Arctic Numpties to Daft Funk: Fans priced out of concerts turn to tribute acts Venues say they are putting on more events to cater to a growing cohort of people who want a more affordable night out. Evening Standard · Oct 26
Fans priced out of gigs turn to tribute acts for their live concerts Acts include Arctic Numpties, Oas-Is, Fleetwood Bac and Daft Funk The Independent UK · Oct 26
Raising gaming machine tax could put 3,800 casino jobs at risk, report warns The Government is reportedly considering an increase in the rate of machine games duty, which typically stands at 20% on profits. The Independent UK · Oct 14
Tinie Tempah says nightlife crisis means ‘losing that physical connection’ The rapper is backing the Night Time Industries Association campaign called The Last Night Out. Evening Standard · Jun 5, 2025
A third of nightclubs have shut since the start of the pandemic says report But openings of competitive socialising venues are booming according to the Night Time Industries Association Evening Standard · Feb 10, 2025
Nightclubs warn Budget tax hikes could drive venues to ‘brink of closure’ It comes despite a slowdown in nightclub closures over the past year, with a net reduction of 13 venues in 2024. Evening Standard · Jan 9, 2025
Hospitality firms ‘hugely concerned’ for New Year’s trade after disruption However, sector bosses have urged for positivity as data points towards more bookings at restaurants. The Independent UK · Dec 30, 2022
One UK nightclub closing every two days over soaring costs, industry says Night Time Industries Association warns a third of clubs will disappear by year’s end without help from government The Guardian - UK · Nov 3, 2022
Truss plans ‘skew support’ to richest households, warns Resolution Foundation There is a case for a ‘solidarity tax’ to recoup some of the cost from those who can pay more, said the think tank. The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2022
Sacha Lord vows to support venues and bars across UK as national chair of Night Time Industries Association Greater Manchester's night-time economy advisor says industry is at "pivotal point" in its post-pandemic recovery Birmingham Post · May 30, 2022