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Campaigners who want to reduce the rate of VAT for the hospitality sector are launching a national day of action with the aim of getting thousands of pubs and restaurants across the country to lower their prices for one day only.

Paul Walsh confirmed as Compass chairman

Compass Group has confirmed the appointment of Paul Walsh as chairman.

Restaurant Associates launches events caterer Radish

Restaurant Associates, the executive dining arm Compass Group, has launched a high end events business called Radish

Aramark's Chef Direct distribution deal slashes road miles

Aramark has reduced road miles by 50% and the number of deliveries across its UK portfolio by 60% thanks to a supply and distribution deal with Chef Direct.

Talkington Bates wins Dorset business centre catering contract

Independent contract caterer Talkington Bates has won a catering contract worth £500,000 at Discovery Court Business Centre in Dorset

Wilson Vale appoints new operations director

Leicestershire-based catering business Wilson Vale has appointed Alan Beddie as operations director in a bid to strengthen the business through its growth and development.

High Table director Julian Rowe dies

Julian Rowe, a leading light in the contract catering industry, has died aged 75.

FCSI appoints Niccola Boyd-Stevenson as new chairman

Niccola Boyd-Stevenson (pictured), managing director of Panache Consultancy, has been appointed chairman of the Foodservice Consultants Society International, UK and Ireland (FCSI).

Paul Walsh of Diageo expected to become new chairman of Compass

Paul Walsh, the chief executive of drinks giant Diageo, is set to be appointed chairman of the UK’s largest foodservice company, the Compass Group.

What's on the menu - Jay Rayner and AA Gill have differing views on Newman Street Tavern

Round up of the latest restaurant and hotel reviews

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