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Archives for May 22, 2018
PCA inquiry session: BEIS committee calls for evidence
A one-off evidence session into whether the pubs code is working will be held by the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Committee on 26 June 2018 with pubs code adjudicator (PCA) Paul Newby and his deputy Fiona Dickie.
Regional focus on...Wales
Our regional focus looks at the best pubs and bars available across Wales.
Hazard spotting: staying on top of health and safety regulations
A look at the most common health and safety pitfalls for pubs, and how to navigate them without tripping up.
Former GBPA best newcomers complete £20,000 beer garden revamp
The new owners of the Crown in Stanwix, Carlisle, have announced the reopening of the pub’s beer garden after a £20,000 makeover and collaboration with an international graffiti artist.
New £140m Macallan distillery unveiled
Edrington, the international premium spirits company, has revealed a new £140m distillery and visitor experience for The Macallan.
Pubs give taxman £70m royal wedding boost
The Treasury is thought to have benefited to the tune of £70m from successful pub trading over the royal wedding weekend.
Small Bar Cardiff closure ‘a strategic decision’ says Left Handed Giant boss
Small Bar, the popular craft beer bar in Cardiff, is to close its doors, as the team behind the venue seeks to focus on its new brewpub venture and expansion in Bristol.
Pub that poisoned 62 diners awarded zero food-hygiene rating at re-inspection
A Somerset pub where more than 60 diners fell ill earlier this year has been awarded a zero food-hygiene rating, at a subsequent inspection.
Portman Group calls for clarity on ‘confusing’ low-alcohol descriptors
Drinks watchdog The Portman Group has urged the Government to simplify the terms used to describe low and no-alcohol beverages and provide “much-needed clarity and consistency”.
Last chance to enter 2018 UKHospitality operations managers awards
Only a few weeks remain for the hospitality industry to submit nominations for the 2018 UKHospitality operations managers awards.
Two pubcos threaten PCA with judicial reviews over MRO advice
The pubs code adjudicator (PCA) faces potential court action from Greene King and Ei Group – both of which dispute the legality of advice given for the market-rent-only (MRO) option.
Smokestack barman wins big at Southern Comfort cocktail competition
Smokestack barman Lee Jones was applauded to victory last night as he beat five other bartenders to become the UK winner of Southern Comfort’s Southern Showdown.