Budget 2025: How it impacts the Hospitality sector
The Budget confirms what operators have been feeling for months: labour costs are rising, tax burdens are heavier, and consumer confidence is shaky.
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Give staff greater visibility of shifts available to work, with a simple "shift claim" process to increase their income.
Improve employee engagement and retention with a seamless employee communication platform.
Happier staff provide greater customer experiences, which in turn drives return rates, revenues and recommendations.
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