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Very positive: Loungers chief executive Nick Collins talks market strategy for next year with MCA (Pictured: Loungers Brigthside venue in Devon)

Loungers: ‘we’re very positive about 2024’

Loungers plans to leverage the versatility of its offer, with a pipeline in place across multiple types of locations, chief executive Nick Collins told The Morning Advertiser's sister publication, MCA.

Viral video: the Christmas advert from the Northern Irish pub has been viewed by millions on social media (image: Getty/ThomasVogel)

Viral ad ‘reminder a pub is for life, not just for Xmas’

A festive advert from a Northern Irish pub that has been viewed by millions highlights the importance of pubs to communities, one trade organisation has said.

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GOING GREEN: WHY EMBRACING SUSTAINABILITY IS CRITICAL FOR TODAY'S PUBS

In Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, lies a gem of a pub that delivers an exceptional experience: The Unicorn Inn. Run by devoted licensee Tracey Bowen, her journey at The Unicorn Inn started as a customer before becoming a licensee – “It’s been a long-term love...

Fantastic efforts: Admiral operators raise more than £1m for local causes

Admiral licensees raise more than £1m for charity

Admiral Taverns operators have raised more than £1m for local causes over the past 18-months, the pubco has announced.

The Carpenters Arms pub Eastling Kent under new ownership

Trio takes on Shepherd Neame pub

Three friends have come to the helm of a Shepherd Neame pub, while another venue has launched a fish & chip shop as operators expand their estate.

'Seed' music scene could boost sector by £2.4bn

A report published today (29 November) reveals the ‘seed’ music scene, gigging in the hospitality sector, could be the catalyst for a multi-billion-pound boost to venues and artists.

Valued gift: Black Friday is deemed a great time to sell gift cards (credit: Getty/kelvinjay)

VOTE NOW: do you sell gift cards at your pub?

Hospitality gift cards could help “boost sales” during the quiet post-Christmas period, do you sell them at your pub? Have your say now in our snap poll.

Site openings on track: Loungers plans to continue its regeneration of UK high streets (Castano Lounge Ealing pictured)

Loungers to create 1,000 jobs, CFO to step down

All-day café-bar-restaurant operator Loungers said it is on track to create 1,000 jobs through the opening of 34 UK sites by the end of 2023.

Viral video: the Christmas advert from the Northern Irish venue has been viewed by millions (image: Getty/Liliboas)

Pub’s Christmas ad about loneliness goes viral

A Northern Irish pub’s Christmas video has gone viral, racking up millions of views on social media.

Sporting event: Euro 2024 is taking place next summer (image: Getty/Hispanolistic)

Consultation into licensing hours extension for Euros launched

The Home Office has launched a consultation into extending the licensing hours for the semi-final and final of the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament if England, Wales or Scotland are playing.

Roaring trade: the Red Lion in the west of Isle of Wight is extremely busy currently

My Pub: the Red Lion, Freshwater, Isle of Wight

The Red Lion in Freshwater, on the Isle of Wight, is located in a building more than 1,000 years ago and is a foodie heaven for many.

City centre venue: G-A-Y Late is set to shut next month (image: Getty/MicroStockHub)

‘Iconic’ LGBTQ+ venue to shut

Owner of G-A-Y Late Jeremy Joseph has announced the closure of the Soho venue, citing a number of external pressures as the reasons why.

Deadline extension: operators now have until Friday 1 December to enter the Publican Awards

Extra time to enter 2024 Publican Awards

The entry deadline for next year’s Publican Awards has been extended, meaning operators have an additional week to be in with a chance of being named the best of the best.

The Morning Advertiser Lock In Podcast episode 67

Why are pubs hooked on fish and chips?

Fish and chips are a staple of the pub menu, but why is that? The Lock In team cast their net to find out where the tradition comes from and why it's such a popular menu item.

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Loungers: ‘we’re very positive about 2024’

Bibendum top wine trends for 2024

What’s on the Bar with the Red Lion, Shepperton

Why Cask Ale Week is a highlight on the pub calendar

Range 'most important' to new generation cider drinkers

Northern Monk discontinues two beers after complaints

GK launches Cask Ale Club for franchises and T&L division

Customers must help it make the season of goodwill

Most pubs charge more than £30 for Xmas dinner

The Big Interview: Tom Kerridge has thick skin

How much should pubs charge for Xmas dinner?

My Pub: the Shibden Mill Inn, Halifax, West Yorkshire

JDW hikes Christmas dinner price by 13%

Fears for Grade II-listed pub's future after closure

Hospitality Ulster: Gov a ‘disgrace’ as business rates relief not granted in NI

Drinks sales flat ahead of Xmas period

A look at NLW rises since it began

Sector 'deserved better' in Autumn Statement

UKH calls for VAT cut to boost tourism

'NLW rise will mean we need to turn over quarter of a million more'

East London Pub Co goes into administration

Train strikes hit trade at Nightcap, revenue up 42.7% in FY23

Shepherd Neame expands tenanted estate

Famed sandwich maker and publican to open third pub

Punch appoints ex-Peach MD Stoddart as strategic adviser

More than half of managers are looking to leave

Training excellence recognised at BII’s NITAs

Xmas overtime fears prompt Burnt Chef stress workshop

Top 50 Boutique Hotels List 2023 revealed

Organiser of Kerridge’s Pub in the Park festivals collapses

Popular Xmas party dates ‘will help push sales up to £12bn’

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