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Staffing levels 'still down 18% against 2019'

For the first time since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, all sectors within hospitality saw staff headcount increase in October, compared to last year, but staffing levels were still down 18% in comparison to the same period two years ago.

‘You don’t have to always be on cloud nine’- industry speaks out on mental health

Hospitality industry workers and industry bodies have advised on how operators can help staff struggling with their mental health.

Gastropub the Gunton Arms named one of the Top 50 Boutique Hotels in the country

A panel of industry experts have named the best spots for luxury staycations across the UK with The Newt in Somerset named as the number one in this prestigious, inaugural list.

Fire 'reduces Top 50 Gastropub to ashes'

Emergency services were called to battle a fire at an Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropub in North Yorkshire last night and are still tackling it this morning.

Brooklyn Brewery's Stonewall Inn IPA launches in UK, Black Sheep Brewery re-releases festive favourites

Beers have taken over the latest new product launches such as Brooklyn Brewery's Stonewall Inn IPA, Blitzen and Snowflake from Black Sheep Brewery and Vocation's five stouts variants. But a chilli bacon vodka and healthy mixer range may tempt...

Hospitality vacancies are set to hit a record high this Christmas

Job vacancies in the hospitality sector have been forecasted to increase by 75,000 this December, in comparison to 2019.

Trade bodies join forces to tackle drink spiking

Four hospitality trade associations have teamed up in a bid to ensure customer safety amid increasing concerns about drink spiking in UK venues.

BII Licensee of the Year 2021 winner is crowned

The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) has crowned Jason and Chris Black from the Pityme Inn in Wadebridge, north Cornwall, as its Licensee of the Year 2021.

Woman at Night Taskforce to address issues facing women at work in 'milestone' moment

A Women at Night Taskforce will address issues facing women in the leisure, music and entertainment industries after a report published today revealed the gendered discrimination women faced at work.

2016 Great British Pub of the Year sold to Young’s

The overall Great British Pub Awards winner from 2016 has been acquired by Young’s, which was advised by Fleurets, for an undisclosed sum.

Greene King wins award for diversity and inclusion work

Pub operator and brewery Greene King has won an award in recognition of its work to promote diversity and inclusion.

M&B records sales growth in past eight weeks after losses in financial year

Mitchells & Butlers (M&B) has recorded like-for-like sales growth of 2.7% in the past eight weeks versus 2019 since the end of its financial year, during which its like-for-likes dropped by 9.6%, impacted by Covid-related restrictions.

The podcast is back! The Lock In returns for series two...

The popular Lock In podcast makes a return for it's second season and to kick things off, the podcast team, Ed Bedington, Heath Ball and James Cuthbertson take a look at what's been happening while they've been off air, from government...

Average cost of pub meals rises by 15p

The average price of a pub meal increased by 1.9% this year compared to last year, according to research.

Popular bar Folk acquired by first-time buyers, Brunning & Price to reach 80 sites

A busy time for pub purchasing and renovations has seen new kids on the block Sogbog buys its first site; Brunning & Price builds its portfolio; investments from pubcos including Star, Greene King and Admiral; and a former Great British Pub Awards...

Does your business still meet legal criteria since reopening?

Last year, Poppleston Allen published a detailed coronavirus pre-opening checklist and while the process of reopening has, to many, been one of tortuous evolution rather than speedy revolution, many of those considerations remain relevant today.

JDW 99p drinks offer extended until February

Pub group JD Wetherspoon (JDW) has announced it is continuing its lower prices on a range of alcoholic drinks.

Greene King raises more than £10m for Macmillan

Pub operator and brewer Greene King has beaten its fundraising target to raise more than £10m in under a decade for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Pub customer 'saved' by student doorman's CPR

A doorman who administered CPR to a pub customer who collapsed and lost consciousness has been praised for his lifesaving skills at Biscuit Billy’s bar in Doncaster.

'VOA’s current valuation approach is flawed, producing inaccurate and routinely excessive valuations'

The recent Budget announcement that pubs would receive a 50% reduction in their rates bill for the coming financial year was, of course, welcome, but stopped short of the fundamental review of the rates system many were arguing for.

No extension of vaccine passport scheme to Scottish pubs

Vaccine passports will not be extended to further Scottish hospitality venues, announced the First Minister in a statement to MSPs in Holyrood today (23 November).

RedCat’s portfolio tips over 80 sites

RedCat Pub Company, Rooney Anand’s investment vehicle, has expanded its estate once again with the addition of six further sites.

Government changes to pubs code welcomed but ‘chance missed on rent issue’

A government pledge to speed up the Market-Rent-Only (MRO) option in the pubs code has been welcomed but one trade body said a chance has been missed by not implementing ‘parallel rent assessments’ in its proposed changes.

Nightcap acquires Barrio Familia for £4.9m

Multiple operator Nightcap has announced the acquisition of Barrio Familia, meaning its estate has expanded by five additional bars.

Majority of licensees not looking to have completely vegan menu, snap poll finds

The results from a recent poll conducted by The Morning Advertiser (MA) has revealed 60% of operators would not consider switching to an all plant-based menu.

Why Robinsons is a real Trooper

Independent family brewer and pub operator Frederic Robinson, or better known simply as Robinsons, has been running from its Stockport base for more than 180 years.

CAMRA cancels 2022 Great British Beer Festival Winter

The Campaign For Real Ale (CAMRA) Great British Beer Festival Winter (GBBFW) 2022, has been called off.

Poll: Would you employ under 18s in your pub?

More than a third (39%) of hospitality and leisure SMEs are expected to hire more staff this year, recent data from Barclaycard’s SME Barometer showed.

Cocktail bar licensees give top tips for sustainability

Operators across the country have given tips for running a sustainable cocktail bar after the collision of COP26 and national vegan month this November stressed the need for environmental responsibility.

BrewDog to open new bar in third tie-up with Red’s True Barbecue

BrewDog will open its latest bar at midday today (19 November) with the first 100 customers given the chances to win prizes including free beer for a year.

Deadline extension for Publican Awards

There’s still time to get your entries into the Publican Awards with a deadline extension to 3 December.

Cold River Cider offers the perfect balance

There’s a new cider on the block and it has the lot. Made by Sharp’s Brewery, in collaboration with Aspall, Cold River Cider offers “a unique blend of bitter-sweet and culinary apples creating a crisp, balanced, refreshing cider”.