Young’s has responded to speculation that it is planning sell its tenanted division of 50 pubs, the Ram Pub Company.

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Sky News broke the news that estate agent Savills had been approached to market to group of some 50 premises.

In a statement, Young’s said: “Young’s notes the recent media speculation regarding the company’s appointment of Savills in connection with a possible sale of its tenanted estate.

“The company confirms that Savills has been appointed and that it is in discussions regarding a possible sale. There can be no certainty, however, that any sale will proceed.

“Young’s will make further announcements as appropriate.”