Coronavirus

The Caterer takes the Coronavirus (COVID-19) very seriously. The epidemic and it's consequences including the steps taken to combat the virus has a serious impact on the hospitality sector. We try to collect all information and do what The Caterer does the best: provide guidance and shine light on ways how we can survive and emerge stronger at the end.

We are in this together.

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Friends in need: How chefs and operators are helping others during this tricky situation

09 April 2020 by Michelle Diederichs

Although this crisis is causing chaos for hospitality operators, some are choosing to dust themselves off and step up, using their resources to help those who need it most

Wagamama owner looks to share placing to ensure "sufficient liquidity" through coronavirus crisis

08 April 2020 by Emma Lake

The Restaurant Group has announced that it will carry out a placing of new ordinary shares to provide the company with “sufficient” liquidity to continue to operate through the coronavirus crisis.

Lockdown will be extended in Wales next week, says first minister

Lockdown will be extended in Wales next week, says first minister

08 April 2020 by Jennie Milsom

Sodexo teams mobilised to support NHS Covid-19 drive-through testing centres

Sodexo teams mobilised to support NHS Covid-19 drive-through testing centres

08 April 2020 by Jennie Milsom

Tourism minister launches £1.3m fund to support Destination Management Organisations

Tourism minister launches £1.3m fund to support Destination Management Organisations

08 April 2020 by Katherine Price

Stonegate manager uses time furloughed to 3D print PPE for the NHS

Stonegate manager uses time furloughed to 3D print PPE for the NHS

08 April 2020 by James Stagg

An urgent plea from Springboard’s CEO, Anne Pierce

An urgent plea from Springboard’s CEO, Anne Pierce

07 April 2020 by Anne Pierce

We are all seeing and feeling the devastating impact that COVID-19 is having on people’s everyday[...]

Government urged to reconsider as HMRC suggests furlough pay will not include tronc

Government urged to reconsider as HMRC suggests furlough pay will not include tronc

07 April 2020 by Katherine Price

According to a government spokesperson, the 80% of average wages the government will cover for furloughed[...]

Kate Nicholls: 'The government really does need to act now, otherwise the administrations will continue'

07 April 2020 by Emma Lake

Kate Nicholls, chief executive of UK Hospitality, has led the charge as the industry battles to[...]

Airbnb disables booking function over ‘Covid-19 retreats’ criticism

Airbnb disables booking function over ‘Covid-19 retreats’ criticism

07 April 2020 by Katherine Price

Airbnb has disabled its ‘instant book’ function to stop non-key workers from booking properties following an[...]

Inside track: Strange times bring us together, says Wendy Bartlett

Organisations need to be there for their teams during this difficult time, says Wendy Bartlett"

07 April 2020 by Wendy Bartlett

Hobart engineer taskforce prioritises NHS and emergency services

Hobart engineer taskforce prioritises NHS and emergency services

06 April 2020

by Lisa Jenkins

Equipment supplier Hobart has created a UK-wide engineer taskforce which has volunteered to remain operational, ensuring they can provide a priority service to key worker sites.

Leon's campaign to help thousands of NHS workers 'find food confidently' nears target

Leon's campaign to help thousands of NHS workers 'find food confidently' nears target

06 April 2020

by Jennie Milsom

Leon’s campaign to raise £1m to fund thousands of hot meals a day for NHS staff is nearing its target.

FWD's David Visick: 'This is not a supply chain that can pause, let alone come to a sudden catastrophic stop'

FWD's David Visick: 'This is not a supply chain that can pause, let alone come to a sudden catastrophic stop'

06 April 2020 by Lisa Jenkins

David Visick, director of communications at the Federation of Wholesale Distributors, (FWD), shares his thoughts on[...]

How to... survive the coronavirus cash crunch

How to... survive the coronavirus cash crunch

06 April 2020 by Lisa Jenkins

Businesses are experiencing unprecedented disruption, but there are practical steps that operators can take to preserve[...]

UKHospitality concerned over decision to hibernate Marketing Edinburgh

UKHospitality concerned over decision to hibernate Marketing Edinburgh

06 April 2020 by Jennie Milsom

UKHospitality has voiced concerns over the City of Edinburgh Council's decision to put Marketing Edinburgh into[...]

Wagamama owner unveils survival package of board pay cuts and extended credit

Wagamama owner unveils survival package of board pay cuts and extended credit

06 April 2020 by Emma Lake

The Restaurant Group, behind brands including Wagamama and Frankie & Benny’s, has unveiled a survival package[...]

Coeliac UK launches appeal for support during coronavirus crisis

National charity Coeliac UK has launched an appeal to raise funds to enable it to continue its support of those with coeliac disease during the coronavirus crisis."

06 April 2020 by Lisa Jenkins

Two Best Western hotels to be first turned into discharge hospitals

Two Best Western hotels to be first turned into discharge hospitals

03 April 2020

by Katherine Price

Two Best Western hotels in Dorset will be the first in the UK to be turned into discharge hospitals to support low risk -atients and care workers to reduce pressure on the NHS during the coronavirus crisis.

Antonio Carluccio Foundation extends grants to £500,000

Antonio Carluccio Foundation extends grants to £500,000

03 April 2020

by Katherine Price

The Antonio Carluccio Foundation, established by the late restaurateur, will be awarding grants this year of up to £500,000 in response to the impact the coronavirus crisis has had on the hospitality industry.

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