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ITV News
16 hours ago
- Business
- ITV News
The Langton Arms pub where wife died after falling down cellar handed £240k fine
The owners of a pub where a customer died after falling through an unlocked cellar door has been ordered to pay a fine and costs totalling more than £285,000. Julie Hyatt, 57, was having lunch with her husband, Paul, and friends at The Langton Arms at Church Langton, near Market Harborough, in Leicestershire, in May 2023. She hadn't been drinking and was following signs to the toilet, when she opened an unmarked and unlocked door, not knowing it was to the pub's cellar, and fell down a steep flight of stairs. Mrs Hyatt suffered serious injuries from which she died in hospital 12 days later. At Leicester Magistrates' Court, the RedCat Pub Company, based in London, admitted breaching the Health and Safety at Work Act by exposing persons not in its employment to a risk to their health and safety. At the hearing, held on the second anniversary of Mrs Hyatt's funeral, the company was fined £240,000 and ordered to pay costs of £43,633.06p along with a £2,000 surcharge. In determining the level of fine and costs, District Judge Nick Watson said he had taken into account that RedCat's parent company had a turnover of more than £120million. He said he wanted to "bring it home to shareholders and management that they must take health and safety seriously". He added "Any sentence that I impose could not equate to the loss of Mrs Hyatt to her family and friends." In statements read to the court, it was revealed Mrs Hyatt and her husband had been looking forward to retirement and moving to the Norfolk coast. Married since 1987, they shared many interests and a passion for sport with Mrs Hyatt being a Leicester City season ticket holder for more than 30 years. The court heard that Mrs Hyatt's death was foreseeable. The company had failed to properly train staff and had left customers confused by inadequate and inconsistent signs. In a statement read to the court, Richard Lewis, CEO of RedCat Pub Company, expressed his "sincere personal regret" as the death was "entirely avoidable". The company said it accepted full responsibility. "We are genuinely very sorry ... We have plainly failed the Hyatt family. We will do all we can to prevent anything of the like happening again," added Mr Lewis. The court heard the company had since put in place risk assessments and evaluated the way in which it conducts staff training in relation to health and safety. ITV News Central Correspondent Peter Bearne sat down with the Paul Hyatt last year, who is still waiting for answers more than 12 months after his wife's death. In the time that passed, Paul, from Countesthorpe, repeatedly contacted the council for updates on the case, but said he has got nowhere. Paul has learned Harborough District Council have brought in a solicitor from another council to help with the case. In 2024, the council asked Paul for Julie's death certificate, something that the family won't get until after the inquest. ITV News Central is also aware of two other similar cases elsewhere in the country which came to court in 12 months. Speaking to ITV News Central, following the incident, Paul said: "It was hell at the time. I was in some very, very dark places." He added: "I just wish somebody would go in and shake that department up and get this sorted. Enough is enough. All I want is justice...I lost my wife." In response, Harborough District Council say that they sympathise with Mr Hyatt's frustrations. They told ITV News Central this case is a complex and lengthy criminal investigation, and they're unable to comment on its progress. "Specialist legal resource, they added, was allocated without delay. They said they've liaised with Mr Hyatt and his solicitor as much as they can, but there's a limit to what they can disclose."The Redcat Pub Company, which runs the Langton Arms, said: "We have and will continue to fully co-operate with the investigations being carried out by the authorities with regards to this incident."
Newsweek
a day ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
How Can Russell Wilson Unlock Promising NY Giants Player?
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The presence of Russell Wilson during spring practices has done wonders for New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt. While it's still way too early to bank on Hyatt being a big-time contributor for the Giants in 2025, the 23-year-old is certainly turning heads at OTAs and minicamp. Recently, Wilson revealed he's not exactly surprised at the fact that Hyatt looks like he's progressing in a big way. The veteran quarterback mentioned that he saw Hyatt perform at a high level at Tennessee and even on tape during his previous runs with the Giants. After two seasons in the NFL, Hyatt still has plenty to prove. So far, the former third-round pick has struggled to live up to being a First-Team All-SEC recipient and a Bilentinikoff Award winner in the NFL. During his rookie season, Hyatt caught 23 passes for 373 yards. Last season, he had eight catches for 62 yards. Heading into year three, Hyatt has yet to find the end zone. Russell Wilson #3 of the New York Giants during a New York Giants practice session at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on June 12, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Russell Wilson #3 of the New York Giants during a New York Giants practice session at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on June 12, 2025 in East Rutherford, New can Wilson help him hit his stride? The veteran quarterback recently issued his thoughts. "I think that the biggest thing is just consistency that I can bring to him every day too and just making sure that I'm always giving him the extra opportunities down the field, but also not just down the field, but in any play we've got and spending extra time on the field," Wilson told reporters this week, via Giants Wire. "He's got great work ethic, Jalin does, and I think he's got a great grit to him. I think that he wants to be great every day, and he's got all the special pieces to it all." Work ethic is half the battle in the NFL, and a little increase in opportunities can go a long way for a young player looking to find a steady role. Right now, the Giants are practicing without the top wideout, Malik Nabers. As Wilson's top target recovers from a toe injury, Hyatt has taken advantage of the increased workload, putting it all together with his new quarterback. So far, Wilson is impressed. "I think what makes a great receiver is his ability to catch the ball and contest the situations—he does a great job of that, and he's got a great opportunity, in my opinion, this year to really set the tone in a great way," Wilson finished. "I've got all the belief in Jalin and who he's going to be and what he's going to mean to us and make clutch plays for us when it really matters in great way. I'm excited for what he's going to do this year and the rest of his career." For more New York Giants and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Hyatt completes $2.6B acquisition of Playa Hotels & Resorts
This story was originally published on Hotel Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Hotel Dive newsletter. Hyatt Hotels completed its $2.6 billion acquisition of Playa Hotels & Resorts, an owner, operator and developer of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica, the hotel company announced Wednesday. Hyatt first announced it was in exclusive talks to merge with Playa in December. In February, Hyatt officially entered into an agreement with Playa to acquire all of its outstanding shares for $13.50 per share, or approximately $2.6 billion. Earlier this month, Hyatt obtained all required regulatory approvals on that cash offer. With the deal, Hyatt grows its portfolio of all-inclusive resorts. Industrywide, hotel companies have leaned on brand acquisitions to quickly scale their portfolios and loyalty membership. The deal strengthens Hyatt's 'leadership in the all-inclusive space through a combination of new locations, capabilities, and talent,' according to Hyatt CEO Mark Hoplamazian, adding that Playa's all-inclusive management platform 'complements Hyatt's global scale and brand strength, enabling us to deliver compelling experiences for guests and members while driving strong performance for owners.' Through the acquisition, Hyatt assumes 15 all-inclusive resorts previously managed and owned by Playa, including Secrets La Romana and Dreams La Romana in the Dominican Republic; Dreams Rose Hall in Montego Bay, Jamaica; and Hyatt Vivid Playa del Carmen and Sunscape Cancun in Mexico. Eight of the resorts are already in Hyatt's system under the Hyatt Ziva and Hyatt Zilara brand, which launched in collaboration with Playa in 2013, Hyatt detailed. Hyatt previously expanded its all-inclusive portfolio with its 2021 acquisition of Apple Leisure Group. In 2024, Hyatt entered a strategic joint venture with Grupo Piñero for Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts. Beyond growing physical scale, brand acquisitions and partnerships enable hotel players to expand loyalty capabilities and customer reach, hospitality pros previously told Hotel Dive. 'Hyatt's loyalty program, World of Hyatt, and all-inclusive distribution platform, which includes ALG Vacations and Unlimited Vacation Club, are complemented by Playa's commercial capabilities,' Javier Águila, president of Hyatt's Inclusive Collection, said in a statement. Águila was named to his role earlier this year. Hyatt has used brand acquisition to grow its lifestyle portfolio as well. In August, the hotel company acquired Standard International. That deal followed other tie-ups with Dream Hotel Group, Mr & Mrs Smith and German brand Me and All Hotels. Marriott International and Hilton have also recently expanded in the competitive lifestyle segment via their acquisitions of CitizenM and Graduate Hotels, respectively. Recommended Reading 2024 a 'quiet' year for M&A in travel, hospitality sector
Skift
2 days ago
- Business
- Skift
Hyatt Acquires Playa Hotels & Resorts
The DJIA fell 44 points while the Nasdaq was up 25, the S&P 500 fell 2 points and the 10-year treasury yield was up a bit at 4.40%. Lodging stocks were mixed. SOHO was the big gainer, rising 10% and popping its head above $1 for the first time in months. In observance of the Juneteenth holiday, there will be no Daily Lodging Report on Thursday, June 19th. STR reported U.S. hotel data for the week ended June 14th. RevPAR was down -1.8% year over year, with occupancy down -2.4%. Group RevPAR was up 1.3%. Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the completed acquisition of Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. The transaction included the acquisition of 15 all-inclusive resorts previously managed and owned by Playa. Of these, eight were already represented within Hyatt's system as Hyatt Ziva and Hyatt Zilara properties. As part of the transaction, Hyatt expands its all-inclusive portfolio with the addition of several resorts located in premier beach destinations, including Secrets La Romana and Dreams La Romana in the Dominican Republic; Dreams Rose Hall in Montego Bay, Jamaica; and Hyatt Vivid Playa del Carmen and Sunscape Cancun in Mexico. Correction: Sunday's DLR contained coverage of a story on Jalisco announcing a $1 billion investment to build 38 new hotels. We have been advised by Hyatt that despite what was said in the press release, Hyatt does not have plans to invest in Jalisco but is always open to discussing and considering development opportunities in key leisure markets like Jalisco. The Federal Trade Commission granted Marriott International antitrust approval to acquire the CitizenM hotel brand. CitizenM will continue to own its real estate and operate the hotels following the closing of the transaction. MAR will assume the CitizenM brand and IP. A new $35 million hotel could be coming to Padre Island in Texas. According to blueprints that RGB Hospitality filed with the city of Corpus Christi, the development would include a Marriott Residence Inn and a Courtyard by Marriott attached to each other, making a resort. The resort-hotel design features 205 guestrooms, a spacious conference area, and three bars. RGB Hospitality hopes construction will begin by the end of summer 2025. Once construction begins, the development is expected to take about two and a half years to complete. Key International and Wexford Real Estate Investments announced the June 25, 2025, reopening of the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort, unveiling an extensive multi-million dollar renovation. The resort will emerge from its first phase of renovation with 100 newly appointed guestrooms, including 16 spacious suites, in its North Tower. The remaining 119 guestrooms and suites in the South Tower will debut in late 2025. Anchoring the resort's evolution is a new 3,000 square foot, zero-entry pool; a revitalized beach experience including the resort's Tiki Bar; and two brand-new dining concepts. The resort boasts over 8,000 square feet of versatile indoor and outdoor event space. The first phase of the renovation will unveil a 3,000-square-foot outdoor oceanfront terrace and a 2,800-square-foot ballroom. In late 2025, two additional spaces will be unveiled. Reservations officially opened for Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort. Debuting in October 2025 in Naples, Florida, the new beachfront property is brought to life through the partnership between BDT & MSD Partners, The Athens Group, and Four Seasons. As the only Four Seasons on the Gulf Coast, the hotel sits within the 125-acre Naples Beach Club residential and golf resort. In addition to the hotel, the expansive development features 58 luxury condominiums in three new beachside residential buildings, and 95 luxury condominiums in five golf-side residential buildings with views of The Gardens, a newly designed 18-hole golf course. With 220 accommodations, including 57 suites, along with 153 residences, the extensive property will feature five diverse dining experiences, a full-service spa, racquet sports facilities, versatile meeting and event venues, the new golf course, and more. Resolute Road Hospitality announced the Holiday Inn Express Astoria, Oregon, has completed a comprehensive renovation. The four-story, 98-room property underwent a significant capital improvement. The project included a full renovation of guestrooms and public areas, including a redesigned lobby, a modernized breakfast area, an upgraded fitness center, a refreshed indoor pool, and an expanded outdoor patio. Omni Las Colinas Hotel, located in Irving, Texas, has completed a $20 million renovation across all 421 guestrooms including 111 suites, and the Las Colinas Ballroom, the property's largest event space. Following the $13 million revitalization of the property's common spaces, this final phase of the property-wide renovation reflects the pioneering vision of Las Colinas. The previous renovation introduced The Lakehouse Waterfront Lounge & Pool Deck and three new dining concepts. Castle Resorts & Hotels announced the Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, on Banyan Drive in Hilo, Hawaii, has joined the Trademark Collection by Wyndham. The Hilo Hawaiian is the first property in Hawaii to be part of the global hotel brand. The property features 286 guestrooms and suites, a pool, meeting spaces, and a signature WSW Steakhouse restaurant. Charlestowne Hotels announced its continued expansion with the takeover of Hotel Nell, located in Washington, D.C.'s Union Market neighborhood. Charlestowne will oversee all management of Hotel Nell, including day-to-day operations, food & beverage programming, revenue optimization, strategic marketing, and creative services. The 106-room property boasts 10,000 square feet of flexible event space and three distinct dining outlets. The Phoenix Hotel in San Francisco will close at the end of the year, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. Chip Conley, longtime hotelier and founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, and his partners hold the lease to the property and own the hotel's name and brand but not the land. The San Francisco Baking Institute bought the property for $9.1 million last year. The long-shuttered Gulfstream Hotel in downtown Lake Worth Beach, Florida, will reopen this fall, and would-be guests will be able to book reservations starting on June 19, 2025, for summer 2026. The Gulfstream Hotel will open 90 rooms when it opens this year, with 50 more rooms coming in 2026, according to a hotel news release. It will also have 50 apartments, a rooftop restaurant, bar, spa, gym, and a 273-space parking garage. The hotel is under the ownership of Amy Gill and her husband Amrit Gill. The Mount Vernon Company announced the acquisition of the John Carver Inn & Spa located in the heart of historic Plymouth, Massachusetts. Under Mount Vernon's stewardship, the property will be repositioned and re-imagined. The 80-room inn currently features a full-service spa, indoor pool, meeting and event space, fitness center, game room, onsite dining, and ample parking. Plans for repositioning will include refreshed interiors, enhanced amenities, elevated dining, and curated programming. The John Carver Inn will be managed by Olympia Hospitality and will remain operational during the initial phase of planning, with renovation plans to be unveiled in the coming months. Ruberto, Israel & Weiner's Commercial Real Estate team represented Mount Vernon in this transaction. JLL Hotels & Hospitality represented the seller. HVS Brokerage & Advisory announced the sale of the 60-key La Quinta Inn & Suites Corpus Christi - North Padre Island, located in Corpus Christi, Texas. The property was purchased by Mr. Inderjit Randhawa from South Texas Hotels, LLP. Personnel News Essex Hotel Management has promoted John Kattato to Chief Operating Officer. In his new role, Kattato will continue to oversee the operations team while expanding his responsibilities to include all departments. His focus will include fostering company culture, assisting with strategic initiative development, and providing leadership and guidance to department heads. Additionally, Kattato will increase his visibility outside the company as he continues to develop strong relationships with key clients, hotel owners, and other stakeholders. Kattato has been a key member of the Essex team since he joined the company in 2003, most recently serving as Senior Vice President of Operations. Overseas Highlights IHG Hotels & Resorts and Grupo Poma, through its hotel division Real Hotels & Resorts, celebrated the opening of InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores and Hotel Indigo Lima Miraflores, sister properties located in Lima, Peru. InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores is a 21-story hotel with 321 rooms, including 29 suites, a signature Club InterContinental lounge, 11 multifunctional meeting rooms and over 950 square meters of space, and a stunning rooftop with lush gardens and the destination's largest outdoor hotel infinity pool. Hotel Indigo Lima Miraflores offers 76 rooms, including 10 suites, a rooftop pool and lounge, and versatile gathering spaces. The destination's newest culinary epicenter features five distinct concepts spread across both properties. Additionally, the property offers the Presence Spa and fitness centers. Europe Highlights Hyatt is bringing a new Thompson Hotel to Seville, Spain, in 2026. The 101-room hotel is expected to feature a restaurant, a rooftop bar, a pool, meeting rooms, a co-working space, and a gym. Thompson Seville will be Hyatt's fourth Thompson property in Europe.
Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Hyatt, Egypt's ADD Developments sign deal for hotel expansion
Egyptian developer ADD Developments and Hyatt Hotels Corporation have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding to expand their hotel and branded residential investments in Egypt, backed by an investment plan of approximately $265m. The Tuesday signing ceremony was witnessed by Egypt's Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and attended by Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy. The agreement aims to increase hotel room capacity to meet the expected growth in tourist numbers to Egypt. Madbouly welcomed the agreement, stating: 'We welcome this cooperation as a supportive step toward establishing Egypt's position as a global investment and tourism destination.' The MoU was signed by Javier Águila, Group President for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East at Hyatt, and Basel Sami Saad, Chairperson of ADD Developments, which is part of the Sami Saad Holding group. The Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, said the agreement reflects the confidence of major global institutions in the future of the Egyptian economy and the potential of its tourism market. He described it as an important step toward increasing the capacity of hotels and branded residential units to accommodate expected growth in tourism. The minister affirmed his ministry's full support for 'this type of qualitative investment that merges international quality with a unique Egyptian character,' adding that it will help provide innovative hospitality experiences. The investment plan, which is supported by an international financial institution, totals around $265m and is designatedfor developing and increasing the number of hotel rooms and branded residential units. The cooperation builds on ADD Developments' reintroduction of the Hyatt brand to Egypt in 2022 with the opening of the 250-room Hyatt Regency Cairo West. Following that opening, ADD launched the 304-room Hyatt Centric Cairo West, which is described as the first art-focused hotel in Egypt and Africa and features the work of 11 Egyptian artists.
