How can licensees tackle high rent?
The Morning Advertiser sought advice from Slater and Gordon lawyers on where licensees stood when it came to challenging high rent.
Archives for January 24, 2018
Do pubs have a new pubs code minister?
MP Richard Harrington has confirmed he is the new minister overlooking the pubs code, and said he is "listening very eagerly" to concerns.
Pubs code adjudicator and pubcos slammed by MP
An MP has blasted the behaviour of pubcos and the work of the pubs code adjudicator in a Westminster Hall debate, calling for adjudicator Paul Newby to be replaced and for a tougher approach to legislation.
Brewer announces price freeze for 250 pubs
Lancashire-based brewer and operator Thwaites is freezing the price of its beer sold to its tenants across its 250 leased and tenanted estate, for the second year in a row.
Hop Stuff Brewery launches third round of crowdfunding
London-based Hop Stuff Brewery is to launch a third round of crowdfunding to further expand its taproom business, managing director James Yeomans has confirmed.
Beer Merchants Tap announces opening date
The Beer Merchants Tap, the new Hackney Wick taproom, bottle shop, training centre and blendery from beer distributors Cave Direct, is to open its doors on 24 February.
Ei to introduce biodegradable straws to entire pub estate
Ei Group is set to introduce a new biodegradable straw to its entire Ei Managed Operations estate - becoming the latest major pubco to join the fight against plastics.
Westons launches new design for Stowford Press low-alcohol cider
Premium cider maker Westons has revamped the packaging of its low-alcohol cider brand Stowford Press LA, as it seeks to tap into the trend towards drinking in moderation.
Tim Martin accuses CBI and BRC of ‘trying to fool the public and MPs’
JD Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin made claims against the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) and the British Retail Consortium (BRC) in the pub giant’s second quarter trading update – which yielded better-than-expected sales and underlying profit...
Scotch Egg Challenge returns for 2018
The Scotch Egg Challenge will return at Young’s pub the Canonbury in Islington, north London, next month (21 February).
Outrage after JDW cancels Steak Night due to 'supply issues'
Customers have been angered by JD Wetherspoon (JDW) after the pub giant pulled sirloin, rump and gammon steak from its menus.
LoneWolf launches a free gin and tonic vending machine on the streets of London
Scottish distillery LoneWolf has installed a vending machine in London, giving away free cans of its pre-mixed gin and tonic.
CAMRA chairman is not 'bailing out'
Outgoing Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) chairman Colin Valentine has dismissed rumours he is "bailing out" on the organisation, saying he is "quietly" confident the Revitalisation Project will succeed.
How the Government could 'revitalise' gaming machine sector for pubs
Industry bodies have called on the Government to look at a number of key aspects that could "revitalise the gaming machine sector" for pubs, including raising the stakes and prizes and slashing red tape and fees for venues.