Reading Time: 5 minutesUK: In the Spring Budget 2024, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt revealed the government will freeze alcohol duty and cut National Insurance, as well as raise the VAT threshold for small businesses to £90,000.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteNew Zealand: Flexible accommodation operator Urban Rest has made its debut in New Zealand with the opening of Urban Rest Sylvia Park in Auckland.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: Hospitality company Hilton Hotels & Resorts has signed a franchise agreement with developer JMK Group to launch Home2 Suites by Hilton Dublin City Centre in 2025.
Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Hospitality management company Cycas has appointed three members to its leadership team.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Netherlands: Amsterdam-based hospitality cloud Mews has become a unicorn, valued at $1.2 billion following its latest funding round of $110 million from existing and new investors.
Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Cheltenham-based operator Beechurst Serviced Apartments has achieved B Corp certification, becoming one of the first serviced apartment providers in the UK to do so.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: Radisson Hotel Group has signed its first UK serviced apartments in Glasgow, with a target opening of 2027.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: Representation company HotelREZ has welcomed the return of Sharon Rubin in a new role as VP product development, as well as appointed two senior bizdev team members.
Reading Time: 2 minutesWorldwide: The Ascott Limited has achieved a record year of property openings and fee earnings (S$331 million), and has kickstarted 2024 with the launch of ‘Ascott Unlimited’ to support future growth.
Reading Time: 2 minutesEU: Aparthotel brand Adagio has outlined its 2024 openings including the launch of its coliving concept in the UK.
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