Archives for August 16, 2011

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Riot hit pubs: get your rates appeal in now

By Gurjit Degun

Pubs that have been affected during the riots are being urged to lodge appeals with their local Valuation Office for a reduction in business rates.

Carlsberg sees 7% drop in UK volumes

By John Harrington, M&C Report

Carlsberg has reported a 7% drop in UK volumes on last year for the six months to 30 June due to a tough comparable period.

Livebookings takes on Groupon

By Ewan Turney

Online table reservation company Livebookings has launched a new daily deals website in a bid to take on Groupon in the restaurant and pub sector....

Marching to an indie tune

By Pete Brown

The hipsters are starting to look backwards and mix and match their taste cues to assume an independent air and give off vibes of counter-culture, writes Pete Brown.

Riots: pubs vow to 'buy a bobby a beer'

By Michelle Perrett

Pubs across London have joined a campaign called 'Buy a Bobby a Beer' — pledging to thank the emergency services for their help during the riots....

Pints, camera, action!

By Roger Protz

CAMRA is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year and to emphasise the point a film has been launched that traces the history of the movement and its success in saving cask beer, reports Roger Protz.

BII pub apprenticeship call

By Adam Pescod

A new government-funded apprenticeship scheme launched by BII and People 1st yesterday has been lauded as "the answer" to establishing the pub industry as a viable career path for young people.