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Mulberry Media Produces Leading B2B Digital News Brands Since 1997 for Specialist Business Audiences

📰 Mulberry Media, established in 1997, is a B2B media and events company. It specializes in digital news for professionals, delivering fast and insightful journalism and analysis. The company uses modern, data-led platforms to engage specialist business audiences.

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Lore Group Reports 50.91% Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Launches Water Funding Initiative

📈 In Lore Group's second ESG report, a 50.91% drop in greenhouse gas emissions is noted, with carbon intensity decreasing from 16.4kg CO2e per room in 2023 to 8.8kg in 2025. Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions declined by 45.53%, 11.56%, and 41.36%, respectively. By March, Lore funded 100 million liters of safe water through Made Blue. The group joined the Global Hotel Alliance in February 2024, enhancing its global presence.

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Scottish Government and SNP Support Campaign to Reduce Hospitality VAT to 10% Across the UK

💸 Scottish Government and SNP urge UK government to cut VAT on hospitality to 10%. Over 100 Scottish hospitality figures back the campaign, including chefs Tom Kitchin and Lorna McNee. UK Treasury lobbied via letters from Deputy First Minister Jennifer Gilruth and SNP member Calum Kerr. #VATsTheProblem campaign boasts 390,000 supporters. Previous VAT cuts during the pandemic set a precedent, but UK government remains resistant, citing cost concerns. Scottish interventions include business rates relief.

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Marco Ercolano Appointed as Pre-Opening GM for The WestDill Mayfair Hotel, Launching Colbert Collection in UK

🏨 Ercolano, a seasoned luxury hotel manager with 20 years' experience, is appointed the pre-opening general manager of The WestDill Mayfair Hotel in London, part of Minor Hotels’ Colbert Collection. He will lead operations and strategy for the hotel set to open in late 2026. Minor Hotels launched the Colbert brand in March 2026, partnering with Singapore's Royal Group for their European debut. The new hotel operates under a franchise model, maintaining individuality while leveraging Minor's commercial systems.

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Docklands and London City Airport Hotels Lead RevPAR Growth with 8.8% Increase, Boosted by Events and Demand

🏨 Hotels in Docklands and London City Airport saw an 8.8% RevPAR increase year-on-year to July, aided by a 9.2% ADR rise. ExCeL London events and stadium concerts at Wembley and Tottenham Hotspur were major contributors. Despite 650 new rooms in The City, corporate demand drove a 3% rate growth. Marylebone and Mayfair faced luxury inventory challenges and a 24% drop in Middle East arrivals at Heathrow. London Surrounding East's RevPAR declined by 7% amid intense budget hotel competition.

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St. Ermin’s Hotel Unveils £1.7m East Wing Refurbishment with 10 Rooms, Podcast Studio, and Screening Room

📅 St. Ermin’s Hotel in Westminster initiates a £1.7m refurbishment of its meeting facilities, The East Wing, unveiling mid-November. The redesign features 10 rooms, including a podcast studio and screening room, by Trevillion Interiors. The renovation pays homage to the hotel's WWII British intelligence history. Previously, a full renovation took place in 2012. In September 2025, Tom Walsh replaced Stuart Leckie as the sales director, maintaining commercial continuity. St Ermin’s ranked first in the UK on Tripadvisor in 2025.

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Blackstone Acquires Seal Bay Resort, Expanding Haven's Network to Over 40 Holiday Parks in the UK

🏖 Parent company Blackstone acquired Seal Bay Resort on England's South Coast, expanding Haven's network. Located on the Selsey peninsula, the resort includes over 2,500 pitches and will rebrand to Haven for the 2027 season. Blackstone, which bought Haven in 2021, has invested over £700m in upgrades. Recent acquisitions include Richmond Holiday Centre in 2022 and Holivans Caravan Park in 2024. Haven plans a £140m investment in 2025 after strong bookings.

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19th Century Doonwood Estate Near Hollybush, Ayrshire, Listed for Sale as Wedding Venue at £1.4 Million

🏠 The 19th Century Doonwood Estate near Hollybush, Ayrshire, is on the market for around £1.4 million. Located nine miles from Troon and 40 miles west of Glasgow, it serves as a wedding and events venue, accommodating up to 80 guests. The sale includes Doonwood Hall and two cottages. Martin Sutherland from Graham and Sibbald highlights its potential for diverse business opportunities or conversion back to a private home.

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Yotel Glasgow, a 257-Room Hotel, Joins Hilton's Global Network in September 2026 After New Collaboration

🏨 Yotel Glasgow, a 257-room hotel, is for sale near Glasgow Central Station. It will join Hilton's network in September 2026. Located at Argyle and Hope Streets, the hotel features Vega, a refurbished top-floor bar with a bowling alley, updated in 2025. The sale combines Yotel’s product with Hilton’s distribution, enhancing its market reach. Hilton previously expanded its Glasgow presence by signing a franchise with Silk Property Group in November 2022.

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Over 100 Scottish Chefs and Hospitality Leaders Urge Government to Reduce VAT to 10% in New Campaign

📝 UKHospitality and over 100 chefs and businesses across Scotland urged support for the #VATsTheProblem campaign, advocating a VAT reduction to 10%. High-profile supporters include Tom Kitchin and Lorna McNee. The campaign has over 380,000 public signatures. The push comes ahead of the UK Budget, after a previous VAT reduction to 5% in September 2020 was reversed to 20% in April 2022. The SNP's manifesto pledges lower VAT, urging joint action with the UK Government.

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