Colne launches rehabilitation scheme for banned pub drinkers
Colne residents banned from pubs and clubs will now be offered a second chance under a new scheme which is the first of its kind in the UK.
Archives for August 6, 2013
Top tips on running a music event
We all know that a noisy pub disco or karaoke is a sure-fire way of ending up before the licensing committee following a review by residents or the environmental health officer. Here are a few pointers to bear in mind if you are hosting a music event.
Wear Inns pubs to install interactive TV boxes
Wear Inns pub chain will be installing ScreachTV boxes in each of its pubs to allow licensees to create their own personalised and interactive TV channels.
Drinkaware sets out four priorities for 2013
Drinkaware, the industry-funded alcohol awareness charity, has set out its four priorities for action in 2013 in a report on its progress last year.
Adnams reports 'difficult' half-year and tenancy issues
Adnams has reported a “difficult” half-year, with operating profit for the six months to 30 June at £668,000 against £857,000 in H1 2012.
Nottingham community pub seeks support in campaign to protect venue
The community-run Nottingham pub the New White Bull has launched a campaign to save the venue after Greene King has offered the building for sale.
A statutory code could see a new beginning for the trade
Left with the choice of ‘play fair or don’t play’ the pubcos and brewers have gone into overdrive in trying to limit what might come to pass, says Simon Clarke.
Guinness harnesses new technology on fonts to engage consumers
Technology fitted to the new Guinness fonts will enable punters to instantly win free pints, as well as get involved in offers and competitions.
Welsh Government to 'seriously consider' minimum pricing
Wales could implement its own policy on minimum alcohol pricing, the Welsh Government has confirmed, after health minister Mark Drakeford admitted he was “disappointed” by the Coalition’s lack of action on the proposal.
Calling time on the War of the Roses
Roger Protz explains why peace is brewing after Mitchell’s of Lancaster took ownership of York Brewery.
Women 1st calls for views on female board quotas
Women 1st, which aims to increase the number of women in senior roles in hospitality, is calling for views on whether the Government should introduce quotas for women on boards.
East Kent Goldings hops first variety to be protected against imitation
East Kent Goldings hops have become the first variety to have their name legally protected against imitation.