Inflationary costs force microbrewery to shut
Hampshire-based brewery Fallen Acorn has been forced to enter liquidation due to the storm of inflation, Covid, and the soaring costs of utilities and material goods.
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Sector can be 'catalyst for growth' with local authority backing
The hospitality sector can be a “catalyst for growth” in communities with support from local authorities, trade body UKHospitality (UKH) has stated.
Delivery and takeaway sales in decline
In-venue sales show “modest” increases as more consumers swap at-home ordering for going out, the latest Home Tacker from CGA by NIQ has revealed.
Nightlife app and music marketplace champion hospitality
Free drinks app DUSK has partnered with live music marketplace GigPig, connecting customers, local venues and independent artists in a bid to support hospitality.
Brunning & Price disposal advice from TRG backer
Brunning & Price, and other “non-core assets”, should be “disposed” so its owner, The Restaurant Group, can concentrate on running Wagamama, according to shareholder Irenic Capital Management.
King's coronation: How are pubs celebrating?
With just under two weeks to go until the King's coronation, pubs around the UK are preparing to mark the historic occasion.
LICENSING HUB - LEGAL WITH POPPLESTON ALLEN
Surviving a licensing inspection
I have noticed in recent months an apparent increase in the number of licensing compliance visits that are being conducted at licensed premises. Unusually, these seem to have centred mostly around relatively low-risk premises such as restaurants.
Complaint against Engine Gin upheld
A complaint against Engine Organic Gin for suggestion of therapeutic qualities has been upheld by the Portman Group.
Fuller’s transfers 23 managed pubs into tenanted division
Fuller, Smith & Turner (Fuller’s) will transfer 23 of its managed pubs into its award-winning tenanted division after a strategic review.
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Profitable leased and tenanted models need to be ‘fair and equitable’
A successful leased and tenanted model needs to be “fair and equitable”, according to Fuller, Smith and Turner tenanted director Iain Rippon.
New products for King's coronation
Raise a royal glass – new products for the coronation
To celebrate the King’s coronation, which takes place on Saturday 6 May, plenty of drinks producers are launching products to tie in with the festivities – here are some that could help you boost trade.