Archives for March 31, 2009

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How to finance a pub purchase

You want to get into the pub trade, but you've heard banks aren't lending. Perhaps you are already in the trade and want to expand or take on a pub...

Government acts on rates burden

By John Harrington

The Government has agreed to reduce increases in business rates and help licensees hit by the scrapping of transitional rate relief. The 5% increase...

Trade union hits out at pubcos

By James Wilmore

Trade union GMB has added its voice to calls for an end to the beer tie, pointing to figures showing more than 1,000 pubco-owned pubs have closed in...

'Cig machines face axe in pubs'

Cigarette vending machines could be banned from pubs and clubs if landmark court cases succeed.Salford council is prosecuting two firms which install...

Interpub director receives MBE

By Ewan Turney

Interpub human resources director Franca Knowles has been awarded an honorary MBE for services to hospitality training. Knowles was born in Holland...

Pub manager saves guests from inferno

A pub manager has been hailed a hero after helping guests escape safely from a fire caused by an arson attack.Andrew Ward, manager of the Wadworth...

Minister stands firm on minimum pricing

By James Wilmore

The government is standing firm in its opposition to minimum pricing and insists a mandatory code can help tackle alcohol-related problems. Home...

Diageo launches margarita mix

Diageo has added its weight to the pre-mix cocktail market with a new Jose Cuervo margarita product.To make a margarita with the mix, barstaff need...