Licensed & Catering News (LCN)

07/10/2025

It’s just one week away to Hospitality Exchange! Don’t miss the fantastic range of speakers, the networking and the Wickedly Wonderful Gala Ball. Book your tickets now at https://hospitalityexchange.org.uk/book/

👉 hospitalityexchange.org.uk

03/10/2025

New Commercial Team announced at The Bedford Hotel Belfast

The Bedford Hotel Belfast is proud to announce the formation of its Commercial Team, who will be responsible for overseeing all sales, marketing and revenue activity at the new luxury boutique establishment.

The Bedford Hotel Belfast is proud to announce the formation of its Commercial Team, who will be responsible for overseeing all sales, marketing and revenue

01/10/2025

All the latest news from NI`S Hospitality Industry – DON'T MISS IT! - https://lcnonline.co.uk/digital/lcnoct25/

30/09/2025

Economist Richard Ramsey brings his wry wit to the big macro trends in the economy and how they could affect your business. Don’t miss his session on Future Figures as part of Hospitality Exchange on Wednesday 15th October at Crowne Plaza Belfast.

👉 hospitalityexchange.org.uk

24/09/2025

Ballygally Castle at 400: A year of celebration ...and more! - https://lcnonline.co.uk/ballygally-castle-at-400-a-year-of-celebration/

23/09/2025

Renowned hotelier and Hotel Inspector, Alex Polizzi is the special guest speaker at this year's Leadership Lunch on Tuesday 14th October, as part of Hospitality Exchange.

Book your tickets at https://hospitalityexchange.org.uk/book/

22/09/2025

Belfast City Airport sets out £1.7b growth plan for NI economy

Belfast City Airport has today unveiled its transformational draft Master Plan 2040, that has the potential to unlock up to £200 million in private investment, support thousands of new jobs and deliver a £1.7 billion injection into the Northern Ireland economy annually.

https://lcnonline.co.uk/belfast-city-airport-sets-out-1-7b-growth-plan-for-ni-economy/

Belfast City Airport has today unveiled its transformational draft Master Plan 2040, that has the potential to unlock up to £200 million in private investment,

20/09/2025

Michael Cadden appointed as new Chair of Hospitality Ulster

Northern Ireland’s hospitality sector has new leadership at the helm, with Michael Cadden named Chair and Colin Johnston appointed Vice Chair of Hospitality Ulster following the organisation’s AGM in Enniskillen.

https://lcnonline.co.uk/michael-cadden-appointed-as-new-chair-of-hospitality-ulster/

NI’s hospitality has new leadership at the helm, with Michael Cadden named Chair and Colin Johnston appointed Vice Chair of Hospitality Ulster.

19/09/2025

Moxy Hotel debuts in Northern Ireland with Moxy Belfast City

Owned and operated by MHL Hotel Collection, the hotel, located on Clarence Street West, is the first Moxy Hotel in Northern Ireland.
Moxy Belfast City

https://lcnonline.co.uk/moxy-hotel-debuts-in-northern-ireland-with-moxy-belfast-city/

Owned and operated by MHL Hotel Collection, the hotel, located on Clarence Street West, is the first Moxy Hotel in Northern Ireland. The hotel officially

18/09/2025

Championing Culinary Innovation: Aktar Islam 🧑‍🍳

With precision, passion and a fearless approach to Indian gastronomy, Aktar Islam has reimagined Birmingham's culinary landscape and reshaped the conversation around fine dining.

Read our exclusive interview with Aktar Islam HERE: https://lcnonline.co.uk/digital/lcnaugsept25/ =31

17/09/2025

The Leadership Lunch returns on 14 October with Alex Polizzi ...and more! - https://lcnonline.co.uk/the-leadership-lunch-returns-to-belfast-on-14-october-with-alex-polizzi/

14/09/2025

NEW ISSUE OUT NOW! 📕

The August / September edition of LCN Magazine examines the growing pressures on Northern Ireland’s hospitality sector, from rising National Insurance and wage costs to the ongoing impact of economic challenges.

We speak with industry leaders, including LCN Awards Entrepreneur of the Year – Mark Beirne and Northern Ireland’s Pub of the Year winners, on resilience, innovation, and navigating change.

https://lcnonline.co.uk/digital/lcnaugsept25/