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Hospitality businesses: don't miss this important summer VAT update! šŸ½ļøFrom 25th June to 1st September 2026, a reduced 5...
24/06/2026

Hospitality businesses: don't miss this important summer VAT update! šŸ½ļø

From 25th June to 1st September 2026, a reduced 5% VAT rate will apply to certain childrenā€™s meals, replacing the standard 20% VAT rate for qualifying supplies.

The temporary reduction is designed to help lower the cost of family meals and activities during the school summer holidays, creating a valuable opportunity for businesses to attract families, promote dining offers, launch summer meal deals, and increase footfall.

For more information on how the changes could affect your business, read our latest blog post and sign up to our newsletter for more valuable industry updates.

22/06/2026

"What do you love most about dining out, and what would make you return?"

The answers weren't complicated - Great food & a welcoming service is what makes an experience worth repeating.

A good reminder that it's often the obvious things that turn first-time visitors into regulars!

What's the number one thing that makes you go back to a restaurant?

20/06/2026

When margins are tight, guessing gets expensive!

The difference between a business that's constantly firefighting and one that's moving forward often comes down to one thing: clarity.

Knowing where you stand today makes it so much easier to decide what happens tomorrow, and the rest of the future.

18/06/2026

We want to see you achieve your goals, and help you understand your numbers! šŸ“ˆ That's why we've built a small, agile team here at The Hospitality Accountants.

Weā€™re backed by a network of specialists, giving our clients access to the expertise they need, when they need it.

The result? Practical support, clear advice, and a complete accountancy solution designed specifically for your needs.

How we helped a hospitality business increase operating profit by 87%!Like many hospitality owners, the Phil, Lousie & t...
16/06/2026

How we helped a hospitality business increase operating profit by 87%!

Like many hospitality owners, the Phil, Lousie & the team at at Sandymount House discovered that running a successful hotel and restaurant can't be completely delegated. Every decision matters, and having the right information at the right time is key.

They needed more than year-end accounts. They needed clear, timely financial insights, hospitality-specific benchmarks, and the confidence to make informed decisions as trading conditions changed.

The result? Stronger financial control, improved margins, and an 87% increase in operating profit.

If you'd like to understand your numbers better and uncover opportunities in your business, send us a message!

Thinking of opening a cafĆ©? Hereā€™s some tips on where to start!Passion and great coffee are important, but understanding...
10/06/2026

Thinking of opening a cafĆ©? Hereā€™s some tips on where to start!

Passion and great coffee are important, but understanding your numbers is what turns a good idea into a sustainable business.

Thinking of opening a cafƩ? Here are some tips on where to start!r doors, and follow along for part 2!

"Why is a latte Ā£4?!" - It's a question coffee shops hear all the time.While Ā£4 might seem like a lot for a coffee, the ...
06/06/2026

"Why is a latte Ā£4?!" - It's a question coffee shops hear all the time.

While Ā£4 might seem like a lot for a coffee, the reality is that a large portion goes towards VAT, wages, ingredients, card fees and the day-to-day costs of keeping the doors open.

And theyā€™re not getting any cheaper.
After everything is paid, the actual profit on a Ā£4 latte is often around 53p.*

So the next time you grab a coffee from an independent hospitality business, you're supporting far more than what's in the cup.

*Figures based on estimates

VATā€™s the problem! Weā€™re supporting the campaign, spearheaded by and backed by UKHospitality, calling for VAT for hos...
02/06/2026

VATā€™s the problem!

Weā€™re supporting the campaign, spearheaded by and backed by UKHospitality, calling for VAT for hospitality to be cut to 10%.

Hospitality businesses are the heartbeat of our towns, villages and communities, but right now, many are being squeezed from every angle.

Rising costs, staffing pressures, business rates, National Insurance, energy bills and VAT all add up.

For independent pubs, cafƩs, restaurants, hotels and food businesses, the pressure is real.

A lower VAT rate would give hospitality businesses more breathing space, helping them to invest in their teams, improve their venues, keep prices fair for customers and continue playing such an important role in local communities.

We work with independent hospitality businesses every day, and we see how hard they work, how much they care, and how much they contribute.

Hospitality doesnā€™t need more pressure.
It needs backing.

Support the campaign, sign the petition, the link is in our bio šŸ‘†šŸ¼and help give independent hospitality businesses the fairer footing they deserve.

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