⚠️SMEs in our sector have seen a fall in bank lending as coronavirus loan schemes come to an end⚠️ Loans are needed now more than ever to keep businesses afloat at this challenging time - and to keep the economy moving morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2022/0…

Surman from Curry Life Magazine runs Deshi Spice and is one of the many #FacesBehindFood in our industry – above everything else he wants to grow his restaurant's reputation and create the best Indian dining experience there is. That’s food pride!🥘

Next up in our #FacesBehindFood campaign is Lesley, who has been working in the industry for over 25 years! For her there is no better place to be – we love to see such dedication to our sector! 🙌

A fantastic initiative from Just Eat UK 👏 The last two years have brought an array of challenges, and the current cost of doing business crisis is making post-pandemic recovery harder than ever. Support measures like this are exactly what are needed! cityam.com/just-eat-offer…

Our next #FacesBehindFood are Scott and Kayley Parkinson, from Parky’s Pics Desserts in Wigan. For Scott and Kayley, it’s all about giving back to their local community – showing the importance of so many independent food businesses to high streets up and down the UK 🙌

📈Like the Government did during the pandemic, grants should be provided to small businesses to support them through this new crisis. The framework already exists to deliver the funds. Stories like these will become an everyday occurrence without help 👇 theguardian.com/business/2022/…

Weeping Cross Fish Bar in Stafford is one of thousands of small businesses who will have to close their doors for good as energy bills rise. A temporary cut in VAT would reduce energy costs and the price of food. Liz Truss Rishi Sunak must act 👇 theguardian.com/business/2022/…

The Government has the tools at its disposal to step in and support small businesses through the #EnergyCrisis - they need only wake up to the problem and act. As our deputy chair warned, our industry faces extinction 👇 theguardian.com/money/2022/aug…

Our letter - signed by 750 takeaway owners - has sent the candidates for Prime Minister a clear message: independent takeaways can’t afford to wait. Without urgent support on rising bills, hundreds of takeaways across the UK will be forced to close thesun.co.uk/money/19643032…

While we wait for a new Prime Minister, more and more takeaway owners are facing the prospect of closing their doors in the coming weeks. Read our letter to the nation's leaders demanding urgent action to support our industry here: medium.com/@britishtakeaw…

The Government’s promise of a price cap will provide some relief for businesses but with a commitment for the cap to last only six months, this plan doesn’t provide the assurances businesses need. Time is running out for Liz Truss – real action is needed now

At The Labour Party Conference this week? Join us in conversation with SME4Labour at a private roundtable on How Labour can Support Small Hospitality Businesses Through the Cost of Living Crisis. Monday at 7.30pm, Lower Galleria Room 1, ACC Liverpool. DM us to confirm your attendance!

Reminder: at The Labour Party conference? Join us and SME4Labour at a private roundtable on How Labour can Support Small Hospitality Businesses Through the Cost of Living Crisis. 7.30pm tomorrow, Lower Galleria Room 1, ACC Liverpool. See you there!

We're at The Labour Party conference this week, advocating for the support our sector needs. Free this evening? Join us and SME4Labour to discuss supporting small hospitality businesses during the cost of living crisis. 7.30pm, Lower Galleria Room 1, ACC Liverpool. See you soon!

Fantastic conversation with Bill Esterson yesterday evening at The Labour Party Conference, discussing how Labour can support small hospitality businesses during the cost of living crisis. Lots of food for thought as we enter the challenging winter ahead

Off to Conservatives Conference in Birmingham this weekend? Make sure to check out the best takeaway spots near the conference centre, and support some local independent businesses! 👇Which will you be visiting first?

We’re saddened to hear of the passing of Ali Ahmed Aslam, the inventor of the chicken tikka masala. His born-in-Glasgow recipe has become a British classic and is a demonstration of the ingenuity of business owners and chefs in our industry. thetimes.co.uk/article/tribut…

Its National Pizza Day - the perfect excuse to get down to your local pizza house and grab a slice 🍕

Takeaways aren't just about mains - we can do desserts too! Save everyone from your questionable flipping skills this Pancake Tuesday and get down to your local dessert parlour for some tasty treats 🥞

Wishing everyone nominated for a #BritishKebabAwards well tonight - we're looking forward to what will be a night to remember with British Kebab Awards