Drinks Sales Edge Into Growth Ahead Of Christmas Rush
On Premise drinks sales moved back into fractional growth in mid-November, CGA by NIQ’s Daily Drinks Tracker shows. Average sales in managed venues in the…
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Spiking Of Drinks To Become New Criminal Offence Government Reveals
The hospitality and on-trade sector have welcomed the news that spiking of drinks will become a new standalone criminal offense, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer…
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Stonegate Group And HEINEKEN UK Launch Christmas “Pub Alone” Campaign
Stonegate Group and HEINEKEN UK are joining forces to launch their “Pub Alone” campaign this festive season. Together, they aim to spark meaningful conversations on…
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Greene King Faces “Dynamic Pricing” Backlash
Greene King has become the latest operator to face a public backlash following its decision to charge an extra £1.80 on pints on match days,…
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Hydes Reopens Popular Chester Pub Following £0.5M Investment
Hydes Brewery has re-opened the doors of its popular Chester pub, The Hornsmill, following a £0.5M refurbishment and modernisation. The refurbishment of the dining pub…
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Baby Boomers Planning A Boozy December And Eating Out On Christmas Day More Popular Than Ever, Reveals Survey
Party-loving Brits are as determined as ever to go out and enjoy themselves this Christmas, drinking as much as they did last year and spending…
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Chancellor Fails At The First Hurdle To Listen To Business Says WSTA
The new Government’s recent decision to raise alcohol duty by RPI has been described as “counterproductive” and “a real kick in the teeth” by the…
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Nominations Open To Find UK’s Best Beer And Pub Campaigner
Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) is seeking stories of community champions for its annual Campaigner of the Year Award. Nominations have now opened for the…
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300K Refurbishment At Historic Essex Pub The Bellhouse
Shepherd Neame HAS reopened historic Essex pub The Bellhouse on following a three week, £300,000 transformation. Built as a hunting lodge around the 16th century,…
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The Ivy Brasserie Gives First Look At New Bournemouth Restaurant As It Dazzles Guests At Exclusive Opening Party
Bournemouth sparkled with excitement as The Ivy Bournemouth Brasserie marked its grand opening with an unforgettable launch party. The highly anticipated event offered guests a…
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Top Beers in Midlands Revealed in the SIBA Independent Beer Awards 2024
The top beers in the region have been revealed with the announcement of the SIBA Midlands Independent Beer Awards 2024, with a host of Cask…
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Drinks Sales Growth Elusive As Christmas Run-In Begins
On Premise drinks sales continue to struggle for year-on-year growth ahead of the crucial Christmas season, CGA by NIQ’s Daily Drinks Tracker shows. Average sales…
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Banx Pub Company Takes On Third Star Lease With Further Four In The Pipeline
Midlands and South West multiple operator, Banx Pub Company, has taken on the lease of The Princess Royal in Stoke on Trent and with Heineken…
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Chancellor’s Commitment To Let Pubs Serve Local Beers From Independent Breweries Should Extend To Northern Ireland, Say CAMRA
Commenting on reports from the Treasury that the Chancellor of the Exchequer will announce in Wednesday’s Budget that pubs could serve at least one beer…
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Stonegate Group Invests £1m In Brand New Concept Launching In Leeds
The UK’s largest pub company, Stonegate Group, has chosen Leeds as the location for its brand-new concept, Rita’s Beerhall and Ballroom. £1m has been invested…
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