Archives for May 16, 2012

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Here comes the sun... time for a positive outlook

By Mike Berry

Foreign Secretary William Hague’s recent message to business to stop complaining about the parlous state of the economy and “work harder” has gone down like the proverbial lead balloon.

Marston's reports rise in revenues

By John Harrington, M&C Report

Marston’s, the brewer and pub operator, has reported a 7.6% rise in revenues to £342.1m in the 26 weeks to 31 March after reporting growth in all its divisions.

Health & safety in pubs: Top Tips

An unclean venue is undoubtedly a turn-off for consumers and operators can no longer conceal below-par conditions since the introduction of the food hygiene rating scheme (FHRS).