British Beer & Pub Association to hold an MP dinner during the Labour Party Conference
The British Beer & Pub Association North West region is holding a dinner during the Labour Party Conference in Manchester.
Archives for September 25, 2012
Legal tips: How to deal with negative press about your pub
I am constantly amazed at the ever-increasing power that consumers have over the reputation of businesses in the hospitality sector. I was reminded of this a few weeks ago when I heard that a restaurateur was suing a blogger for remarks made online.
Chicago’s aims for rollout of nightclub brand
Atmosphere Bars & Clubs, the 26-strong nightclub operator backed by Sun Capital Partners, is looking to roll out its Chicago’s brand via franchise to 50 sites within the next three years, chief executive Paul Harbottle has told M&C Report.
MPs calling for fairer pub business rates for pubs need to clear in demands
Politicians looking to improve pub business rates must make it clear what they are asking the Government for, according to business rates specialist Michael Yass, director at Chesterton Humberts.
Trust Inns posts sharp profits fall
Trust Inns, the c.600-strong pub business owned by leisure magnate Trevor Hemmings, has reported a sharp fall in full-year pre-tax profits after paying higher interest payments and incurring a £1.9m impairment charge following a £6m property value...
Shepherd Neame reports steep rise in pre-tax profit and record turnover
Shepherd Neame, the Kent-based brewer and pub operator, has reported a 39.7% rise in pre-tax profit and record turnover that increased 9.6% to £133m for the 53 weeks to 30 June on the back of acquisitions and rising like-for-likes.
Chelsea pub the Cross Keys saved from closure
An historic pub in Chelsea, west London, has been saved from closure by the Planning Inspectorate after the owner sought to turn the site into housing.