Tenant to sue pubco for £230k

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:37:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89038?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>A Greene King tenant is suing the company for more than £230,000 after attempts to lease the pub or buy the freehold failed. [ read more ]

DCMS ‘free’ to talk up thriving pubs

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:15:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89036?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The transfer of responsibility for licensing to the Home Office should free up the DCMS to positively promote pubs, trade leaders argue. [ read more ]

Travelodge to stock Champion Bottled Beer of Britain

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:12:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89035?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The winner of Campaign for Real Ale’s Champion Bottled Beer of Britain will be stocked at Travelodge for the second year. [ read more ]

Merchant Inns: only half of sites profitable

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89034?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>A report into the collapse of Merchant Inns, the mid-market pubs-and-inns business, shows that only half of its six venues were profitable at site level. It also speaks of a head office vastly out of kilter with its operations. [ read more ]

Diageo backs licensing overhaul

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:40:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89033?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Drinks giant Diageo has backed the Government's tough plans for licensing — saying they are better than a ban on below-cost alcohol sales. [ read more ]

Licensing review: 10 key points

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 02:34:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89032?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Read our summary of the ten key points from the Licensing Act consultation launched this morning by the Home Office. [ read more ]

Beating the barrel bandits

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:22:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89031?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The BBPA is determined to do something about the long-term problem of the theft of empty beer kegs, reports Nigel Huddleston. [ read more ]

Practice can make our trade perfect

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:17:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89030?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The Pub Industry Framework Code of Practice has made me optimistic that the future of this industry is on firmer footing, says Neil Morgan. [ read more ]

ALMR: review is top down stick bashing of pubs

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:13:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89029?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>One trade group has blasted the proposed licensing changes as top down stick bashing of pubs. [ read more ]

Part of mandatory alcohol code set to be ‘axed’

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:36:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89028?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The second part of the controversial mandatory alcohol retailing code is set to be scrapped — but the pay off will be new late night levy. [ read more ]

Trade fears over licence fee hike and people power

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:14:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89027?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The trade has expressed fears over the size of any proposed hike in licence costs and being the target once again of Government action. [ read more ]

Aberdeen councillor calls for promotions clarity

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:09:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89026?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>An Aberdeen councillor is waiting for guidance from the Scottish government before acting on irresponsible alcohol promotions. [ read more ]

Luminar receives buyout approaches

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:58:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89025?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Luminar, Britain's biggest nightclub group, has attracted the interest of at least two private equity groups according to reports. [ read more ]

Public health added to licensing shake-up

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:22:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89024?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Local authorities will be able to object to a licence on the grounds of public health under a major shake-up of licensing laws. [ read more ]

Punch's code gets BIIBAS stamp

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 04:40:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89022?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Punch Taverns' code of practice with tenants has been formally accredited for clarity under the BIIBAS scheme. [ read more ]

Licensee expands consultancy business to help pubs

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 01:51:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89021?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>A former BII Licensee of the Year is ramping up his consultancy business to help others in the pub trade. [ read more ]

Drinkaware targets student alcohol misuse

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:57:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89020?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Alcohol charity Drinkaware has joined forced with the National Union of Students (NUS) to target alcohol misuse among students. [ read more ]

S&NPC gains BIIBAS accreditation

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:01:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89019?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Scottish & Newcastle Pub Company (S&NPC) has become the latest pubco to have its updated code of practice for tenants fully accredited for clarity. [ read more ]

Pubs targeted in bogus ad scam

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:35:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89018?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Bogus callers are targeting pubs in south Wales to pay for ads in magazines — according to one Chepstow host. [ read more ]

SIA revokes 624 licences

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:57:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89016?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Doorstaff licences are being revoked or suspended at an increasing rate, according to figures from the Security Industry Authority (SIA). [ read more ]

Operators review FSA calorie information scheme

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:44:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89015?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>A clutch of operators that took part in a trial of labelling menus with calorie information have decided not to continue with the scheme. [ read more ]

Traffic light system makes for safer pubs

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:18:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89013?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Police in Cambridge say a traffic light system has helped two pubs raise their safety standards. [ read more ]

Brewers Fayre in “all you can eat” offer

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:09:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89011?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Brewers Fayre, the value pub restaurant brand by Whitbread, is to rollout an “all you can eat” offer across eight of its pubs to run alongside its existing offer. The company has been conducting a trial of the “Buffet Place” concept. [ read more ]

Live music reform plans ramped up

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:58:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89009?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>A Government minister has promised to bring forward plans to reform licensing of live music “as fast as we can”. [ read more ]

Property: there’s value in them thar hills

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:50:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89008?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>There is a high density of licensed premises in the north-east and Noli Dinkovski discovers buyers from the south are finding some real bargains. [ read more ]

Bateman’s balance of power

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:39:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89007?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Stuart Bateman, managing director of George Bateman & Son, hates the word “tie” and wants a partnership with his tenants, says Roger Protz. [ read more ]

Pre-tax profits up at Hydes

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:27:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89017?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Manchester brewer and pub operator Hydes has recorded a 38% rise in underlying annual pre-tax profits. [ read more ]

Finance funding still tough for small businesses

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:17:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89006?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Small businesses are still finding access to finance tough, the Forum of Private Business has said. [ read more ]

Top 50 Gastropub Awards: enter now

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:09:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89005?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Are you a dining pub which has added an exciting new element to your pub’s business or a newly opened gastropub that deserves to get noticed? [ read more ]

CAMRA member launches Edinburgh pub guide

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 06:32:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89014?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>A Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) member has released a book to help ale-lovers visiting Edinburgh find good pubs. [ read more ]

Orchid updates Living Room brand

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 04:50:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89004?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The Orchid Group is refurbishing its 13-strong Living Room bars and restaurant brand. [ read more ]

Roper acquires iTradeNetwork

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 02:44:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89003?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>US firm Roper has acquired online ordering company iTradeNetwork for around £338.5m ($525m). [ read more ]

Politicians’ licence to intrude

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 01:36:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89002?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Politicians becoming directly involved in the licensing process does nothing to address the underlying issue of the binge culture, says Peter Coulson. [ read more ]

Government sets agenda for freeing up finance

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:52:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89000?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The Government has launched a consultation on how to free up access to finance for small businesses. [ read more ]

Pop-up bars hit the pub world

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:50:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89001?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The latest trend to hit the pub (and restaurant and retail) world is the pop-up bar — Gemma McKenna reports from some of this summer’s top sites. [ read more ]

Licensees have a say in drink-driving law

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:42:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88999?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>A committee of MPs has given licensees the chance to submit their views on the proposed drink driving law. [ read more ]

Dates for licensing reform workshops revealed

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:04:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88998?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Dates for the four of the five regional workshops on Government plans to reform licensing, which licensees can attend, have been revealed. [ read more ]

Win an I-pad: What do you think about MA.co.uk?

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 11:52:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88841?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The Morning Advertiser is offering one licensee the chance to win a brand new I-Pad — the survey takes less than five minutes. [ read more ]

Portman backs self regulation on labelling

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 11:04:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88995?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The Portman Group has urged the Government to allow the industry to self regulate on alcohol labelling rather than face intervention. [ read more ]

Punch plans to give new tenants 'best possible chance'

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:55:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88996?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Punch has vowed to invest in its pubs immediately after the lease is handed back to give new licensees "the best possible chance". [ read more ]

Public support for cigarette vending machine ban

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:54:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88994?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Three quarters of the British public have backed the proposed ban on cigarette vending machines in pubs, due to start in October next year. [ read more ]

MPs back live music exemptions

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:46:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88993?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Twenty-one MPs are backing calls to let pubs host live music without a specific licence for audiences of up to 200 people. [ read more ]

US hedge fund adds to Punch stake

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:37:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88992?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Glenview Capital, the US-based hedge fund, is rebuilding its interest in Punch Taverns, raising its stake in the pub group twice in a week. [ read more ]

New Sky website to help licensees

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:27:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88997?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Licensees can keep customers up to speed on top sporting events in their pubs by sending text alerts through Sky’s new website. [ read more ]

Alcohol licences in Scotland fall 14%

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:05:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88991?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Scottish trade chiefs have blamed the "cost and complexity" of the country's new Licensing Act for a 14% fall in alcohol licences. [ read more ]

Gastropub menu for dogs

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:04:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88990?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Brakspear is running a trial gastropub menu for dogs at two of its venues that are popular with walkers and their four-legged friends. [ read more ]

IPC to report on pubco progress

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 07:31:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/89012?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The Independent Pub Confederation will provide a update to the parliamentary committee investigating pubcos by the end of the summer. [ read more ]

Pubs can update services for free online

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 07:23:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88987?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Pub website Useyourlocal.com is urging licensees to update their venue’s services for free using a simple tick-box system. [ read more ]

Fiesta time for La Tasca

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 07:01:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88988?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Bay Restaurant brand La Tasca has launched a two-month promotional campaign to encourage customers to visit. [ read more ]

Pub trade aids drop in underage drinking

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 02:58:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88986?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The number of school children who drink alcohol has dropped 10% since 2003, thanks to efforts made by the pub trade. [ read more ]

Zonal acquires Freshnet Systems

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 02:21:00 GMT

EPoS till provider Zonal has acquired online ordering company Freshnet Systems — it allows ordering of fresh goods. [ read more ]

M&B appoints property director

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 01:17:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88984?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>M&B, the managed pub operator, has appointed a new property director as the group steps up its strategy to target leisure parks. [ read more ]

Mulholland opens Leeds brewery

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 01:09:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88983?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Pro-pub MP Greg Mulholland opened Wharfebank Brewery in his constituency last week, accompanied by England cricketer Craig White. [ read more ]

Pubs on guard for 'legal highs'

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 11:31:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88982?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Licensees should be on guard against another ‘legal high’, which has been reclassified as a Class B drug from today. [ read more ]

Brewers Fayre returns to site expansion

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:28:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88981?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Whitbread is to build its first new Brewers Fayre pub-restaurants in five years — two new builds and one conversion. [ read more ]

Harvester’s Best adverts

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:28:00 GMT

Mitchells & Butlers’ Harvester brand has launched a new TV advertising campaign following the launch of it’s salad and grill menu last month. [ read more ]

Miller draught trials at 60 pubs in Scotland

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:16:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88979?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Miller Genuine Draft (MGD) is being trialled on draught in around 60 pubs in Scotland — MGD sales were boosted by the World Cup. [ read more ]

Pub food: business boosters

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:14:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88980?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Ideas for driving food sales at your pub including an open-air theatre, blind wine tastings and kitchen garden tours. [ read more ]

Great Taste winners announced

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:10:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88978?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Winning products in the Great Taste Awards, organised by the Guild of Fine Food, have been announced. [ read more ]

Clifford’s pub rebranded

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:09:00 GMT

The pub owned by two- Michelin-starred chef Daniel Clifford has been rebranded as a bar and grill. [ read more ]

Ultra-energetic Kick

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:52:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88975?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Global Brands has launched a new concept under its Kick Energy range for those who find energy drinks a bit overpowering. [ read more ]

ICB’s wine-glass format

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:49:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88974?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>ICB’s entry-level The Italian Job wine is to be made available in a sealed Tulip wine-glass format. [ read more ]

Captain Morgan’s rugged look

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:44:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88976?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Gold coins and crossed swords form part of the new pack design for the more “rugged” Captain Morgan. [ read more ]

A shining example of a true host

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:41:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88973?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The entire north Norfolk coast has been transformed by the commitment of the late Paul Whittome, owner of the Hoste Arms, says Paul Charity. [ read more ]

City Diary — 22 July

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:36:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88972?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>All the latest rumour and gossip from the City. [ read more ]

Trade ‘should fund’ health plans

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:25:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88970?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Health secretary Andrew Lansley wants the industry to help fund local initiatives to make people healthier. [ read more ]

Licensing Act consultation to last six weeks

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 08:27:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88968?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The trade will have just six weeks to convince Government that no further changes are required to the Licensing Act. [ read more ]

Fuller's sells Seven Stars for redevelopment

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 07:42:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88969?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>London-based brewer and retailer Fuller's has sold Fulham pub the Seven Stars for redevelopment. [ read more ]

Fuller's promotes Emeny to group MD

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 07:26:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88964?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>London brewer and pub operator Fuller's has promoted Simon Emeny to group managing director. [ read more ]

Still volumes down at Britvic

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 07:04:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88971?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Britvic this morning blamed a 0.7% third quarter stills volume decline in the UK on a fall in trade in licensed on-trade premises. [ read more ]

SAB Miller reports UK beer volume growth

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 03:14:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88961?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>SAB Miller, the global brewer, has reported that lager volumes were up by around 35% in the UK during its first quarter of 2011. [ read more ]

Trade encouraged by Asda 'below cost' ban

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 02:16:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88959?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Asda’s move to ban below cost sales of alcohol is encouraging but there is still a long way to go, according to trade figures. [ read more ]

Oldham wants Challenge 25 for pubs

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:54:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88960?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Oldham Council is "encouraging" pubs, clubs and shops to operate the Challenge 25 age-check policy. [ read more ]

Horse & Hound: home turf

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:16:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88956?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Lucy Agnew, licensee of the Horse & Hound tells Robyn Black why coming out of retirement to rejuvenate a community pub was the right move. [ read more ]

M&B boss 'content' with re-structure progress

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:50:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88955?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>M&B has yet to sell any of its 300 wet-led pubs on the market — as it decides how best to package up the pubs. [ read more ]

Government promises consistency in licensing

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:17:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88952?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Moving control of licensing to the Home Office will mean a "more consistent approach" to the issue is taken, according to a Government minister. [ read more ]

BrewDog launches strongest beer — in a squirrel

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 10:11:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88951?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>BrewDog claims it has created the most alcoholic and expensive beer in the world, and it’s presented in a stuffed squirrel. [ read more ]

Alcohol costs three times as much in pubs

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:06:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88950?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Alcohol costs nearly three times as much in pubs as in shops, where two thirds of alcohol is now sold, says a new survey. [ read more ]

Sky pricing: a viable model

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 08:57:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88949?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Sky Business’s managing director Iain Holden explains the thinking behind the new "fairer" Sky charging system [ read more ]

Ex-Luminar boss plans to bring back pizza concept

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 08:12:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88948?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Steve Thomas, the founder of nightclub group Luminar, is to enter the restaurant sector, resurrecting the Chicago Pizza Pie Factory. [ read more ]

Music reform health fears

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 07:56:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88945?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Councillor stokes controversy by saying young people will be put at risk if there are live-music exemptions for crowds up to 200. [ read more ]

End of the road for foreign satellite football

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 07:47:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88943?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>A former supplier of cut-price foreign satellite systems argues that the time has come to get rid of your foreign service or face prosecution. [ read more ]

Pub foreign satellite window ‘closed’

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 07:42:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88944?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The “window of opportunity” for screening foreign satellite football in pubs has closed, says a high-profile former foreign satellite supplier. [ read more ]

Council’s military ID drive in peril

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 07:32:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88947?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>A council’s attempt to encourage pubs to recognise military ID faces problems — because many venues aren’t technically allowed to accept them. [ read more ]

M&B: sales up despite World Cup food hit

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 07:28:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88946?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Managed pub operator Mitchells & Butlers is making “good progress” on achieving the objectives laid out in its strategic plan. [ read more ]

Waitrose targets pubs

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 04:18:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88938?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Supermarket chain Waitrose is targeting pubs as part of its strategy to open to 300 new convenience stores within 10 years. [ read more ]

CCT Group pubs up for sale

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 04:16:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88937?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Five wet-led pubs formerly operated by CCT Group, which went into administration last week, are being sold through Christie + Co. [ read more ]

Free-to-air Ashes decision delayed until 2013

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 03:50:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88936?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The decision on whether the Ashes cricket test series should be screened on free-to-air TV has been delayed until 2013. [ read more ]

Makro launches Spend and Save promo

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 03:14:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88935?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Cash and carry operator Makro is launching a Spend and Save promotion that could save customers hundreds of pounds on cookware. [ read more ]

Thank you dad, I’m so proud to be a licensee

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:40:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88933?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>BII Licensee of the Year finalist Lucy Barron-Reid talks about how she started out in the trade and what makes her carry on despite the difficulties. [ read more ]

The pull of the Bulls Head

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:31:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88932?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Licensee Richard Pope tells Sonya Hook about the work he and his wife, Loren, put in before being crowned 2010 BII Licensees of the Year. [ read more ]

Heineken takes on FEMSA beer distribution

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88931?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Heineken UK is to take over the sales, marketing and distribution of Sol and Dos Equis beers within the UK from 4 October. [ read more ]

Sky vows to backdate fee reductions

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:31:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88930?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Sky has promised to backdate reductions in its fees at pubs that successfully appeal their business rates. [ read more ]

Put your questions to Sharkey

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:28:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88929?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The Morning Advertiser is offering licensees the chance to put their questions on live music to Feargal Sharkey and other music experts. [ read more ]

TV chef rates low in Scores on the Doors

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:14:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88928?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Celebrity chef Antony Worrall Thompson has blasted a council for awarding his gastropub just one star out of five under the Scores on Doors scheme. [ read more ]

Southern pubs could be included in NI holiday

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:11:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88927?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>The FSB has called for an extension of the NI holiday across the south-east after the region was revealed as the most likely to be under-staffed. [ read more ]

Brainy customers could win a pub £10k

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:20:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88934?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Hosts with the smartest customers could win £10k to spend on their business, thanks to Pilsner Urquell. [ read more ]

Sakura to open in Manchester

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:49:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88925?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Eclectic Bars – the private equity backed late night operator – is to open a Sakura in Manchester. [ read more ]

Agent turns down pub over 'unrealistic' price

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:40:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88923?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>A Norfolk licensed trade agent turned down the offer to market a dilapidated pub due to the “totally unrealistic” price stated by the owner. [ read more ]

Obama and Cameron debate beer temperature

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:29:00 GMT

<img src="http://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Image.ma/GetImage/88926?imageType=Cacd.Domain.Articles.ImageArticle&height=0&width=0" alt=""/><br/>Barack Obama has praised the Hobgoblin beer given to him by David Cameron as "excellent". [ read more ]