Operations

Private Security Industry Act 2001

01-Aug-2001

The passing of the Private Security Industry Act 2001 should see some radical changes in the way doorstaff in pubs, bars and clubs operate...

Sky announces prices for forthcoming football season

01-Aug-2001

Sky has announced its latest prices for the new season - which it says are its fairest yet.But many licensees are still unhappy, claiming excessively...

A feast of football - preview of the 2001/2 season

01-Aug-2001

This football season looks set to be a winner for publicans, with more live matches than ever being shown on TV. Phil Mellows sees what's on...

The 2001/2 football season

01-Aug-2001

With just over a week to go until the 2001/02 football season, excitement is buildingthePublican.com's Darren Barrett reviews last year's football...

TV fixtures for 2001/2 football season

01-Aug-2001

Barclaycard Premiership - live on SkyAugustSun 19Man Utd v FulhamMon 20Everton v Tottenham Tues 21Arsenal v LeedsSun 26Newcastle v SunderlandMon...

Fantasy football

01-Aug-2001

Fantasy football is a great way to attract punters to your pubWhen the football fans in your pub start thinking about promotion, then so should you -...

Staff discipline

01-Aug-2001

The benefits of a planned approach to discipline can be outstanding - a happier workforce with lower staff turnover, better customer relations and...

Put your feet up and help prevent varicose veins

31-Jul-2001

Licensees and barstaff who spend a lot of time on their feet risk developing unsightly and uncomfortable varicose veins, but the problem can be...

Marketing - using the internet to grow your trade

27-Jul-2001

John Porter looks at the growing range of ways that licensees can use computers and the internet to show customers what is on offer in their...

EC launches investigation into Sky agreeements

24-Jul-2001

ITV Digital's ongoing battle with Sky has led to the European Commission (EC) launching an investigation.Officials are to look into Sky's...

Exiting Curnock Cook speaks at BII annual lunch

24-Jul-2001

The British Institute of Innkeeping's annual lunch this week (July 23) marked the forthcoming departure of BII director Mary Curnock Cook. Ms Curnock...

Paying tax

19-Jul-2001

Keeping the taxman happy is less of a challenge if you plan properly and take advantage of the many sources of help available. Tax adviser Mike Brown...

W&DB agrees two-year deal with Derby County FC

18-Jul-2001

Wolverhampton & Dudley Breweries (W&DB) has taken time out from fending off a hostile takeover bid from Pubmaster to announce a two-year deal...

Are in-outlet promotions ineffective?

17-Jul-2001

A recent report has claimed that traditional below the line promotionsare ineffective. Ben McFarland investigates some new approachesThere can be few...

48-hour working week loophole to be closed

17-Jul-2001

A loophole in the European Working Time regulations allowing people to work more than the designated 48-hour week is to be closed.The 1999...

Smuggler finally jailed for £7m alcohol fraud

17-Jul-2001

A man reputed to be Britain's most audacious alcohol smuggler is finally behind bars.Samuel Lord of Penny Hedge in Barton-on-Sea, New Milton in...

Events - Administrators' FAQs

13-Jul-2001

Adding and Editing Courses and EventsFrequently Asked QuestionsFAQ 1: How do I add a course?FAQ 2: How do I edit course details?FAQ 3: What is a...

Events - Users' FAQs

13-Jul-2001

Searching for Courses and Events: Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ 1: How do I use the Quick Search?FAQ 2: How do I use Advanced Search?FAQ 3: What do...

Summer anti-drink drive campaign launched

12-Jul-2001

A Bristol pub has been chosen as the venue to launch a new summer anti drink-drive campaign.The scheme, organised by the Health Promotion Service...

Good bookkeeping = successful business

03-Jul-2001

A simple routine will help you keep the books in good order and provide you with a strong framework for a successful business, advises Stephen...

HSE figures reveal majority of accidents go unreported

03-Jul-2001

More than two thirds of accidents in the catering sector go unreported, according to the latest figures available from the Health and Safety...

Barbecue safety

02-Jul-2001

While a barbecue offers many benefits to a licensee, it is vital that high standards of food safety and hygiene are observed when cooking...

Catering equipment

02-Jul-2001

Equipping a pub kitchen is a major expenditure - and it is essential to ensure the equipment you buy can do the job you need it to and has adequate...

Telecom systems

02-Jul-2001

It's good to talk - Geoff Tyler looks at the ways that different phone systems can help publicans communicate with their suppliers and customers. At...

Trade associations

28-Jun-2001

The support and experience of other people in the same situation can be of huge benefit to a licensee when the pressure is on. John Porter looks at...

Coping with stress

27-Jun-2001

Running a pub is a demanding occupation and while it may not be possible to eliminate stress entirely, steps can be taken to minimise the effects it...

Sky faces axe over summer

25-Jun-2001

Companies pull satellite TV from majority of their pubsPub companies are pulling Sky out of a majority of their outlets over the summer because they...

Trade campaigns to update PEL system

21-Jun-2001

Licensees join lobby group in fight to update entertainment licenceThe pub trade is campaigning for a radical change to the Public Entertainment...

Still no end to country crisis

19-Jun-2001

Forum highlights long-term foot-and-mouth effectsThe full impact of the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak has yet to be felt on the property market,...

Foot-and-mouth hits tourist jobs

07-Jun-2001

Outbreak expected to have wider consequences says latest CBI surveyHuge job losses and a big drop in confidence are expected in the tourism industry...

Teams let down as Jumbo Quiz goes into liquidation

07-Jun-2001

National pub quiz goes into liquidation due to lack of supportPub quiz teams across the country were facing disappointment this week after it was...

Alcohol abuse

05-Jun-2001

Licensees and barstaff are nearly four times more likely than the general population to die from liver cirrhosis, which is principally caused by...

Using the internet

05-Jun-2001

There's no escaping the internet these days, but aside from the personal aspects, is it of any use to the licensed trade? We examine the three...

Finding an accountant

01-Jun-2001

The decision on who you employ as an accountant can be as important to your future as the choice of which pub you run.Choosing an accountant is one...

Understanding maternity and sick pay

01-Jun-2001

For any small business, dealing with sickness or maternity issues can be time-consuming - but an understanding attitude can pay dividends when it...

Justice Bill wording victory

01-Jun-2001

The trade has won a partial victory in its battle for changes to the Criminal Justice and Police Bill.The final version of the bill includes a...

Lenders bank on your skills

31-May-2001

If you work in a pub, your experience could make it easier to buy your own business, writes loans expert Patrick Ryan.Many people who work in the pub...

Crisis continues to hit rural pub trade

31-May-2001

Trade still suffering from disease despite Government assurancesThe foot-and-mouth crisis is continuing to devastate the rural pub trade, despite the...

Premium league

29-May-2001

Pre-mixed spirits have been the success story of the last decade. Ben McFarland investigates the PPS' past and future.Whether you like it or not and...

Reform Bill 'is backward step'

24-May-2001

Licensees are better off under the existing licensing regime than they would be under the proposed reforms, according to trade campaigners.Speaking...

Nomura boss slams industry low pay

24-May-2001

Trade leaders have urged employers to drive up pay and improve working conditions in a bid to tackle the problem of high staff turnover.Speaking at...

Prince Charles pays rural tribute

23-May-2001

The Prince of Wales stressed the importance of community pubs coming up with novel ways to attract new business, during a visit to St Austell Brewery...

Trade blasts Government's foot-and-mouth scheme

23-May-2001

The pub trade has hit out at a Government scheme to help rural businesses affected by the foot-and-mouth crisis.Mary Curnock Cook, director of the...

Equal measures - call time on sex discrimination

22-May-2001

Hilary Slater, solicitor for the Equal Opportunities Commission, urges licensees to call time on sex discriminationIn 1982 a Mrs French sued and won...

An ice little earner

22-May-2001

Better use of ice in drinks can be a winner for pubsFaced with the prospect of forking out a thousand pounds or so for an ice making machine, the...

How low can you go?

21-May-2001

Low alcohol beers have been out of favour for around a decade. Ben McFarland investigates how the category is trying to revive its fortunes.It would...

Time to take stock?

18-May-2001

Stocktakers are among the unsung heroes of the licensed trade.Do you know your Arse from your Almendrado? Can you tell a widgeon from a pigeon?...

Public entertainment

17-May-2001

Q For many years I have offered live music at my pub by way of one man playing his guitar and singing alone to a backing tape. This has always been...

ITV to launch pub sport rival

17-May-2001

Digital package to take on Sky with cut-price subscription feeITVDigital has become the first broadcaster to challenge Sky's dominance in the pub...

Diageo targets mobile phones with Nightfly

17-May-2001

Nightfly service to attract drinkers via text messagesDiageo has announced the launch of Nightfly, a new text-message based service designed to drive...