Restaurant Market Growth Remains Behind Pubs as Outlet Decline Hinders Recovery
The UK restaurant market is forecast to reach a value of £18.7 billion in 2023, marking a growth of 5.2% and positioning the sector 2.6%…
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Pub News
All the latest pub news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade industry.
Ex-Greene King Assistant Managers Open Second Hive Pub After £450k Investment
Greene King Pub Partners has opened another Hive Pub, taking the total number of Hive Pubs to 43. The Inn for a Penny in Carlton,…
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Community Strives To Buy Closed Local
A community organisation that is trying to buy its local pub is now offering shares in the venue in a bid to raise funds for…
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Lincolnshire Publicans Celebrate 40th Anniversary At Popular Village Pub
The publicans of a highly valued Lincolnshire village pub have been recognised for their service to the community on their 40th anniversary at the helm….
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Bolton Pub Opens Following £260,000 Refurbishment
The Victoria on Market Street in Westhoughton re-opened last Friday the 3rd November following a major investment of £260,000. The pub is part of the…
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Hospitality Leaders Call For ‘Urgent Government Action’ In Autumn Statement
Tom Kerridge, Tom Aikens, Monica Galetti and Jodie Kidd join forces with a host of leading hospitality CEOs to back a letter asking the Chancellor…
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Government Agenda Lacks Action for Pubs and Brewers in Kings Speech
Sector leaders have expressed disappointment after the government failed to address the pressing issues the hospitality and licensed on-trade sector. This year’s King’s Speech, delivered…
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Lights, Camera, Action! SmartDispense® Puts 14 Industry Experts In The ‘Hot Seat’ In New Series
New on-demand video series offers insights to support improving business operations and employee wellbeing Fresh after a five-stop nationwide tour for the SmartDispense® Energy Well…
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Consumer Spending Slowed in October, but Pubs & Bars Enjoy “Strong Month”
Consumer card spending grew just 2.6 per cent year-on-year in October – noticeably less than the latest CPIH inflation rate of 6.3 per cent and…
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Wakefield Pub Reopens Following £280,000 Makeover
The Waterloo on Westgate End re-opened on Thursday the 2nd November following a major investment of £280,000. The pub is part of the Proper Pubs…
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The Fletchers Arms Re-Opens Following Substantial Investment
A Manchester pub has undergone a dramatic change following an eight-week closure and huge investment. The Fletcher’s Arms in Denton part of the Almond family…
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Closures Slow After Britain’s Licensed Premises Drop Below 100,000
Britain’s number of licensed premises has fallen by 3.6% over the last 12 months to 99,916 sites, according to the latest Hospitality Market Monitor from…
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SLTA ‘Bitterly Disappointed’ Over Glasgow LEZ Legal Challenge Outcome
The (SLTA) Scottish Licensed Trade Association has said it is “bitterly disappointed” that a long-established Glasgow family business has lost its court battle against the…
Read more...“Bad Experience” at a Hospitality Venue Diminishes Brand Loyalty
A new report has revealed that the key to driving loyalty among consumers is delivering consistently great experiences, with 49% saying a few bad experiences…
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Admiral Taverns Supports Pub Is The Hub
Admiral Taverns has continued its support for Pub is The Hub with a donation of £6,000 for 2023. The pub company has been a supporter…
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