The UK’s hospitality sector has been grappling with significant labour shortages, a challenge exacerbated by recent changes to UK immigration policy. These shortages have led to increased pressure on existing staff, longer working hours and a decline in service quality. Businesses are struggling to recruit and retain staff, leading to higher turnover rates and increased operational costs. Addressing these challenges requires a multi-faceted approach, including improving working conditions, offering competitive wages and exploring new recruitment strategies both domestically and internationally.