‘Traditional’ Christmas dinner still off Wetherspoon's menu
Pub giant JD Wetherspoon (JDW) will not be offering ‘traditional’ Christmas dinners on its menus for the second year in a row.
Archives for October 19, 2017
‘Migrant workers can stay,’ says PM
Pubs employing EU migrants will be allowed to maintain their contracts once the UK leaves the European Union, Prime Minister Theresa May has confirmed for the first time.
Reborn Hofmeister beer crowned best lager of 2017
A revived Bavarian Helles lager has won the title of Best Lager at the International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC) 2017.
More investment for Sharp’s Brewery
Molson Coors-owned Sharp’s Brewery has outlined expansion plans in recently filed accounts, which show growing sales and pre-tax profits.
Portobello Road launches 'world's first' festive turkey gin
London craft gin makers Portobello Road Gin has announced the release of its third Director’s Cut gin.
Autumn Budget 2017
Pub industry at risk without major tax changes, warn pub groups
The future of pubs and thousands of jobs linked to them are at risk if the Chancellor does not tackle “disproportionate” taxes in the Autumn Budget next month, a joint letter from eight leading pub organisations has said.
Booker/Tesco deal creates opportunities for pubs
The merger of foodservice wholesaler Booker and supermarket Tesco will mean pubs will have an improved choice, quality, price and service, according to the Booker chief executive.
£350k Slug & Lettuce refurb creates 12 new jobs
Stonegate Pub Company-owned Slug & Lettuce bar concept is pumping £350,000 into the renovation of its St Albans site, which will create 12 new pub jobs.
International Gin and Tonic Day
Real #GinProblems pubs can help customers avoid
Brits have taken to Twitter to vent their real-life and sometimes worrying gin problems, which range from no tonic to too much gin choice. Here are #GinProblems pubs can help their customers avoid this International Gin and Tonic Day.