Drinks sales in Britain’s pubs and bars have dropped year-on-year for a fourth successive week, with train strikes adding to the challenges facing operators. CGA by NIQ’s...
Drink sales dip, but beer and cider perform well
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Fears for pubs with minimum unit pricing to rise
There are fears for the future of pubs north of the border after the Scottish government decided the increase the minimum unit price (MUP) for alcohol. The price will rise...
Big Drop is boosting its portfolio of draught beers
Big Drop is expanding its range of 0.5% ABV beers available in keg format, following a trial in January that contributed to a record sales month for the alcohol-free brewer....
Butcombe beers perform well for Liberation Group
Pub operator and brewer Liberation Group has reported a record performance for the business in the year ended 27th January, 2024. Total group revenues were +22.5% at £147...
North appears to be affected most by brewery closures
The UK saw a net closure rate on 13 breweries in 2023, according to the SIBA (Society of Independent Brewers) Brewery Tracker. New figures released by SIBA show the total...
Frank Jr, the robot making keg handling simpler
Shepherd Neame has invested in a state-of-the-art industrial robot to improve packaging capabilities at its Faversham Brewery. Packaging team leader Damian Hadlow with the...
St Austell recognises the hard work of its apprentices
Three St Austell Brewery apprentices have scooped awards for their commitment to brewing and the hospitality industry in the South West. St Austell apprentices (left to...
Urban Pubs & Bars is well placed for London hospitality revival
Urban Pubs & Bars (UPB) has announced group EBITDA profits of £6.4m for the financial year ended 30th April, 2023, up 11% versus the prior year. The leisure group, which...
Hydes makes a strong sustainability commitment
Salford-based brewer and pub owner Hydes has announced a raft of new environmental initiatives, to be introduced across the business throughout this year. Hydes' managing...