Whitbread
multinational hotel, coffee shop and restaurant company
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business Apr 30, 2026, 10:34 AM
Whitbread announces drastic job cuts in cost-saving initiative - Whitbread is cutting 3,800 jobs in the UK and Ireland as part of a five-year savings plan.
- The company plans to revamp its restaurant model to improve efficiency and guest satisfaction.
- The job cuts reflect ongoing challenges within the hospitality sector due to rising operational costs.
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business Nov 28, 2025, 2:34 PM
Whitbread faces up to £50 million cost surge due to business rates changes - Whitbread is facing significant cost increases due to changes in business rates outlined in the recent UK Budget announcement.
- The company expects to incur between £40 million and £50 million in additional costs as rateable values for its hotels rise.
- This announcement has negatively impacted Whitbread's stock, which fell by 11%, highlighting investor concerns about future profitability.
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