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Protecting pubs: Heritage pub bill presented in Parliament

CAMRA shares support for Heritage Pubs Bill

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has urged the Government to “throw its support” behind the newly proposed Heritage Pubs Bill.

Property: this week's round-up features Fuller's, Admiral and M&B

Admiral pumps £286k into Proper Pubs site

This week’s property round-up features investments from Admiral Taverns, Fuller’s, and Mitchells & Butlers (M&B).

Rude guests: unkindness is thriving according to Stosie Madi

OPINION: Dealing with the dreaded guest

This year has been ‘different’.

Enough is enough: rail strikes to take place in May (Credit: Getty/Urbancow)

Nicholls declares 'enough is enough' as May rail strikes announced

UKHospitality (UKH) chief executive Kate Nicholls has declared "enough is enough” after ASLEF proclaimed further rail strikes will take place.

Competition underway: this year's Great British Pub Awards entry process is now open

2023 GBPA winners share pride in being named the UK’s best

Ahead of 2024 Great British Pub Awards, we caught up with some of last year’s winners to find out how their success has impacted business.

Beer Report 2024: Available later this week (credit: Getty/franckreporter)

Beer Report 2024: the ultimate guide to beer for pubs

We are gearing up to release the Beer Report 2024, where you’ll find out all you need to know about the category.

Must attend: the next MA Leaders event is happening in Cardiff on 16 May

Stellar speakers lined up for MA Leaders Cardiff

We’re heading to the capital and largest city of Wales – Cardiff next month (Thursday 16 May) for the MA Leaders Club conference and we can now reveal a flavour of the agenda.

Trade occasion: Greene King Pub Partners licensees were celebrated at the Night of Excellence Awards

Greene King Pub Partners unveils Night of Excellence winners

Greene King leased, tenanted and franchise arm Pub Partners has honoured a plethora of licensees and pubs in its Night of Excellence Awards.

Company aim: the agreement is a significant step towards the firm's objectives, according to CEO Daren Knipe

Multimillion-pound agreement deal secured by Blackrose Pubs

North-east-based pub management group Blackrose Pubs has secured a partnership deal with build a portfolio of more than 100 pubs across the nation.

A trip down GBPA memory lane

With the deadline to enter the Great British Pub Awards (GBPA) 2024 fast approaching, The Morning Advertiser (MA) has taken a look back at the last five years of the event.

Deal done: Mondo founder and MD Todd Matteson and Hogs Back Brewery owner Rupert Thompson

City brewery and brand secures future

Brewing industry veteran Rupert Thompson has agreed an investment deal with London-based craft brewer Mondo, securing the future of the latter’s brands, brewery and taproom.

Energy update: Nationwide Energy lays out what's happening with the utility market (image: Getty/FroYo_92)

Utility sector update

In the last week, commodity costs peaked on Tuesday and have since fallen back. Israel's striking Iran on Thursday night, maintains the risk of a widening Middle East conflict.

System overhaul: business rates, VAT and employer costs must be reduced says SLTA MD Colin Wilkinson

Sector is being priced ‘out of existence’

Hospitality is being priced out of existence as sites “go to the wall” every week, according to trade bodies representing businesses across England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

My pub a look at the Three B’s Bridlington with pictures

My Pub: Three B’s Micropub, Bridlington, East Yorkshire

The Three B’s Micropub may only be able to seat 26 guests inside but it hits hard when it comes to winning awards.

The Morning Advertiser's Lock In Podcast episode 77

S4 Ep. 14: Stars in bars! (Feat. James May, Candice Brown and more)

Celebrities love owning pubs, so the Lock In team spoke to a few, including James May and Candice Brown, to find out why they couldn't find an easier way to lose money!

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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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Sharp’s and Punch Pubs team up for beach clean

MCBC unveils two new Rekorderlig flavours

Siren hits £250,000 fundraising target

Fresh Ale could mean more people go for cask

Cellar Head Brewery announces closure and appoints administrators

Pressures on sector not reflected in inflation ease

Sector 'suffocating' despite economy easing

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Brakes announces price hold for independent customers

The Gladwin Brothers to open first pub

My Pub: the White Bull, Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire

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Trade bodies welcome DRS delay to October 2027

Tipping legislation delay ‘appropriate’

NTIA shares 'unwavering commitment' to Brixton Academy as it reopens

Dry January trademark dispute after successful challenge upheld

Community group completes purchase of 'cherished' pub

Town’s longest serving licensee celebrates 20-year anniversary

Wells & Co sales and EBITDA figures soar

Watt: 'Companies fighting climate change not going to get everything right'

Loungers opens eight sites since end of January

Revolution Bars sets out restructuring plan

Third site for JKS and Jacobs

Pub mentioned in Taylor Swift's new album to sell merchandise

AB InBev Wholesale Excellence Awards 2024 winners revealed

How the sector is marking Earth Day

Nation's favourite TV pub revealed

Cash prize and new category for GBPA

Early Easter & celebrations lift March sales growth

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