Littlehampton’s The Crown Reopens Following Community-Focused Refurbishment
The Crown, located in Littlehampton, officially opened on Thursday 25th of June following a transformational investment of more than £287,208…
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All the latest business news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade.
Calls to Back Hospitality and Boost Welsh Economy with Sector-Wide Business Rates Cut
UKHospitality Cymru has called on the new Welsh Government to reduce business rates for hospitality, which would represent swift delivery of its manifesto commitment.
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‘VAT’s The Problem’ Shop Launches For Delivery, As Campaign Secures More Than 250,000 Supporters
The #VATsTheProblem campaign shop has now been updated to allow hospitality businesses to order campaign assets and have them delivered direct to their venue ready-to-use.
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Young’s Reveal “Exceptional Trading” as Bank Holidays and World Cup Boost Sales
Pub operator Young’s has revealed “exceptional trading” momentum highlighted in its full year results on 21 May 2026 has continued into the new financial year.
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Redditch Community Pub Relaunched Following Transformational Refurbishment
Popular community pub, The Sportsman Arms in Redditch, officially relaunched on Saturday 13th June, following a combined investment of £130,000 from experienced licensees, Jo and Tony Wade and Admiral Taverns.
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Hydes Brewery Appoints Peter Borg-Neal As Chairman
Salford-based independent brewer and pub retailer Hydes has announced the appointment of Peter Borg-Neal as its new chairman.
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GLP-1 Reshape Consumer Spending as Diners Cut Alcohol, Snacks and Portion Sizes New Findings Show
The rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs is reshaping Britain’s hospitality industry, as consumers cut back on alcohol, snacks and dining out, according to new research from RSM UK’s Consumer Outlook.
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Independent Brewers Welcome CAMRA’s Call for Fairness and Transparency in British Beer Market
Commenting on the launch of CAMRA’s hard-hitting report into the UK pub and beer market, Andy Slee, Society of Independent Brewers & Associates (SIBA) Chief Executive said;
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England’s Winning Streak To Add An Extra £385m To The UK Economy During Their Quarter-Final Match
England’s Quarter-final match against Norway is set to generate an additional £385.5m for the UK economy, according to the latest predictions.
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Unite Calls for Further Consultation on Tipping Practice
Unite union which represents thousands of hospitality workers, is demanding that a flawed draft code of practice concerning tipping policy, is withdrawn to allow for proper consultation.
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Half of UK Fans Stayed Out to Watch England’s World Cup Match versus Mexico, as One Third of Pubs Remained Open
Following England’s World Cup win versus Mexico earlier this morning, new insights from Dojo have revealed that the blanket 5 am licensing extension…
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Beer and Pub Campaigners Call On Competition and Markets Authority to Investigate the UK Beer Market
A new report, published today by CAMRA, shows how independent brewers are being excluded from bars across the UK, and sets out the case for the Competition and Markets Authority action.
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Stretton Community Pub Reopens Following Transformational £195,000 Refurbishment
Popular community pub, the Beech Hotel on Derby Road in Stretton, officially reopened on Saturday 27th June, following a transformational combined investment…
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Burnham’s Small Business Rates Plan Could Cost £880 Million a Year
Andy Burnham has reaffirmed his commitment to reforming business rates in support of Britain’s high streets and small business, arguing there is “room for movement on tax” within Labour’s manifesto whilst maintaining his commitment to the party’s fiscal rules.
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Shepherd Neame named Supreme Champions at the Family Business Awards
Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame has been named Supreme Champion Family Business of the Year at the National Family Business of the Year Awards 2026.
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