Hotels, restaurants and pubs plan hiring spree amid Brexit fears

Survey shows hospitality sector expects a busier period for hiring than other parts of the economy

Hotels, restaurants, pubs and bars are preparing to hire at the fastest pace in a year, with many being forced to act due to growing fears of an exodus of migrant workers as Britain leaves the European Union.

Despite a downturn in consumer spending forcing restaurant chains to close outlets en masse, the hospitality sector is expecting a busier period for hiring staff than any other part of the economy over the coming three months.