Archives for June 25, 2020

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Big challenges for small operators

Big challenges for small operators

By Ed Bedington

While the news that distancing measures were being relaxed from 2m to 1m is being celebrated, for some operators, even 1m is going to be a challenge.

One-off July MA500 agenda revealed

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One-off July MA500 agenda revealed

By Nikkie Thatcher

The Morning Advertiser (MA) is set to host a special edition of the MA500 conference this summer, as pubs begin to reopen and adapt to the changed marketplace.

Young’s taps investors for £88.4m

Young’s taps investors for £88.4m

By Stuart Stone

London-based pub operator and brewer Young’s Pubs has raised gross proceeds of £88.4m through a share placing as it prepares to resume trading.

Red tape slashed to simplify outdoor service for pubs

Red tape slashed to simplify outdoor service for pubs

By Nikkie Thatcher

The Government has introduced simpler licensing processes for outdoor seating for pubs in a bid to make it easier for people to safely eat and drink outside and in turn, help operators bounce back from the coronavirus lockdown amid reopening.

Butcombe to reopen pubs from 8 July

Butcombe to reopen pubs from 8 July

By Stuart Stone

Liberation Group owned brewer and pub operator Butcombe Brewing Co has revealed that three of its pubs will resume trading on 8 July as part of a staggered opening schedule.

Scottish beer gardens to reopen on 6 July

Scottish beer gardens to reopen on 6 July

By Nikkie Thatcher

Scotland’s outdoor hospitality areas such as beer gardens are poised to reopen on 6 July – nine days before inside use is to be permitted.

How to serve the perfect pint of Guinness

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How to serve the perfect pint of Guinness

By Nicholas Robinson

Being the granddaddy of beer, Guinness is held to a high standard by consumers across the UK who will expect their first draught pint of the world-famous stout to be perfect on their return to the pub. But what exactly does that entail?