PCA issues statutory guidance to 'remove MRO barriers'
The pubs code adjudicator (PCA) has issued statutory guidance for pub companies regarding market-rent-only (MRO) options and upfront front costs to “remove barriers for tenants”.
Archives for March 17, 2023
Licensee of the Year quarterfinalists revealed
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) has announced the quarterfinalists for this year’s Licensee of the Year Award (LOYA).
PROPERTY ROUND-UP
Mojo & Concept Taverns to launch sites
There are new sites coming soon from Mojo and Concept Taverns, and a village pub and city cocktail bar have been brought to market.
LICENSING HUB - LEGAL WITH POPPLESTON ALLEN
Staying secure against rogue security operatives
A man goes to a club and is stopped by the bouncer. “No tie, no entry” he says. The man walks back to his car and desperately searches for the required neckwear.
Review of the Week
‘Politics back to normal’
The MA's Ed Bedington caught up with UKHospitality boss Kate Nicholls to get her take on the week's news, which has seen the Spring Budget announced, Ofgem's letter to Government and potential train strike breakthroughs.
Double win for Albert’s Schloss at Retailers’ Retailer Awards
Mission Mars concept Albert’s Schloss was named Best Concept and Best Experiential Concept at Retailers’ Retailer Awards.
Momentum gained on petition to reduce VAT to 10%
More than 12,000 people have signed an official parliament petition to reduce the VAT rate on hospitality businesses to 10%.
NEW PRODUCTS ROUND-UP
Kopparberg announces limited-edition summer cider
This week's round-up features new products from Kopparberg, Schweppes, Peroni, Salcombe Distilling Co, Greene King, Three Drinkers and Bombay Sapphire.
Mojo to open Newcastle site on Good Friday
Multiple cocktail bar operator Mojo will open a site in Newcastle on Good Friday (7 April).
Concept Taverns to launch 12th venue after £740k overhaul
Yorkshire-based multiple bar operator Concept Taverns is set to open the Swan Tavern – it’s 12th venue – after a £740,000 investment.