Archives for September 6, 2022

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Sector awaits energy help from new PM

Sector awaits energy help from new PM

By Nikkie Thatcher

Operators are waiting for an announcement from new Prime Minister Liz Truss to help the sector battle the ongoing energy crisis, with leaders calling for a “big, bold package of support” if hospitality is to survive the winter

Pub forced to close kitchen due to energy costs

Pub forced to close kitchen due to energy costs

By Rebecca Weller

A Leeds-based pub has been forced into "tough decision" to make chef redundant and close its kitchen in an effort to “save the rest of the pub” due to rocketing energy costs.

Nigel Farage launches Brexit-themed gin range

Nigel Farage launches Brexit-themed gin range

By Amelie Maurice-Jones

Brexiteer Nigel Farage has launched his own brand of Brexit-inspired gin, made with “patriotic flavours”, and produced by a distillery in Cornwall.

MPs to debate small breweries’ future

MPs to debate small breweries’ future

By Nikkie Thatcher

The future of small breweries is being debated today (Tuesday 6 September) as the Small Breweries’ Relief (SBR) marks 20 years since it was announced and the sector is battling the energy crisis.

Action is needed now Liz

Action is needed now Liz

By Ed Bedington

So the wait is finally over and the one MP most of her colleagues didn’t think was up to the job is now moving into number 10, but hey ho, what do they know that the wider Conservative membership doesn’t…

Pubs saw 8% sales lift in August

Pubs saw 8% sales lift in August

By Nikkie Thatcher

Sales at pubs and clubs rose by 8.4% in August, which was put down to the good weather, according to new research.