Coronation Street star Bev Callard has revealed that her real life pub the White Horse, in Eccles, Manchester, has gone into administration. Callard, who plays Liz MacDonald in the soap, hopes to turn her other pub, the Gallery, in Hale, Cheshire, around - News of the World
Carlisle could become the new Calais as pubs and supermarkets race to take advantage of new licensing plans unveiled by the Scottish National Party. Plans including a ban on happy hours and in store offers could result in Scots crossing the border to get around the new rules - Daily Express
One year on from the smoking ban and ministers in Scotland fear that many pubs are allowing their patrons to light up. Plans to scale down smoke inspectors have been scrapped after officials found several instances of lock-ins for smokers - The Scotsman
Beer and wine have surpassed vodka as the drink of choice for most Russians, however, the Polish spirit-giant CEDC (Central European Distribution Corporation) have concluded deals with Russian vodka companies to try and turn the tide - Financial Times
England rugby ace Mike Tindall has pleaded guilty to the drink driving. The Gloucester centre appeared at Reading Magistrates Court and admitted that he had been over the legal alcohol limit. Tindall has been bailed to appear before magistrates on October 24 for a hearing. - Daily Mail
As a result of the smoking ban, pubs have sold 175 million fewer pints in the past year. The winter was particularly bad with sales falling nine percent between November and January - The Guardian