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Practical tips and advice to help hotel, restaurant, pub and café owners understand their numbers and grow their business.

⏰ UrgentFinance & Costs28 March 2026·8 min read

How the Iran Conflict Is Impacting UK Hospitality Businesses — And What You Can Do About It

The conflict that broke out on 28 February 2026 is already affecting food supply chains, energy costs and consumer confidence. Here's what every hotel, restaurant, pub and café owner needs to know.

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⏰ UrgentFinance & Costs24 March 2026·7 min read

April 2026: What UK Hospitality Owners Need to Know Right Now

National Living Wage rises 4.1%, business rates change dramatically and the Employment Rights Bill lands — all in the same month. Here's what it means for your margins and what to do now.

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⏰ UrgentTax & Compliance24 March 2026·6 min read

Making Tax Digital: 13 Days to Go — Is Your Hospitality Business Ready?

MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment goes live on 6 April 2026. If you're a sole trader or landlord earning over £50,000, this affects you directly. Here's what you need to know — and do — before the deadline.

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Finance Basics18 March 2026·5 min read

Understanding Gross Profit in Hospitality: Why GP% Is Your Most Important Number

Gross profit percentage is the single most important metric for any hospitality business. Here's how to calculate it, benchmark it and improve it.

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Cashflow10 March 2026·4 min read

5 Cashflow Mistakes That Can Sink a Hospitality Business

Cash is king in hospitality. We see these five cashflow mistakes time and again — and they're all avoidable with the right planning.

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Growth3 March 2026·6 min read

When Should a Hospitality Business Hire a Finance Director?

You don't need to be a huge chain to benefit from FD-level insight. Here are the signs it's time to bring in expert financial support.

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