermeister Cold Brew Coffee Espresso Maritini 14.3% ABV

BREWDOG ON DRAUGHT:

BrewDog Cold Beer 3.4% ABV

BrewDog Hazy Jane 5.0% ABV

NO & LOW: BrewDog Punk

AF 0.5% ABV

BrewDog Wingman Session

IPA 4.3% ABV

TARQUIN’S CORNISH GIN

Tarquin’s & Tonic 10.5% ABV

Tarquin’s Cornish Dry Gin with London Essence Indian Tonic

Tarquin’s Cornish Blush 9.5% ABV

Tarquin’s Rhubarb & Raspberry Gin with London Essence Raspberry & Rose Crafted Soda

MAIN BAR

GARNISHES PROVIDED BY

DIAGEO GUINNESS ON DRAUGHT:

Guinness 4.1% ABV

NO & LOW: Guinness 0.0% ABV

MAISON MIRABEAU

Mirabeau La Folie Sparkling

BELUGA VODKA

Wine 12.0% ABV

FORTITUDE HAWKSBILL SPICED RUM

Cuba Libre 8.8% ABV

Mango Spiced Mojito 8.8% ABV with London Essence Soda Water

Beluga Espresso Martini 16.0% ABV

Beluga Collins 12.0% ABV with London Essence Blood Orange & Elderflower Tonic

Christmas Punch 13.5% ABV with London Essence Raspberry & Rose Crafted Soda

Spiced Pineapple Rum Punch 8.8% ABV

ALCOHOL-FREE

SEEDLIP ALCOHOL-FREE

NO & LOW: Panoma 0% ABV

Seedlip Spice 94 with London Essence Pink Grapefruit Crafted Soda

NO & LOW: Garden Spritz 0% ABV

Seedlip Garden 108 with London Essence Blood Orange & Elderflower Tonic

NO & LOW: Grove & Tonic 0% ABV

Seedlip Grove 42 with London Essence Indian Tonic

BRITVIC

Assorted Soft Drinks

LONDON ESSENCE

London Essence Raspberry & Rose Crafted Soda

London Essence Aromatic Orange & Fig Crafted Soda

London Essence White Peach & Jasmine Crafted Soda

NESTLÉ WATERS

Acqua Panna Natural Spring Water

San Pellegrino Sparkling Natural

WHEN THE MOUNTAINS TURN BLUE IT’S READY TO ENJOY

Supplier member benefits

BEPARTOFTHEVOICEOFTHESECTOR

Be part of the body that represents your sector in which you operate. UKHospitality is the trusted industry body and voice of the hospitality sector, lobbying government to shape policies that influence the future of the hospitality industry. Together, we are unified.

RAISEYOURBRANDAWARENESS

Raise awareness of your brand and position yourself as a thought-leader in the industry by promoting your company using bespoke and curated social media and advertising campaigns.

FEATUREINTHESUPPLIERDIRECTORY

Feature in our exclusive supplier directory, and receive greater visibility amongst our members with our enhanced profiles including links to your company details, articles and social media platforms.

DELIVERANEXCLUSIVEOFFERORDISCOUNT

Connect with our operator members by delivering exclusive offers or discounts to your products or services in our website members area or our bespoke member services emails.

GAININSIGHTSANDINTELLIGENCEINTO THE SECTOR

Stay informed of developments and lead decision making with knowledge and insight, helping shape the improvement of the industry. Membership to UKHospitality provides advice, guidance and leadership on the issues that matter to hospitality.

GAINACCESSTOMEMBER-ONLYEVENTS

Network with other members at our exclusive invite-only events, with the additional option to showcase your brand through paid sponsorship opportunities.

ATTENDOURWEBINARS

Gain knowledge by attending our frequently held webinars, covering a variety of topics to keep you informed. Our webinars are positioned to deliver relevant and timely information.

BEPARTOFOURCOMMUNITY

Learn, share and collaborate with likeminded peers and colleagues in our online community, fostering growth and relevance in the industry

ACCESSOURHELPLINES

Get advice on a range of issues from our helplines.

PROVIDEINSIGHTSTOOPERATORS

Help to drive industry innovation through your product launches and developments.

Simon Brodkin

Acclaimed comedian and “the world’s most famous blagger”, Simon Brodkin is fresh off a sold-out, critically acclaimed 120-date international tour with his latest show, Screwed Up. The show has been extended 4 times due to overwhelming demand, with an additional 20 dates added – including 3 sold out shows at London’s Hammersmith Apollo. Simon performed on the highly prestigious Royal Variety Performance, adding to his many television appearances include Live at the Apollo and Sunday Night at the Palladium, as well as his own documentary Britain’s Greatest Hoaxer on Channel 4.

Simon hit global headlines multiple times for his highprofile stunts, including handing Theresa May a P45 during her speech at the Conservative Party Conference, showering disgraced FIFA president Sepp Blatter with bank notes, crashing Donald Trump’s golf course opening, and going on Britain’s Got Talent as the ultraorthodox Jewish rapper Steven Goldblatt – fooling Simon Cowell and the other judges to win four ‘yeses’. Britain’s Greatest Hoaxer was nominated for best Documentary at the Monte Carlo TV Festival Golden Nymph Awards 2018. Recently, Simon broke records on TikTok with one of his videos reaching over 40 million views, making it the most viewed video by any British comedian ever.’