Labelling on sugary drinks dubbed a 'public health scandal'
The labelling of sugary drinks has been lambasted as a “scandal” by politician Tom Watson and campaigners.
Archives for December 17, 2018
Will canned wine replace bottles?
Canned wine looks set to become one of the biggest alcohol trends of 2019 as Millennials opt for smaller measures to avoid binge drinking.
Strike staff claim 'win for workers' after JDW pay rise
JD Wetherspoon employees at pubs in Brighton said their pay rise of 60p per hour proved their strike action had been a success.
Mallets nails Glastonbury partnership
Somerset cider Mallets has announced an exclusive four-year partnership with Glastonbury Festival.
Could you eat ‘world’s biggest’ Christmas dinner?
A pub has rustled up what it claims is the ‘world’s biggest’ Christmas dinner – a 16,500-calorie feast featuring a ‘turkey heavier than a baby’.
How Coca-cola plans to paint the world red
When you hear the words ‘holidays are coming’ on TV, you know exactly what the advert is without looking and that Coca-Cola is driving that big red rig. Here is how the soft drinks behemoth is looking to the future.
This pub wants to pay you £500 for pigs in blankets 'taste test'
A pub has announced it is searching for a taster for its pigs in blankets and has offered £500 as payment for taking the 'taste test'.
Finding the right solution to demand for great mixers
When you add a tonic or soft drink to a spirit, the majority of the beverage is now the mixer so it makes sense to use the best that is available. It’s been a good year for mixers and there is no end to the innovation taking place.
Hospitality businesses to help staff avoid ‘payday poverty’ cycle
Hospitality and leisure businesses have pledged to tackle staff anxiety over festive finances by rolling out a ‘get-paid-as-you-go’ flexible income service to around 4,500 staff nationwide.
Close to 2,000 Welsh pubs to benefit from rates relief scheme
The Welsh government has announced that it will invest £23.6m to extend its high street business rates relief scheme in 2019-20.