Archives for March 11, 2014

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News of the Brews: get the lowdown on the best new beers

By Robyn Black

Californian craft brewer North Coast brings several of its beers to the UK for the first time, including its Thelonius ale and Old Rasputin Imperial Stout. Plus, Castle Rock releases Traffic Street Specials, Joules Brewery launches a spring special and a...

Planning loopholes put viable local pubs at risk

By Mike Benner

Despite my years of campaigning for real ale and well-run community pubs it still surprises me when I hear equally experienced people in the industry accepting that many pubs (some say thousands) still need to close to ensure a future for those remaining.