Pub chefs warned to buy food carefully to combat inflation
Pub chefs have been urged to make good buying choices as a defence against ‘runaway food inflation’.
Archives for June 13, 2013
Top tips on preventing manual handling injuries
How many of your employees regularly move heavy objects such as casks, food supplies, bottle crates or rubbish bags on a daily basis? Typically, you and your staff will think nothing of it, looking at it as just a part of your daily duties, but many...
MA300: New Moon Pub Company aims for eight sites within 15 months
New Moon Pub Company is planning to have eight sites open in the next 12-15 months.
Greene King admits second thoughts over Flame Grill pub sign branding
Greene King has admitted is reviewing its decision to change traditional pub signs with modern ones across its 85-strong Flame Grill branded estate.
Lobbying for a VAT cut? Time for a reality check
Say it ‘ain’t so Andrew?” wrote the Publican’s Morning Advertiser’s esteemed editor when I expressed doubts about the prospects of the campaign to cut VAT to 5% for the hospitality sector. “Oh, why have you forsaken us Andrew? What do you know that I...
Otley Brewing first Welsh brewery to back Fair Deal for Your Local
Otley Brewing has become the first Welsh brewery to back the Fair Deal for Your Local (FDFL) campaign which aims to ensure the Government gives pubs a fair deal.
UK on-trade to lose more than 7,700 outlets over next five years
The UK on-trade will shrink by a further 7,704 outlets over the next five years, with most closures coming in the next two years, according to new predictions from CGA.
Statutory code: majority of licensees tied to major pubcos want guest beer option
Licensees tied to the major pubcos should be able to stock a guest beer, a new survey of licensees by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has said.
MA300: McMullens boss accuses Government of 'rape and pillaging' the industry
The MD of McMullens has accused the Government of “rape and pillaging” pub businesses with its taxation policies.
Top tips on electrical safety in your pub
More than 1,000 accidents at work each year are as a result of electric shock or burns from electrical equipment. As an employer, it’s your duty to ensure that your workplace is maintained in a safe condition. Here are some top tips to help you ensure...