An ale tribute to cricket legend Fred Trueman
Due for launch early in 2010 to coincide with the unveiling of a bronze statue of the cricketing legend in the town, the beer is being developed...
Archives for October 27, 2009
Copper Dragon to honour cricket legend Freddie Trueman
North Yorkshire-based brewer Copper Dragon is to launch a new ale to honour the county's legendary cricketer Freddie Trueman. Freddie Trueman...
Luff to meet Government over pubcos
The damning report by MPs into pubcos is expected to be discussed tomorrow between Consumer Affairs Minister Kevin Brennan and Peter Luff.
The limits to pubco giving
Trying to broker an agreement with the parties involved in mediation talks between pub tenants and their landlords was described by one observer as "like herding cats", says The PMA Team.
BrewDog searches for financial director
Controversial Scottish micro-brewer BrewDog is looking to appoint a financial director, following the news it is to expand.
Pub licensee's right to reject custom
A pub landlord is not obliged to serve anyone who comes in and is willing to pay, says Peter Coulson.
Racing into 2010 with John Smith's
Pub-goers are to be invited to take a share in a race horse as part of a major new promotion from John Smith's. Every drinker buying a pint of John...
Threat of global sanctions
It has become something of a cliché to say that drinking is the new smoking, says Peter Coulson.
7.7% of town centre pubs closed this year
A total of 7.7% of town centre pubs and bars closed from January to September this year, according to a new survey.
Culture Secretary: Pubs are part of the solution
Community pubs must be seen as part of the solution to solving alcohol related issues, according to Culture Secretary Ben Bradshaw. In an interview...
'Some 'born to enjoy drinking more than others'
Some people are born to enjoy drinking alcohol more than others, a new study shows. Separate genes which raise the risks of becoming hooked on...