Chef Tom Kerridge warns rising costs threaten UK pubs and restaurants
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 07:40 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
Celebrity chef Tom Kerridge told the Independent that many pubs, restaurants and hotel chains face sharply higher costs this month, casting doubt on the sector's future. He and other industry insiders expressed concern that the financial pressure could force closures and reduce services across the UK hospitality scene.
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