Archives for July 23, 2021

MA's review of the week

‘Pingdemic’ staff shortages pose question over which pubs to ‘sacrifice’

The Morning Advertiser’s Ed Bedington and Liberation Group’s Jayson Perfect reflect on a week’s worth of pub sector headlines following ‘Freedom Day’ on 19 July.

40% of beer deliveries at risk as workers balloted on strike action

Beer delivery drivers and warehouse staff are to decide whether or not to strike over pay and Covid measures.

Calls for pubs to enter Great Roast competition

The search for the nation’s best roast dinner is on where prizes include a £3,000 catering voucher, PR support and a photoshoot.

New product round-up

Greenwich Spirits Company unveils debut gin, non-alcoholic mojito variants launch in Young’s Pubs

The latest batch of new drinks launches include more pours from Greenwich Spirits Company, The Balvenie, Hi-Spirits and Square Root.

Night czar warns of 'conflict on the doors' amid calls for vaccine passport details

Night time economy adviser for Greater Manchester, Sacha Lord, has called on the Government to urgently provide details on vaccination requirements for venues.