Announcements: July 2011

The British Hospitality Association has signed up to deliver a physical activity guidelines pledge in support of the government’s Responsibility Deal which aims to improve health levels. New physical activity guidelines published by the four UK Chief Medical Officers cover early years, children and young people, adults, and older adults. This is the first time UK-wide physical activity guidelines have been produced and the first time guidelines have been issued in the …

“Media campaign will benefit us all” – Ufi Ibrahim The BHA welcomes Caterer & Hotelkeeper’s campaign to reduce the rate of VAT on accommodation. “This media campaign will benefit us all by raising awareness of the uncompetitive rates of UK accommodation, attractions and restaurant establishments compared with our main European rivals,” says Ufi Ibrahim, chief executive. “The Caterer’s efforts will also complement the BHA’s VAT campaign which continues to pressure government to …