Local councils call for review of licensing system
Councils are calling on the Government to undertake a comprehensive review of the licensing regime.
Archives for February 4, 2014
Blackpool pubs should 'reconsider their business model', says leading licensing lawyer
A leading licensing barrister has suggested that Blackpool’s pubs and clubs should “reconsider their business model”, after claiming the introduction of an early morning restriction order (EMRO) would be “no death knell” for the town’s trade.
Inventive Leisure back on the acquisition trail
Inventive Leisure, the Revolution bar operator, says it now plans to return to the acquisition trail after successfully refinancing its bank facilities.
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Farm Frites launches Patatas Bravas potato cubes for pubs
Potato specialist Farm Frites has launched Patatas Bravas potato cubes, which it recommends can be topped with everything from chorizo to seasonings.
Leading trade associations raise concern about LGA call for licensing review
Leading trade associations have raised concerns about calls for a health objective to be added to the licensing regime.
Ben's Canteen wins Fuller's Great Sausage Roll Off
An All Day Breakfast Sausage Roll with a Bloody Mary shot won Fuller’s Great Sausage Roll Off competition.
Islington Council 'disappointed' by High Court ruling against pub protection policy
A London council said that it is "disappointed" by a High Court ruling, after it lost a legal challenge against plans to redevelop a pub into housing.