In response to the devastating events happening in Ukraine, several groups in the UK hospitality sector are refusing to serve Russian products, which mainly consists of Russian vodka.
The move demonstrates support for Ukraine following the invasion by Russia, accompanied by various fundraising efforts throughout the sector.
Some of the first restaurants to boycott Russian products were in the US, however businesses across the world are rapidly getting on board.
One of the firms taking a stand include Nightcap Group. The group’s Founder, Sarah Willingham commented on the decision:
“We have donated money, but from a business point of view we (the senior team and the staff) wanted to do something, anything, to show our support and so therefore we have removed all Russian vodka and alcohol from our bars across the whole of the Nightcap estate.
“It’s a little thing but the more little things we do, the bigger the impact will be.”
Other firms in the hospitality sector have been altering their menus to support and raise money for Ukraine.
The owner of II Portico restaurant has reintroduced chicken Kyiv to its menu and has dedicated a donation of £5 per order to the Red Cross to help Ukraine.
On a larger scale, the UK Government has imposed sanctions designed to negatively impact Russia’s economy.
One of these measures includes a law prohibiting Russian ships from entering UK ports, which has resulted in UK ports working hard to block the ships entry.
Contact us for support with matters regarding your business.
Our BLOG
Moving your business from the startup to scale-up
TESTIMONIALS
The staff at CST are always very friendly and approachable.… Read more “Mr JD Dolling, SW Heating Equipment Ltd”
We have been with CST for more than seven years… Read more “Doris Francis, Engineering Services (Bridgend) Ltd”
Our business has been handled by CST for many, many… Read more “Mr & Mrs Rise”
I moved my business to Clay Shaw Thomas because I… Read more “Sandra Wilkinson of Sage Marketing”
The audit was well planned and executed efficiently, with minimum… Read more “GE Carpentry”
Privately and within the company Clay Shaw Thomas provides a… Read more “Seashore Enterprises”
I am very happy with the service from CST. An… Read more “Mr Atkinson “
The family connection with CST goes back many years and… Read more “Dr Jones”
CST are very efficient, courteous and proactive when dealing with… Read more “Mr CMG Adams”
I have been a client for over twenty years and… Read more “Mr J T Wall”
Always one step ahead of the game, CST have helped… Read more “Mr RT Evans”
CST Staff always give unbiased advice in a clear and… Read more “Mr L Branfield”
It has been a professional pleasure working with CST, they… Read more “Mr P Jenkins”
SUBSCRIBE to our list
If you would like to see full details of our data practices please visit our Privacy Policy and if you have any questions please email tellmemore@clayshawthomas.com.