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Pubcos pledge to pay settled status application costs for EU staff

14-Jan-2019 By Emily Hawkins

Several pub groups will cover the administrative cost of ‘settled status’ applications for its workers who are EU nationals.

6 new sites planned for Oakman Inns

14-Jan-2019 By Nicholas Robinson

Oakman Inns is to launch six new venues, according to founder and boss Peter Borg-Neal after he revealed rude sales growth over Christmas.

Bolney winery to double in size in merger

14-Jan-2019 By Robert Mann

An award-winning vineyard is merging with a neighbour to expand its estate.

BII Licensee of the Year 2019 competition launched

14-Jan-2019 By Nicholas Robinson

The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) has launched its annual Licensee of the Year competition, which seeks to identify and salute Britain’s best operator.

Fatty and sugary food and drink consulation launched

14-Jan-2019 By Nicholas Robinson

Pubs could come under more pressure as the Government launches a consultation on whether or not to ban fatty and sugar food promotions.

In association with Meatless Farm Co

The importance of vegan and vegetarian food

11-Jan-2019 By Michelle Perrett

With the trend towards healthier living showing no signs of slowing, more publicans need to adjust their menus accordingly so as not to miss out on the potential opportunities that this presents their businesses.

In association with Sky Sports

Ten reasons to show Sky Sports in 2019

11-Jan-2019 By MA Editorial

What sport will publicans be able to show on Sky Sports this year?

M&B sees record-breaking £12m spend on Christmas Day

11-Jan-2019 By Nikkie Sutton

Mitchells & Butlers (M&B) saw strong like-for-like sales in December, particularly growth over the three-week festive period of 9.8%.

Craft Beer Co grows London estate with station site

11-Jan-2019 By Nicholas Robinson

Craft Beer Co is to add a ninth venue to its estate, after signing a lease on a new site at Hammersmith station.

Festive pub punters spent more in 2018 than 2017

11-Jan-2019 By Nikkie Sutton

Consumer spending in pubs rose by 12.9% in December last year compared to the same period in the previous year, according to new research.

Ei agrees sale of property portfolio for £348m

11-Jan-2019 By Emily Hawkins

Pub giant Ei Group has agreed to sell the commercial property arm of the company to a US-based hedge fund.

Wine hoarded ahead of Brexit

11-Jan-2019 By Nicholas Robinson

Wine wholesalers are bulk-stocking products ahead of Brexit amid concerns of a potential deal without tariffs on EU wines.

Pub run by parents of lottery winner closes without warning

10-Jan-2019 By Robert Mann

A much-loved pub run by the family of a £148m EuroMillions lottery winner shut down overnight – with workers made redundant via a phone call.

Tenth site for Red Mist Leisure

10-Jan-2019 By Emily Hawkins

Up and coming pub company Red Mist Leisure has purchased its tenth site, which will open its doors in Farnham, Surrey next month.

Millennials spend 3 times less on accommodation than Baby Boomers

10-Jan-2019 By Nikkie Sutton

Pubs with rooms should ensure they are targeting Baby Boomers with their accommodation offer after it was revealed they spend more on places to stay than their younger counterparts.