Dine and dashers jailed.

A couple from Port Talbot, South Wales, were jailed for multiple “dine and dash” offences, defrauding restaurants by not paying their bills. Restaurant owner Aldo Esposito and UKHospitality CEO Kate Nicholls highlight the financial and emotional toll on businesses, linking the rise in such incidents due to the cost of living crisis. Police and experts suggest preventive measures, noting the complex motivations behind these crimes. Including payment up-front.