The war of words on the question of licensing fees under the new system hotted up last week. On the fifth day of their debate on the committee stage...
QWe are tenants and have been given notice to quit because the premises is being sold on. The notice expires later this year. Who is responsible for...
With Springboard UK's annual Hospitality Careers Festival just around the corner, Phil Mellows takes a look at this year's offering.Your Springboard...
Nearly half the ice cubes used in drinks served in pubs and restaurants are contaminated, according to a report by food safety officers.The study was...
by Steve Hemsley Licensees will be compelled to attend approved training courses to retain their present licence under proposals outlined in the new...
QCan you tell me whether it is OK for me to run a sideline in renting videos to my customers, or showing them on the pub TV? AThe renting of a video...
I have been away for a few days, so I was unable to comment either on the blunderbuss approach to licensing demonstrated by Kim Howells or the rather...
Pubs could be forced to lay off staff after MEPs approved plans to give temporary workers the same pay and conditions as permanent staff.The European...
The pub industry needs to do more to train and keep hold of good staff, according to experts.Staff training and retention were the key issues to come...
A new breed of area manager has arrived, selling ideas rather than beer. Phil Mellows finds out how a new computer system is helping one company help...
Q I used to believe it was illegal for a pub to charge an entrance fee. However, I recently visited another entertainment pub not far from mine where...
Giving people a "quality" experience is essential if you want to generate repeat business, says Allan Tudor, on-trade sales director of Interbrew UK....
QWe have been told that we have to provide free drinking water in this restaurant. We have bottled water on our wine list. Where does this idea come...
Pubs should check they have adequate insurance before running firework displays.Because of the increasing tendency among the UK public to take legal...
Personal Presentation uses acting techniques as a way of improving the communication skills of business people. Phil Mellows took the courseWell, I'm...
Licensees and pub operators have reached a crucial stage in their campaign for improved training.The industry has been given the green light to press...
Busy location on coastal main road
Extensively renovated detached public house
Five trade areas (100)
Sizeable refurbished 4-5 bedroom accommodation
Newly created beer garden (125)
Established and popular business...