Shaftesbury reports 'unprecedented' demand from F&B operators
Property landlord Shaftesbury says that there has been an “unprecedented demand” in its properties from food and beverage (F&B) operators, which now account for one-third of its income.
Archives for December 3, 2013
Legal Q&A: Capital allowances
Licensed businesses could be missing out on substantial sums in tax relief as the low profile of capital allowances and the complexity of the rules have resulted in billions of pounds being unused. Our legal Q&A explains how to unlock tax relief for your...
Police arrest man in connection with illegal Premier League broadcasts
A Nottingham man has been arrested on suspicion of selling devices that allow pubs to illegally broadcast Premier League football matches on a Saturday afternoon.
5 festive licensing tips for pubs
With Christmas fast approaching, now is the time to check your entertainment programme for the festive period is above board. Here are 5 tips for ensuring you and your customers have a very merry Christmas.
Aston Manor joins PM on China trade mission
Aston Manor Cider accompanied the Prime Minister David Cameron on his recent trade mission to China.
Greene King reports like-for-like sales up 3.5%
Greene King, the brewer and pub operator, has reported a 3.5% rise in like-for-like sales in the 24 weeks to 13 October and said it’s planning a further 90 acquisitions for its managed retail estate over the next 18 months.
New pub class 'would create red tape woe'
Pub property agents have said creating a new planning class for traditional pubs would be difficult to implement and increase unwanted red tape, after a recent report suggested introducing a new category for more responsible outlets.
The Big Interview: Clive Watson, City Pub Company
Entrepreneur Clive Watson has an enviable record of founding and selling pubcos – and his latest venture, City Pub Company, is shaping up very well so far. Mike Berry finds out what fuels Watson’s vision.
Petra Wetzel: Glaswegian heart with a German head
Petra Wetzel has achieved jaw-dropping success with the German-style WEST brewery in Glasgow, and there is even more to come, as Roger Protz discovers.
Licensees warned to be alert over Christmas crime risk
Licensees and operators have been warned to be alert to the increased risk of crime as the Christmas period approaches.
Oakman Inns & Restaurants raises £5.5m for further expansion
Oakman Inns & Restaurants, the Peter Borg-Neal-led group, has raised £5.5m for further expansion and announced the appointment of Joseph Evans, currently financial controller of Whitbread Hotel and Restaurant Division, as its new finance director.