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Sports presenter Gabby Logan to launch National Pub Football Week

13-Aug-2003

Top sports presenter Gabby Logan is to launch National Pub Football Week along with a number of famous former internationals.Logan, who presents...

Trade group demands fresh Sky TV probe

07-Aug-2003

The Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) has demanded a new investigation into Sky's pricing arrangement with pubs.In a letter sent to...

A few weeks ago, the Morning Advertiser reported on the deci

07-Aug-2003

The judge's comments on damages seem to me be slightly odd. It's a bit like saying that if the England cricket team hadn't been outplayed by the...

Unique host turns table on his run-down boozer'

07-Aug-2003

by Claire Hu When Unique licensee David Stokes took over Windsors, in Saltburn, Cleveland, a year ago it was a run-down, male-dominated boozer that...

Adults only - soft profits 2

04-Aug-2003

Adult soft drink consumption is steadily growing, making it a lucrative marketAdults represent 67 per cent of the population and account for more...

Thirst service

01-Aug-2003

Ben McFarland looks at ways to improve your spirits status.Lack of consistency and varying quality is a problem that afflicts all alcoholic drink...

Adults only - soft profits

01-Aug-2003

The adults soft drinks market is increasing so now is the time to tap into profitThere are 31 million adults over 35 in the UK. They represent more...

Property briefs

01-Aug-2003

The Gallery Showbar in Brean, Somerset, is up for sale through Distinctive Business Agents. The business occupies a first floor site at the centre of...

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31-Jul-2003

l Yates Group has converted Yates's sites in Ealing and Sutton Coldfield to its Ha! Ha! Bar & Canteen. The company claims the junior brand is...

Drinks promos must shape up or ship out

31-Jul-2003

Local councils could be given powers to crack down on pubs if licensees refuse to run responsible drinks promotions and happy hours. The national...

Sky defends latest price increase

31-Jul-2003

Sky has defended its latest price increase for its pay-per-view football channel Premiership Plus.Licensees have spoken out against the price hike,...

SIA attacked by pub group

30-Jul-2003

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has failed to consult with the pub trade over plans to regulate door supervisors, says Andrew Nicholls,...

Premiership preview

30-Jul-2003

Our Premiership preview takes a look at the beautiful game and includes:A look at whether pubs can afford to miss out on Sky; Greene King's football...

Premiership preview: fantasy football and pub quizzes

30-Jul-2003

Pub fantasy football is a great way to encourage customer interest.While Manchester United was lifting last season's Premiership trophy pub regular...

Premiership preview: fixtures

30-Jul-2003

Sky Sports has scheduled 33 live games over the first half of the Barclaycard Premiership campaign and by the last week of October every club will...

Premiership preview: profile

30-Jul-2003

A diet of football and rugby has seen profits soar at the Archers in Gidea Park.Frank Shivers is a guv'nor who knows how to make his customers happy....

Premiership preview: Let the games begin

29-Jul-2003

Darren Barrett previews the chances of the 20 Premiership teams for the new season.ArsenalLast year: 2ndPredicted finish: 3rdManager: Arsene...

Final nail in Wales' dry' coffin

24-Jul-2003

This week's news that Welsh Sunday Polls have been abolished ends at least 120 years of historical abstinence in the Principality. It was in 1881...

Glasgow bid to cut out glass

24-Jul-2003

By John Harrington Police chiefs in Glasgow are urging licensees to ditch glass containers in a bid to cut serious attacks. Officers said that...

Your people, your profits: The first day

21-Jul-2003

by Andrew Corcoran"First impressions count" is not just a turn of phrase - it's true. Keeping staff involves ensuring their expectations are met and...

Video game tournaments

21-Jul-2003

Video game tournaments are a growing source of income for licensees. We find out more.The Bald Faced Stag in London's East Finchley was the...

Property briefs

18-Jul-2003

Ascot Inns, the Berkshire-based pub company, has opened its third A Bar 2 Far in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. The company purchased the former Bar 54,...

It pays to display!

18-Jul-2003

The following article is brought to you by Coca-Cola.Smart use of fridge and back-bar display can broaden your appeal and make soft drinks even more...

Trade backs fight against Sky's subscription hike

17-Jul-2003

An MP's campaign to get Sky to review the prices it charges publicans is being backed by the United Kingdom and Ireland Licensed Trade...

Scottish minimum pricing system could move to England

17-Jul-2003

A licensing strategy designed to break the legal deadlock over irresponsible drinks promotions is set to spread across Scotland, and could be adapted...

Technology: Beer flow monitoring systems

15-Jul-2003

A decade ago the launch of the Brulines beer flow monitoring system was greeted with suspicion by licensees.Even those who weren't the initial target...

Young's defends itself against George Best scandal

14-Jul-2003

Young's Brewery has been forced to defend itself following press accusations that George Best should not have been allowed to buy alcohol in one of...

Property briefs

11-Jul-2003

Pub company and brewer Brain's is continuing on the acquisition trail with the purchase of six pubs in Wales. It bought four former Beefeater pubs...

Ever wondered about the thinking behind major advertising ca

10-Jul-2003

The set-up: Vinnie Jones is once again in the Latin Quarter. He is in a bar where he challenges the sexy Claudia Aros to an arm-wrestling...

Champions League coverage justifies price hike, says Sky

07-Jul-2003

Sky has said that the recent Sky Sports subscription price hike is justified, due to increased Champions League coverage.Publicans are furious with...

Too late to cry wolf over bill

03-Jul-2003

Where have the pub companies and trade bodies been for the last five years? Is it really credible to believe that organisations so closely involved...

Crehan on Brink of £1m payout

03-Jul-2003

By Andrew Pring Former Inntrepreneur licensee Bernard Crehan could be set for £1.3m in damages after the judge hearing his case decided the beer tie...

Anger as Sky hikes up fees

03-Jul-2003

Sky has caused outrage among licensees by hiking up its annual subscription charge for Premiership football in pubs.The move has come with no...

BMA calls for ban on drink ads

03-Jul-2003

The British Medical Association (BMA) is calling on the government to impose a complete ban on alcohol advertising.Having successfully lobbied for an...

Cointreau signs £1m partnership deal with Classic FM and The Independent

02-Jul-2003

Maxxium UK liqueur Cointreau has signed a £1 million partnership deal with Classic FM and the Independent newspaper. The integrated multimedia...

Property briefs

02-Jul-2003

The Old Globe pub in Frome, Somerset, is popular with locals in the area. It is used by local clubs and organisations and hosts monthly quizzes,...

BBPA issues new cellar safety guide on carbon dioxide leaks

01-Jul-2003

New guidelines have been issued to help licensees work out the level of risk in their cellars in the event of an accidental carbon dioxide leak.The...

Football and music hits the right note

26-Jun-2003

The main characteristic of the lager market over the last 20 years has been the amount of money thrown at it. While TV and cinema advertising remains...

Supply difficulties upset Unique host

26-Jun-2003

by John Longden Unique is being threatened with legal action for breach of contract by a fed-up landlord experiencing supply problems from Scottish...

InfoPage: BOC Sureflow - Expert service, right up your street

26-Jun-2003

This InfoPage is an online advertorial from our sponsor BOC Sureflow.The convenient, local gas service for hassle-free, safer drinks dispense...

Property briefs

25-Jun-2003

Punch Pub Company is continuing on the acquisition trail with the purchase of the Bay Horse Inn in Ashurton, Devon (pictured). The company beat four...

No short cuts

20-Jun-2003

The following article is brought to you by McCain.Because chips feature in most meals, the way you handle them could have a massive impact on your...

Trade blow as new bill is pushed through

19-Jun-2003

The government has completely disregarded the industry's concerns over the biggest changes to licensing since the First World War.Industry bodies...

Sky could lose football rights

18-Jun-2003

Trade leaders are concerned that moves from Europe to break Sky's monopoly of Premiership football coverage could lead to higher prices for...

Technology: The pub of the future

18-Jun-2003

A new piece of research looks at how the pub industry can adapt to future trends and needs. By Phil MellowsThe atmosphere changes at the flick of a...

Marketing: Attracting and keeping customers

17-Jun-2003

With competition for customers greater than ever, attracting them to your pub - and, more importantly, getting them to come back - is vital. By Phil...