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flag UK hospitality sector shrinks 14.2% since pandemic, losing 374 venues by June 2025.

flag In the first half of 2025, the UK's hospitality sector saw two venues close daily, with 374 fewer operating by June. flag The sector is 14.2% smaller than before the pandemic, largely due to increased employment costs. flag Restaurants and smaller businesses have been the hardest hit, with food-led venues contracting by 2.9% in the last year. flag The industry calls for government support to alleviate costs and prevent further closures and job losses.

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