Archives for November 27, 2012

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Mitchells and Butlers reports like-for-like sales increase

By John Harrington

Mitchells & Butlers (M&B), the managed operator, has reported a 2.1% rise in like-for-like sales in the year to 29 September, a year in which the company said it has initiated "significant cultural change".

Pubs to see faster planning permission appeals

By Gurjit Degun

Licensees in England are a step closer to seeing a faster and more transparent approach to planning permission appeals, as the Government begins a consultation on the issue.

On-trade wine sales fall as prices surge

By Robyn Black

Years of relentless price increases in pubs, bars and restaurants have led to falling sales of wine in the on-trade, according to a new report by Accolade Wines.

The real cost of repairing your pub

By Robert Sayles

“Hello there. I’m Dr. Frasier Crane. Welcome to another show dedicated to the beleaguered publican. Today we’ve got an open agenda, so feel free to ring in with any problems, or perhaps I should say misunderstandings you might be experiencing with your...