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The Guv'nor

The view from the frontline: a no-holds barred opinion piece from licensees. If you have something to say about the trade and would like to contribute, then email ma.editorial@wrbm.com

12-Jan-2005 - Alan Dunton of the King's Head, Llandudno, on what the select committee recommendations could have been. Buzz words, don't you just love them....."clear guidelines", "transparency", "alternative...

Drink Talking: Shamus Lehal

02-Dec-2004 - Shop owners and publicans alike could face a hefty fine for serving alcohol to under 18s, as Shamus Lehal, who runs the Londis outlet in...

Drink Talking: Alison Smith

25-Nov-2004 - The most important factor in delivering good customer service is the person doing it says Alison Smith of Bar One Nine, Keynsham. I had a sorry...

Drink Talking: Lorna Harrison

18-Nov-2004 - The government's proposals on smoking ignore all the improvements and effort the trade has made to compromise says Lorna Harrison, Editor-in-chief of The Publican. What I...

Drink Talking: Jean Coussins

11-Nov-2004 - Pubs must show commitment to responsible drinking says Jean Coussins, director of The Portman Group. The trade's activities are under the spotlight, with the government publicly...

Chefs slam code to ease stress in workplace

11-Nov-2004 - Government plans to reduce stress levels in the workplace could cause a headache in pub kitchens, according to caterers. Pub chefs have branded the new...

Council predicts licence meltdown

11-Nov-2004 - Westminster fearful of rising costs and red tape by Paul Charity The new licensing regime will prove expensive and frustrating for licensees with...

Drunks could face £500 charge for ambulances

11-Nov-2004 - by Ewan Turney Tony Blair is considering a plan to charge drunken revellers up to £500 if they need the help of the emergency services....

Drink Talking: John McNamara

04-Nov-2004 - Will the constant negative coverage of the drinks industry ever stop asks John McNamara, chief executive of the BII. Once again the industry has been used...

Home Office ID-card plan is welcomed

04-Nov-2004 - Plans for a compulsory, credit card-sized ID card have been welcomed as a useful tool to help pub staff identify under-18s. The Home Office last...

It's time for action

04-Nov-2004 - MP John Grogan outlines his concerns for licensees and urges pubs to respond. In a call to arms, MP and trade supporter John Grogan last...

Drink Talking: Jon Collins

21-Oct-2004 - Should glass be removed from all venues or is each case different asks Jon Collins, chief executive of the Bar Entertainment and Dance Association (BEDA). At...

Drink Talking: Pat Nolan

14-Oct-2004 - The Irish smoking ban has exacted a terrible toll on publicans says Pat Nolan, editor of Drinks Industry Ireland. Ireland's smoking ban has been one long...

Drink Talking: Matt Jackson

07-Oct-2004 - No one dares to criticise CAMRA - Matt Jackson of the Water Witch in Lancaster invites discussion. I feel obliged as a proactive member of the...

Drink Talking: Chris Maclean

30-Sep-2004 - It's a reasonable law. So why is everyone unreasonable about it asks Chris Maclean, the Plough & Harrow, Bridge, Kent. In my local paper this week...

Drink Talking: John McNamara

23-Sep-2004 - Don't be caught out by rogue training companies - we are here to help, says John McNamara, chief executive of the BII. The recent investigation by...

Drink Talking: Steven Prescott

16-Sep-2004 - Strangeways employs local people to brew local beer and it is essential to keep it so says Steven Prescott, regional director for CAMRA, Greater Manchester. "Interbrew...

Drink Talking: Roger Jackson

09-Sep-2004 - When tied to selling certain products, your pubco should at least be able to supply them says Roger Jackson of the Anglesey Arms, Halnaker, West...

Drink Talking: Matt Jackson

02-Sep-2004 - To be successful in the trade requires hard work, determination and a vision says Matt Jackson of the Water Witch in Lancaster. It will sound an...

Drink Talking: Alison Smith

26-Aug-2004 - A daytime smoking ban has transformed business - but may not work for everyone, says Alison Smith of Bar One Nine, Keynsham, Somerset. By far the...

Drink Talking: Nick Stafford

12-Aug-2004 - Small brewers are in the spotlight once again. Licensees should do all they can to sell their local brew to customers, says Nick Stafford, commercial...