Wetherspoons Reveal Solid Results – But Challenges Remain
J D Wetherspoon has today announced results for the six months ending 29 January 2023: Like-for-like sales were up 13% compared to the same period last year…
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Tax Reforms Good News for Small Brewers but Changes Needed to Avoid a Stealth Ban on Takeaway Pints
Nik Antona, CAMRA National Chairman, has responded to the publication of details on reforms to the Alcohol Duty System, coming into force on 1 August…
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Energy Suppliers ‘Destroying Great British Pubs in Every Community’
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) has today written an open letter to Ofgem, demanding urgent action to tackle energy suppliers who are crippling fragile…
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The Hospitality Blue Badge Access Awards 2023 Launches Next Month
The search is underway to find the very best in exceptional accessibility for disabled people and to reward hotels, restaurants, leisure, and tourism venues worldwide…
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Nightlife Venues Launch “Pub Pride” with ‘Ask for Clive’ Campaign to Make Venues Inclusive and Safe
Returning on Friday May 26th for its third year, the fast growing Pub Pride event from the Ask for Clive campaign invites British pubs and…
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Pubs Dread Cliff Edge With Energy Bills Set to Rise by Almost £20k From April 1st
British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) urges Government to ensure suppliers offer a renegotiation window for pubs and breweries locked into extortionate energy contracts. Pubs…
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Ty’n Llan in Llandwrog Diversifies Services to Help Local Residents Come Together with Support from Pub is The Hub
The Ty’n Llan in Llandwrog, North Wales, is the first pub to be supported in diversifying its services as part of a new two-year programme…
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UKHospitality Responds to Latest ONS Figures
UK inflation jumped unexpectedly in February after food prices surged at their highest rate for 45 years, while price increases in alcohol in pubs and…
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Wetherspoons to Close Iconic Wedding Venue Pub
The only Wetherspoon venue to hold a wedding license and host weddings has closed, ending the pub group’s offering of affordable ceremonies in London. The…
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Glasgow Pub Receives Transformational Garden Refurbishment
The Florida Park, a community pub on Battlefield Road in Glasgow – located next door to the iconic football stadium, Hampden Park – is unveiling…
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Pubs & Restaurants Grow Sales Again in February but Battle Soaring Costs
February sales at Britain’s leading managed restaurant, pub and bar groups were 3.9% ahead of last year on a like-for-like basis, the latest Coffer CGA…
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Licensed Trade Charity Launches New Support Campaign
With increased emotional and financial pressures being placed on those who work in the drinks industry, The Licensed Trade Charity has unveiled a brand-new campaign,…
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Pubs Code Adjudicator Issues Guidance to Improve MRO Option
The Pubs Code Adjudicator (PCA) has issued statutory guidance to pub companies to remove barriers for tenants and ensure a fair and consistent approach to…
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BII Licensee of the Year 2023 Quarter Finalists Announced!
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) has announced their Quarter Finalists for this year’s Licensee of the Year Award (LOYA). Sponsored by Sky, the Licensee…
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The Old Mill in Salisbury Reopens After £300,000 Refurbishment
The Old Mill in Salisbury has re-opened following a £300,000 refurbishment by pub owner Greene King Pub Partners. The pub, operated by growing multiple operators…
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