Mandatory code: Consultation on how alcohol is sold and supplied
The Home Office has finally published its consultation paper on the much-heralded code of practice for alcohol retailers, to be brought into force by...
Archives for June 4, 2009
Government intervention in pub sector should be avoided, says Fuller's boss
Government interference in the pub industry following publication of the BEC report should be avoided at all cost, according to Michael Turner,...
Tips and Troncs: The law on tipping and troncs is changing. Make sure you don't get caught out
TroncsHarry's Bar is one of many clubs that operate the 'tronc' system. A 'tronc' is an arrangement to collect and distribute service charges, tips...
Peroni offers chance to win bespoke fashion items
Italian beer brand Peroni is offering punters the chance to win bespoke fashion gear designed by Antonio Beradi. The Peroni-Beradi collection,...
Turner: beer tie inquiry hugely damaging
Fuller's chairman Michael Turner has warned of the negative consequences of a referral of the beer tie to the Competition Commission. He said the...
EU prepared to alter beer tie
The EU has indicated its upcoming review of the beer tie could lead to changes in how the tie fits within European competition law. It also revealed...
Peer: mandatory code will stigmatise pubs
The mandatory code on alcohol is "potentially punitive" and will "stigmatise" well run pubs, according to one Peer. Pubs received welcome support...
Fuller's profits dip in tough market
Fuller's has reported a one per cent fall in profits for the year to the end of March, but said this represented a "strong performance in tough...
Fuller's reports solid results
London brewer and retailer Fuller's has reported solid full-year results with profit before tax down just 1% to £22.8m. Revenue was up 3% to £210m...
Tory MP holds office in JDW pub
Conservative MP and Shadow Minister for the Enviromnent, Anne McIntosh, held an hour-long surgery at a Wetherspoon's pub in Thirsk, in her north...
Fair Pint accuses Tuppen of "cynicism
Campaign group Fair Pint has accused Enterprise Inns chief Ted Tuppen of "breathtaking cynicism" for suggesting that licensees need a support group,...
Camra launches new Good Beer Guide Belgium
The Campaign for Real Ale (Camra) is celebrating the release of the new edition of its Good Beer Guide Belgium.
Unpaid bills put paid to Cobra Beer
Mounting unpaid bills were behind Bedford brewer Wells & Youngs' (W&Y) decision to cease production of Cobra lager three weeks ago.Cobra...
Mark Daniels: The Beer Tie, Big Brother, and Clarkson for PM!
Should MPs Decide The Fate of the Pub? Watching the Government melt before my very eyes on the news last night I couldn't help but think that a...