The situation in restaurants across the British Isles is becoming increasingly difficult. It turns out that many entrepreneurs end up running businesses.
Anyone who thought the biggest drama for entrepreneurs happened during the coronavirus pandemic was wrong. It turns out that the problems are now starting to get worse. There is growing talk about the dire situation of restaurants in the British Isles. Up to 10 places disappear there every day.
Restaurants on the islands are going out of business. There are many reasons
Current bankruptcies in the UK are linked to high rents, energy prices and employee costs. Another problem is the low booking level. All this should cause inflation and Brexit. Owners of bars, cafes, pubs and restaurants across the UK are complaining about the consequences.
According to foreign industry media reports, the number of licensed premises in the UK fell from 103,682 to 99,916, i.e. by approximately 3.6%. These statistics show that more than 10 establishments closed every day. The latest figures from consultancy group CGA show that number has fallen below 100,000 for the first time in the study’s history. Hoteliers are facing a similar problem.
Even well-known restaurateurs are reporting a decline
According to independent.co.uk, many well-known and respected restaurateurs are also complaining about the poor situation in their restaurants. They should not completely disappear from the market yet, but they are recording significant losses. “My company has lost over £1 million since the pandemic began,” said Tom Kerridge, a renowned chef and restaurateur.
It turns out the entrepreneur isn’t helped by the fact that his Kerridge pub, The Hand & Flowers in Marlow, is the only one in the UK to be awarded two Michelin stars. It turns out that last year it was 700 percent. increasing utility bills, and this can defeat even the rich. Ultimately, costs have a huge impact on his business, which includes seven restaurants and pubs. The man said he has lost more than £1 million since the start of the pandemic. “This is absolutely suffocating us. The industry really needs help and quickly,” Kerridge told independent.co.uk.
Source: Wprost
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