Tesco defends itself against binge-drinking charge
Tesco has been forced to respond after Labour MP John Grogan labelled its chief executive "the godfather of British binge-drinking".The chairman of...
Archives for December 6, 2007
Village pubs' anger over cigarette machine ban
Rural pubs have slammed new government plans which could see a blanket ban on cigarette vending machines. The proposals come as part of a five-year...
A refreshing move by Marston's
Stories that end up in the press have to be seen as a form of publicity for the company involved. So to say the Marston's Classic Beers scheme (see...
Government prepared to act on below cost sales
Health minister says the Government is "prepared to change the law"
Pubs to get Xmas boost, survey claims
Pubs could be set for a Merry Christmas after a survey revealed that consumers will spend 18 per cent more than last year on going out. Despite...
Pubs warned over 'F gas' regulations
New regulations to combat climate change mean licensees must carry out regular checks on cellar coolers and other refrigeration equipment.Nearly...
Grogan calls for supermarket code of practice
John Grogan MP has called on supermarkets to come up with a code of practice against irresponsible promotions, in a Parlaimentarty debate today.After...
Keg deposit scheme will be cash-neutral
The forthcoming keg-deposit scheme will be "cash-neutral" for licensees
Marston's takes classical line
Marston's Beer Company has unveiled a Classic Beers range, designed to bring beer back to its roots and help drinkers better understand different...
Pubs set for Christmas boost?
Consumers are planning to spend 18% more in pubs and restaurants this Christmas, says Deloitte
Murphy case remains in the balance
A High Court test case on foreign satellite football hangs in the balance after the judges involved said they needed time to consider their views....