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Leading deposit alternative provider, flatfair, has announced a partnership with one of Europe’s largest residential landlords, Heimstaden. The move – that will be seen as something of a coup – comes at a time of significant change for the UK lettings market with rents set to continue rising while new legislation seeks to reform the sector’s entire regulatory framework. Heimstaden, which owns 156,000 apartments in 330 towns in nine countries across Europe, will use flatfair for referencing, deposit registration and deposit alternatives – utilising integrations with Homeppl, Spike and the Tenancy Deposit Scheme to streamline processes and enhance the renting…

As UKHospitality marks seven years in operation, the leading trade body has significantly grown its member representation. Over the past 18 months, the leading voice of hospitality has significantly grown its membership across all types and size of business – from independent pubs, restaurants and hotels, to major UK-wide operators. New members include the likes of the Beautiful Pubs Collective, easyHotel, Fulham Shore, Leonardo Hotels, Nutwood Pubs, Paulton’s Park, Popeye’s and Starbucks. A number of strategic affiliate partnerships with the Association for Indoor Play, the Professional Association of Self Caterers UK and the B&B Association have enabled UKHospitality to build…

Copenhagen’s green experience economy, CopenPay, is back. The goal is to raise tourists’ awareness about making more sustainable choices. This year, the initiative, which allows visitors to “pay” for experiences across the city with responsible actions, returns three times bigger, running twice as long and rewards guests who travel by train. Tourism is a major contributor to CO2 emissions and there is a need to change the mindset of tourists and encourage green choices. New research shows a large willingness among tourists to act more responsibly and leave the destination better than they found it. Last year, Copenhagen changed the…

Britain wants to travel more by train, with direct and faster journeys driving consumer preference, with 36% of Brits expect to travel more by train in the next five years. These insights comes from Hitachi’s latest annual global survey on public transport trends. The global Hitachi survey revealed that in the UK the two most likely factors to encourage British passengers to switch to rail are direct journeys (35%) and faster journeys (34%). Meanwhile, overcrowding is seen as the biggest barrier. As one of the UK’s leading train manufacturers, Hitachi can provide solutions that improve connectivity, journey times and increase capacity. Hitachi Rail’s pioneering battery…

UK visitors top Spain’s 2025 tourist tablesCosta del Sol home to 70+ golf coursesTaylor Wimpey España helps players pair the perfect course with the perfect property UK visitors are leading Spain’s international tourism figures so far this year, with 3.1 million UK residents visiting Spain during the first three months of 2025. The figures represent an increase of 4.6% compared to the same period last year according to Spain’s National Statistics Institute (INE). Many of those visiting Spain head for the Costa del Sol, where stunning beaches, plentiful sunshine and over 70 golf courses make for an idyllic and memorable holiday…

If the idea of holidaying with your entire extended family makes you instinctively reach for a gin and tonic, you’re not alone. The reality of a multigenerational getaway of grandparents, toddlers, teens, in-laws, and adult siblings all under one roof, can be challenging. But according to research led by Brooks B. Gump, a public health professor at Syracuse University, taking time off can significantly improve your physical health. His team found that people who go on holiday experience a 25% drop in metabolic syndrome risk, a group of conditions that raise the chances of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.…

In 2024, used car sales rose by 5%[1], but unlike buying a new car, purchasing a used vehicle comes with extra considerations. So, are buyers doing everything they should to make informed decisions? To find this out, temporary car insurance experts, Tempcover, surveyed 2,000 UK drivers who have purchased a used car to explore their key considerations[2], buying habits and steps they take before making a purchase. The results reveal some surprising trends, including the number of buyers who don’t always test drive the car before buying, and the number of those who later experienced issues that a test drive could have…

Whatever Kind of Dad, They Eat Free! Heavenly Desserts is marking Father’s Day 2025 with a sweet and generous offer for families across the UK. On Sunday, 15th June 2025, dads dining at any Heavenly Desserts location will receive a complimentary dessert or brunch main, as part of the brand’s celebration of father figures of all kinds. Whether he’s a DIY expert, a football enthusiast, or a thrill-seeking superdad, Heavenly Desserts is inviting guests to honour the father figures who make a difference every day. The initiative is designed to bring families together and create memorable moments over a shared…

Ahead of World Paloma Day on 22nd May, I wanted to get in touch to introduce a new tequila-less take on the classic cocktail, featuring Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop.  With the global premium gin category experiencing a resurgence and expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8% from 2024 – 2031, gin is back and it’s crashing the tequila party. Still G.I.N is the brand new, ultra smooth gin from Dre and Snoop – ready to remix cocktail culture. Crafted through a two-stage distillation process, the brand’s tangerine, jasmine, and coriander notes are perfectly suited to a zesty and refreshing…

Portable monitors and space-saving LED projectors were also announced. Acer today unveiled its new ProCreator Series monitors, designed to enhance creative workflows with Calman-verified, high-resolution displays. These monitors feature wide color gamut coverage, up to Delta E<1 color accuracy levels, and the Acer Creator Hub software. Select models come with OLED and touchscreen panels, built-in webcams for conferencing and collaboration, and compatibility with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA® G-SYNC Compatible technologies[ ]. In addition, Acer introduced a range of portable and dual-screen foldable monitors, as well as compact LED projectors, catering to diverse needs and use cases. Acer ProCreator…