I Just Want to Cook – Do I Really Need to Worry About All This Risk Stuff?

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I didn’t get into catering to write disclaimers and...

Why food businesses should back local cheesemakers

As we start to think about festive specials and our own Christmas cheese boards NCASS invited the...

Autumn Budget 2025 – Our Statement

This long-awaited Budget offered little support and no solutions for independent hospitality businesses. The uncertainty...

Empower Independents – Letter to the Chancellor

NCASS continues to lobby government for the changes and support we need to see for...

Discover Birmingham Wholesale Market: A Smart Choice for Your Food Business

As an independent food or drink business owner, finding reliable suppliers who understand your needs...

How to Make Christmas Experiential Work for Your Hospitality Business

As an independent hospitality operator in the UK, Christmas is your moment to outshine the...

Stand Out This Christmas: How Seasonal Menus Can Give Your Independent Venue the Edge

The festive period is make-or-break for hospitality businesses across the UK. Whilst the chains roll...

Bira launches 2025 Love Your High Street Week to celebrate and support independent retailers

Bira has launched its third Love Your High Street Week campaign, urging shoppers across the...

Winter Energy Spikes Are Coming – Smart Businesses are Acting Now

Energy prices always climb as demand spikes in colder months – and this year is...

‘Tis the season to sell your merchandise

Christmas is getting closer and soon we’ll be reunited with Aldi’s Kevin the Carrot and...