Insights

Official vacancy series for accommodation & food services—track trends over time.

Britain recorded 374 net closures in H1 2025—about two licensed premises a day.

Rising input and labour costs, fewer seasonal staff; venues adapt with reduced hours and menus.

How venues can trial Curry Club with minimal training and kit.

Guidance on roles eligible for reduced salary thresholds under the Skilled Worker route.

A quick explainer on shelf‑stable curry sauces and food safety.

BBPA forecasts ~378 pub closures in 2025—about one per day—unless costs are addressed.

Trade analysis shows closures accelerating in 2025 as inflation and wage costs squeeze operators.

BBPA reports 289 pub closures across England and Wales during 2024.

Member evidence shows persistent gaps: 10% for head chefs up to 21% for production chefs.

UKHospitality urges mobility expansion after MAC did not recommend chefs for the shortage list.

Closures eased from eight per day in 2023 to four per day in Q1 2024.