Shepherd Neame announces 10% rent deduction for its licensees
Shepherd Neame has announced a 10% rent deduction for its licensees from 1 January 2022 in light of the Governments new ‘Plan B’ restrictions and damage to consumer confidence.
Archives for December 16, 2021
NTIA urges the Chancellor to 'come out of hiding'
The Night-Time Industries Associations (NTIA) has called on the Chancellor to "come out of hiding" following a week of "sledgehammer" announcements for the sector, and outline how hospitality businesses will be supported through the Omicron wave of the...
Pubs left to 'scrimp and save' following new restrictions
Pubs have been left to scrimp and save wherever possible to the detriment of their customers in the aftermath of Omicron, according to a Stockton-on-Tees licensee.
Kerridge: ‘Hospitality is being hung out to dry yet again’
Celebrity chef Tom Kerridge has revealed 654 cancellations at one of his sites to shine light on industry-wide problems caused by the UK Government’s “mixed messages” about the Omicron variant.
Support needed now, not later, pub boss warns
Further Government support ahead of any future potential restrictions is “critical” for the pub sector, according to one of the UK’s leading operators.
‘Hospitality is the victim’ of Gov’s indecision
The UK Government’s response to the Omicron Covid variant has been a “fiasco” that has undermined customer confidence and victimised hospitality, said the owner of the Unruly Pig in Bromeswell, Suffolk.
JDW to open two new sites with almost £5m combined investment
Pub group JD Wetherspoon (JDW) is opening two new pubs today (Thursday 16 December) in Birmingham and Sheffield, investing nearly £5m in the venues.
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How to host a raffle
With the festive season upon us, many operators will be planning raffles. There are a number of rules venues must follow, so here are some top tips to ensure everyone remains a winner.