As April begins, a new era dawns for hospitality, with a deluge of increased costs and an uncertain economic outlook threatening many business's futures. This month sees:...
More job losses and more closures on the horizon
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Pubs and Bars News Articles
Research confirms value of Pubwatch schemes
Pubwatch schemes are key to reducing alcohol-related crime and improving the safety of the evening economy, according to a new study. The research was conducted by Leeds...
St Austell named best brewing pubco at Publican Awards
St Austell Brewery has been named best brewing pub company at the Publican Awards, organised by trade publication the Morning Advertiser. The win for the 174-year-old...
Scottish pubs now have a right to a guest beer
New guest beer provisions come into effect in Scotland from today and SIBA has developed a new portal to give licensees an idea of what's available. The Guest Beer Agreement...
London’s Westminter Arms is officially re-opened
Around 100 people gathered to herald a new era for Shepherd Neame’s landmark London pub, the Westminster Arms, re-opened following a £1.2 million refurbishment. Tonia...
Comedian sets out to collect those great pub tales
Edinburgh-based Innis & Gunn is working with comedian Marc Jennings to create a book of pub banter and confessions. Marc (pictured above) has begun collecting stories,...
Greene King gives carers a chance to recharge
Greene King provided 169 carers with much-needed, free short breaks in a selection of its hotels over the last year, through its partnership with Carefree. Carefree offers...
Rising Sun is Bristol CAMRA pub of the year
The Rising Sun, in Frampton Cottrell, has been named pub of the year by the Bristol and District branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA). The Drapers Arms, in the city,...
Beer and cider perform well in on-trade during March
On-trade venues and suppliers have generated solid growth in drinks sales in March thanks to brighter weather, Six Nations rugby, and St Patrick’s Day. CGA by NIQ’s Daily...