North London Pub Operator Takes On First Star Lease
North London pub operator, Enda Murray has taken on a Star lease for The Ship on Tottenham High Road, a one-time Spurs fans’ haunt. This latest venture brings his estate to three.
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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 industry.
Newcastle Hotel, Restaurant and Sports Bar Celebrate 15 Years at the Heart of City’s Hospitality Scene
A Newcastle city centre hotel, bar and restaurant opposite St James’ Park are celebrating 15 years as part of the city’s bustling hospitality scene.
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Night-Time Economy Needs Space to Recover, NTIA Tells Chancellor
Following Chancellor John Healey’s first major economic speech, in which he placed growth, investment and wealth creation at the heart of the Government’s agenda, the…
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Lower Business Rates for Welsh Hospitality, Minister Urged
UKHospitality Cymru has called on the Welsh Government to introduce practical measures to reduce the tax burden on the hospitality sector, which it says remains…
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Proper Pubs and Carling Join Forces to Support Local Foodbanks
This September, Proper Pubs, the community wet-led operator division of Admiral Taverns is partnering with Carling to donate 5p of every pint of Carling sold…
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‘Burnham Bounce’ Boosts Confidence, Costs Curb Investment
Hospitality has felt a ‘Burnham Bounce’, but tax burdens and political instability are holding back investment, new member survey results from UKHospitality, the British Beer…
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Northern Irish Brewers Pour Their Beer in Parliament as They Can’t Easily Be Sold in NI
Despite being more than 300 miles away, independent brewers from Northern Ireland (NI) found it easier to have their beers served in Parliament than they do in their local pubs back home.
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Market Taverns Appoints Miles Slade as CEO as Pub Group Embarks on New Phase of Growth
Market Taverns has announced the promotion of Miles Slade to Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2026, as the independent London pub group…
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Busier Pubs and Longer Visits Fail to Lift Summer Bank Holiday Pint Sales
UK pubs and bars were busier and consumers stayed longer over the Summer Bank Holiday weekend, but stronger engagement failed to translate into increased draught beer and cider sales, according to the latest data from The Oxford Partnership and Vianet.
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£10 Million Hospitality Grant Scheme Launches In Boost For Independent Pubs, Restaurants and Cafes
Village pubs, family-run restaurants and neighbourhood cafés across the UK could benefit from a share of £10 million after a new three-year Hospitality Grant Scheme opened for applications today.
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Desborough Community Pub Reopens Following Transformational £260,000 Refurbishment
Popular community pub, the George on High Street in Desborough recently reopened following a transformational combined investment of £260,000 from experienced licensee Vanessa Amoako and Admiral Taverns, the UK’s leading community pub company.
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New Campaign Calls for the Chancellor to Drop the Tap Tax
Independent brewers are urging the Chancellor to Drop the Tap Tax in his Budget next month to support local community pubs and breweries.
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Hall & Woodhouse Announces Record Profits
The independent family brewer and pub company, Hall & Woodhouse, has confirmed that Underlying Profit Before Tax increased by a further 16%…
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Greene King Reaches 2 Million Loyalty Customers Landmark
Greene King has reported that two million pub customers have now signed up to its loyalty and rewards programme, which can be used at the bar and on the app.
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UKHospitality Launches New Guest Safety Principles For Accommodation Providers
UKHospitality has announced the launch of new guest safety principles for accommodation providers.
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