Pub News

All the latest pub news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade industry.

BarsEating OutFood and DrinkHospitalityLeisureNewsNight LifePub CompaniesPub NewsPubsRestaurants

Hospitality Outlets Flat in Second Quarter After Rapid Churn of Closures and Openings

The number of UK licensed premises held steady in the second quarter of 2026 following a fast turnover of closures and openings, NIQ’s latest Hospitality…

Read more...
AlcoholBarsFood and DrinkHospitalityLeisureNewsNight LifePubPub NewsPubsRestaurants

SLTA Calls for Reform of Business Rates and VAT Reduction in Scotland

The (SLTA) Scottish Licensed Trade Association has welcomed new Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s pledge to cut business rates by 20% for some pubs, social clubs…

Read more...
BreweriesBusinessHospitalityLeisureNewsPubPub CompaniesPub NewsPubs

Marston’s Reports Strong Trading Thanks to World Cup Boost and New Sports Format

Marston’s PLC has reported a strong trading performance driven by England’s World Cup run and its new “Grandstand” sports-pub format, with the group confirming it is on track to hit full-year profit expectations and could begin returning cash to shareholders next year.

Read more...
BarsBreweriesBusinessFood and DrinkHospitalityLeisureNewsNight LifePub CompaniesPub NewsPubsRestaurants

Andy Burnham Becomes Prime Minister: What It Means for Pubs, Bars and the Wider Hospitality Sector

Andy Burnham has today become the United Kingdom’s new Prime Minister, taking office after Sir Keir Starmer travelled to Buckingham Palace to formally resign, with…

Read more...