Pubs, bars and hotels report ‘Burnham bounce’ in optimism but call for further tax relief

Sentiment in hospitality and brewing sectors more positive since business rates action, trade bodies’ survey finds Business live – latest updates Pubs, bars and hotels have reported a “Burnham bounce” in optimism as a result of the prime minister’s overtures to the sector, polling suggests, but they warn that the goodwill could evaporate without further tax relief. Andy Burnham has positioned himself as a staunch ally of the UK’s hospitality industry before and since his arrival at No 10, a...

By Rob Davies