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Sun's out: good weather can be a bigger trigger to increased business than a major football tournament says Lawson Mountstevens

Pubs can’t work with business rates ‘ambiguity’

Star Pubs & Bars managing director Lawson Mountstevens wants to see action on business rates because pubs can’t work with such “ambiguity” in the trade.

Disappointing: Drinks sales down for fifth consecutive week but brighter trading ahead (Credit:Getty/izusek)

Drinks sales down for fifth week in a row

Drinks sales across the on-premise have fallen for the fifth week in a row, but more “favourable” trading conditions are on the horizon.

Economic ambitions: Voices from across the sector share their thoughts as the UK exits recession (Credit:Getty/Richard Drury)

Trade reacts as UK exits recession

Industry leaders have shared hope stronger than expected economic growth will boost consumer confidence, though some warned the sector is still facing “challenges”.

Looking back at James Watt's time at BrewDog

OPINION: Character assassination at BrewDog destined to happen

There’s a story – one of many – that’s central to the BrewDog mythology.

Willing to pay: investments would include on sites and on labour development (credit: Getty/SolStock)

Sector firms want to invest despite cost pressures

Pubs and hospitality businesses want to invest in the future of their sites despite a host of cost pressures continuing to smash the sector.

Disappointing: BoE holds interest rates at 5.25% for sixth consecutive time (Credit:Getty/ Colin Anderson Productions pty ltd)

Sector 'disappointed' as interest rates frozen for sixth time

Sector “disappointed” with unchanging interest rates despite inflation ease as firms continue to struggle with Covid-related loan repayments.

Boxing clever: a good relationship between pubs and suppliers is more important than ever (credit: Getty/andresr)

FEATURE: Get a love-love relationship with your suppliers

Perhaps it’s the result of successive economic shocks – most recently fuelled by the catalytic impact of the pandemic – but there seems to have been a fundamental shift in the relationships between pub operators and suppliers over the past decade or so.

Consumer opinions: the report shows what customers find most annoying when eating and drinking out (image: Getty/Drazen Zigic)

Long waits and cold food pubgoers biggest gripes

Some 91% of hospitality consumers cited a long wait for food or drink and hot food being served cold were their biggest bugbears when eating and drinking out, research has revealed.

Begin now: making the small changes matter

OPINION: Knowing ‘why’ will begin the sustainability journey to profits

There is usually a reason why you become super determined to make a difference.

End of an era?

As BrewDog’s James Watt steps down from leading the disruptor business he founded, does this mark a watershed moment for the operation?

Licensing hub: Legal with Poppleston Allen (Credit:Getty/photographer3431)

Licensing questions answered ahead of Fury vs Usyk fight

In this week's column, licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen share advice for operators looking to show sporting events this summer.

Poll: Are perceptions around cask changing for the better?

VOTE NOW: Are perceptions of cask ale changing for the better?

Independent breweries have been hailed as the “saviours” of the cask category as the segment battles falling sales, but are perceptions of cask changing? Have your say now in the Morning Advertiser's poll.

Stay on track: James May believes food is key to the survival of most pubs

James May: pubs must be in top gear to survive

James May is a man who likes cars, beers, gin and he is the co-owner of a village pub in Wiltshire.

Appointment change: James Watt is to step down as CEO but will remain on the BrewDog PLC board

James Watt steps down as BrewDog CEO

BrewDog co-founder James Watt is stepping down as chief executive after 17 years at the helm of the business.

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Competition kicked off: entry for the 2024 Great British Pub Awards is now open

Hunt is under way for the Great British Pub of the Year

The Morning Advertiser's Lock In podcast shortlisted for award

Lock In podcast shortlisted for top award

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Britvic’s training platform ‘been in the making for 12 months’

Analysis: The popularity of spirits across hospitality

Beer production from independent brewers up

Greene King releases new seasonal cask with Wolfpack

CMBC announces update about Union Sets

Soft drinks, sports and sustainability – getting ready for a summer of sales with CCEP

How to make: Braised short rib beef and clotted cream mash

Top trends you need to know about British Fusion food

Why is American smokehouse and BBQ style food becoming more popular?

OPINION: Dealing with the dreaded guest

Pressures on sector not reflected in inflation ease

Sector 'suffocating' despite economy easing

CAMRA sets out sector's priorities for new Scottish First Minister

Closures down by half in Q1 2024 vs 2023

OPINION: What do recent trends in pub ownership models tell us about the UK pub market?

Paying attention to policy consultations

Bristol Beer Factory ploughs £2m into new site

NTIA shares 'concern' as nightclub closures rise

'Wet pubs are flying high'

Trade ‘encouraging’ as Punch posts £165.1m revenue for Q2

JDW disposed of 18 sites in year-to-date

JDW to invest £5m into opening first Newcastle hotel

My Pub: Blue Ball Inn, Worrall, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Heineken UK unveils £39m plan to upgrade pub estate

Pub groups recognised in Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024

Making the most of your ghost

BII announces final six for Licensee of the Year Award

More EFL football available for pubs next season

Pubs and bars top choice for Eurovision events

Licensing extension for Euros 2024 confirmed

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