Footie And Father’s Day Boost The UK On Trade
Over the weekend the Euros and Father’s Day celebrations provided a significant boost to beer and cider sales, yet again showcasing the critical role of…
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Food and Drink
80 Pub Closures Per Month, Research Reveals
New data has revealed that 239 English and Welsh pubs were either demolished or converted for other uses in the first quarter of 2024. It…
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Politicians Urged To Guarantee A Full Measure On 200th Anniversary Of The Great British Pint
Pubgoers’ group CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) is calling on political parties to give their backing to a change in the law to guarantee drinkers…
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Drinks Sales Feel The Chill In Early June
Low temperatures are holding down drinks sales in June, CGA by NIQ’s Daily Drinks Tracker shows. Average sales in managed venues in the seven days…
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Almost 20 Million Extra Pints Expected To Be Enjoyed During The Euros
On the eve of the European Championships kicking off tonight, Friday 14 June with Germany versus Scotland (with Serbia versus England two days later on…
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Is Your Kitchen Hiding A Hero? Then It’s Time To Celebrate Them On KP Day 2024
It’s time to celebrate the amazing work of kitchen porters as National KP Day returns on June 22nd. Organised by Winterhalter, KP Day seeks to…
Read more...Fullers Reveal an “Excellent Year of Progress”
Fuller, Smith & Turner has reported an ‘excellent’ year increasing earnings against a backdrop of elevated cost pressures. The pub & hospitality group, which operates…
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Taste The Triumph: Nestlé Professional Crowns 2024 Toque d’Or® Champions
Nestlé Professional has announced the winners of the 36th edition of its prestigious hospitality competition Toque d’Or. After an exhilarating Grand Finals Week Geraldine Sierra…
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Retail And Hospitality Sectors To See £302.5m Boost From England’s First Match At Euro 2024
Retailers and hospitality venues across the UK will benefit from England’s first Group Stage match against Serbia at Euro 2024 on Sunday 16th June, as…
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Flatlining Economy Underlines Importance Of Hospitality
The UK economy flatlined in April, according to official figures. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said there was zero growth in April compared to…
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Night Time Industries Association Urges Political Parties To Prioritise Night Time Economy
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) is calling on all Political Parties to recognise the vital importance of the Night Time Economy (NTE) by implementing…
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The Wine And Spirit Industry Brings A Major Boost To The UK Economy
A new report into the value of the UK’s wine and spirit industry, commissioned by the Wine and Spirit Trade Association, has revealed that the…
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Greene King Pub Partners Opens Fourth Nest Pub
Greene King Pub Partners, the leased, tenanted and franchise business unit of Greene King, has opened its fourth Nest Pub. The Friar on St Christopher…
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Research Explores Measures To Reduce Alcohol Harms Without Impacting Pubs And Restaurants
Higher prices in shops and tighter restrictions on online alcohol sales could help to reduce rising alcohol harms whilst minimising impact on hospitality businesses, according…
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St Austell Brewery Reports ‘Strong’ Profit Growth And Record Sales
Southwest Brewer and pub company St Austell Brewery has reported ‘strong’ financial growth in the 52-week period to 31st December 2023. Despite challenging trading conditions…
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