Since the Labour government's budget announcement last October, which included increases in National Insurance and business rates, the UK hospitality sector has experienced substantial job losses. Nearly 90,000 positions in pubs and restaurants have been cut, accounting for half of all job losses attributed to these tax changes. Industry representatives, including Allen Simpson from UK Hospitality, have highlighted the severe impact of these fiscal measures on the sector, with some businesses, such as South London's Cafe Britaly, closing as a direct result. The increased costs stemming from National Insurance and minimum wage hikes have been cited as key factors driving these closures and job reductions. Meanwhile, broader political and social discussions continue in the UK, including debates over immigration policies and treaty obligations that affect deportation capabilities and national security commitments.