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Archives for April 1, 2022
Cannabis crisps and clotted cream beer: Pubs' best April Fool's Day pranks
Pubs are up to their usual tricks this April Fool's Day (1 April), and have celebrated with some wacky stories including chocolate beer glasses, cannabis crisps and a bar especially for dogs.
JDW adds 14 new dishes to menu
JD Wetherspoon (JDW) has launched a range of new meals across pubs in England Scotland and Wales, including chicken dishes, curries and healthier options.
The MA's Review of the Week
'We as an industry need to adapt'
The MA's Ed Bedington caught up with the group md of award winning Liberation Group, Jayson Perfect, to get his thoughts on the weeks events. From winning three Publican Awards, to rising headwinds and the importance of outdoor trading.
Peroni Nastro Azzurro launches 0.0% with £17m marketing spend
Italian beer brand Peroni Nastro Azzurro has announced its 0.0% variant, which will be backed by a £17m global marketing spend.
NLW to rise by 6.6%
National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW) will increase from today (Friday 1 April), with the NLW hike labelled “the largest ever uplift”, the Government has announced.
Hospitality sector entering 'catastrophic period'
Pubs have had no breathing time following the pandemic as rising costs pose multiple challenges for operators who have survived by “the skin of their teeth” with the potential for a "catastrophic" and "very tough" year ahead, according to licensees...
NEW PRODUCTS ROUND-UP
Greene King, Beavertown & Peroni launch new beers
Large operator Greene King has launched 4 new products while Beavertown, Peroni, Kraken, Henry Westons, Bathtub Gin and Fever-Tree all expand their portfolios in this weeks new products round up.
20% VAT hike comes into force
The return of a 20% VAT rate on food, accommodation and soft drinks is implemented from today (Friday 1 April).
Publican Awards 2022
Were you spotted at The Publican Awards 2022?
Record numbers flocked to The Publican Awards that took place on Wednesday 30 March at Battersea Evolution in central London.
Pubs targeted with cannabis flavoured crisp launch
A US company is hoping to take the UK pub snacking market by storm with the launch of cannabis flavoured crisps.
Sacha Lord forecasts up to 20p increase in cost of a pint
Night-Time Economy Adviser for Greater Manchester, Sacha Lord, has forecasted a 16 to 20p rise in the cost of an average pint over the next 3 months as inflation, increased VAT pressures, and surging gas prices hit hospitality operators.