Wadworth launches 2.8% ABV beer
Wadworth is launching a 2.8% ABV beer which will be on sale in their pubs during January.
Archives for December 20, 2011
Lewis ups stake in M&B again
Joe Lewis, the largest shareholder in Mitchells & Butlers (M&B), has upped his stake in the managed pub operator for the second time in a week, further fuelling speculation that he will mount a further bid for the company next year.
GMB calls for trading standards action over 'under-filled' pints
The GMB has called on a range of trading standards offices to take action against pubs serving short pints.
Admiral reports "transformational year"
Admiral Taverns, the 1,300-strong tenanted pub company, wiped a further £76.7m off its debt in the year to May 2011, as it trimmed its estate by 16.3% and reported a 6.9% rise in turnover per pub.
Investigation: Stratford pubs feel the pinch from Westfield opening
Pubs in Stratford are feeling the pinch since the opening of the new Westfield shopping centre in September, with some licensees reporting a downturn of up to 70%.