All news articles for May 24, 2017

How far will mainstream lager makers take craft?

24-May-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Big brewers are flexing their muscles to stay on top of the industry by investing in craft beer, but why are customers finding the quirkier styles more enticing and will it stay that way?

Pubs called on to take part in Tax Equality Day

24-May-2017 By Georgina Townshend

Pubs have been called on to cut the price of food and drink for a day, following results of a report highlighting the benefits of low VAT on job creation and competitiveness in the EU.

Punch strikes distribution deal with Marston’s

24-May-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Punch will change its delivery service ahead of its proposed takeover by Heineken and Patron Capital, following current distributor Carlsberg’s announcement to withdraw its UK delivery service.

Tower Hamlets forced to delay late-night levy

24-May-2017 By Liam Coleman

Tower Hamlets has been forced to push back the introduction of a proposed late-night levy as a result of legal action taken by industry bodies.

Optimising menus is key to combat rising food costs

24-May-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Customer analytics can help pubs make more money in an environment of rising food costs, according to private equity firm Livingbridge.

Thousands of Labour supporters plan 'victory pub party'

24-May-2017 By Georgina Townshend

Almost 7,000 people could turn up at a Fuller’s pub in Westminster for a 'victory party' if Labour wins the general election next month.

Ei ties deal with Three Cheers under managed partnership model

24-May-2017 By James Wallin

Ei Group, formerly Enterprise Inns, has announced that its next managed operator partnership will be with London-based gastropub company Three Cheers Pub Co.

Cautious optimism over fixed hours for zero-hours contracts workers

24-May-2017 By Liam Coleman

A Government-commissioned inquiry that recommends employees on zero-hours contracts are given a right to request fixed hours has been given a cautious welcome by one trade body.

£10k raised for emergency staff ‘to have a drink’ after terror attack

24-May-2017 By Georgina Townshend

More than £10,000 has been raised for emergency service staff to “have a drink” following one of their “most exhausting and difficult shifts” after the terrorist attack in Manchester on Monday (22 May).

Wadworth targets 65 managed sites after £6.5m investment

24-May-2017 By Liam Coleman

Wadworth is looking to take its managed estate to 65 sites in the years ahead, The Morning Advertiser (MA) understands.

BHA backs Government advice on avoiding 'Brexit' sausage virus

24-May-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

The British Hospitality Association (BHA) has echoed advice from the Government on cooking pork thoroughly amid reports of a ‘Brexit virus’ in 10% of sausages.

Alcohol delivery service scolded by ASA over ‘unwise’ memes

24-May-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

A drinks company that delivers alcohol to people’s homes struck the wrong chord with the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) after using memes promoting “unwise” alcohol consumption.