Archives for July 10, 2017

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VOA promises to improve challenge and appeal processes for rates

By Georgina Townshend

The Government’s Valuation Office Agency (VOA) said it is working to improve its check, challenge, appeal (CCA) service “as quickly as possible” after complaints from publicans that the website is “not fit for purpose”, leaving businesses which are...

Black Sheep Brewery launches first lager

By Nicholas Robinson

North Yorkshire’s Black Sheep Brewery has created its first ever lager, 54 Degrees North, which has been lauded as a new chapter for the brewer.

The nation’s favourite pies revealed

By Nikkie Sutton

A mixture of sweet and savoury pies varied throughout the nation, according to a survey conducted by delivery company Hungry House.

BBPA releases latest operating cost guide for pubs

By James Wallin, MCA

Operating costs for tied pubs accounted for between 33% and 40% of total turnover last year, according to the British Beer and Pub Association's (BBPA) latest edition of its operating cost guide.

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New pubs minister finally confirmed

By Ed Bedington & Michelle Perrett

Jake Berry, Conservative MP for Rossendale and Darwen, has confirmed he's been appointed to the role of pubs minister, the Morning Advertiser can reveal.

Crimes against pub food revealed

By Nikkie Sutton

From dodgy plate designs to seasonal frivolity, leading pub chefs and patrons tell The Morning Advertiser what their pet peeves are when it comes to serving pub food.