Legal

UKH Cmyru welcomes new First Minister

06-Aug-2024 By Rebecca Weller

UKHospitality Cymru (UKH) has urged the newly appointed Welsh minster the sector can be a “central pillar” to achieving “much-needed stability” and economic growth.

Support hub created for firms impacted by riots

06-Aug-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Trade body UKHospitality (UKH) has published a support hub for businesses and staff affected by the recent riots and disorder.

CAMRA repeats calls for 'action' one year after Crooked House fire

05-Aug-2024 By Rebecca Weller

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has reiterated calls for action to be taken to protect pubs on the one-year anniversary of the Crooked House ‘scandal’.

Review of the Week

'People are there to help'

02-Aug-2024 By Ed Bedington

The MA's Ed Bedington caught up with Licensed Trade Charity boss Chris Welham for his take on the week's news and how there's support out there for operators to access.

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Tips for avoiding issues while maximising your beer garden

02-Aug-2024 By David Inzani, partner, Poppleston Allen

Every year the brief British summer brings out the fair-weather drinkers to quaff cider and Aperol spritz in beer gardens and at bistro tables across the country.

City pub saved following public inquiry

01-Aug-2024 By Rebecca Weller

A public inquiry to determine the fate of a south-east London site has concluded the venue must be returned to a pub.

Plea for new Gov to confirm Alcohol Duty System review

01-Aug-2024 By Felicity Giles

Independent breweries have called on the Labour Government to confirm the newly implemented Alcohol Duty System will be reviewed after three years.

Slashing of interest rates ‘to provide some relief’

01-Aug-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

The Bank of England’s announcement to cut interest rates from 5.25% to 5% has been described as a “significant step in the right direction”.

LPC changes branded 'disruptive & unhelpful'

31-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

UKHospitality (UKH) has warned the Government making changes to the Low Pay Commission (LPC) now would be “disruptive and unhelpful”.

PROPERTY ROUND UP

Thornbridge injects £1m into new Sheffield site

31-Jul-2024 By The Morning Advertiser

This weeks property round-up includes investments from Thornbridge, Heartwood, Greene King, Star Pubs and more.

BBPA: 'we need to see a reduction in the cost of doing business'

29-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has called for Labour to confirm vital measures for the hospitality sector in the upcoming Budget.

NTIA demands ‘immediate action’ to save Boxpark Shoreditch

26-Jul-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

The Night-Time Industries Association (NTIA) has called for immediate action to save Boxpark Shoreditch after its closure was announced due to a “planning requirement”.

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Legal Q&A: the rules around live music outside

26-Jul-2024 By Felix Faulkner, solicitor, Poppleston Allen

In this week's licensing column, legal experts Poppleston Allen answered a question around live music in external areas.

More than 2 sites lost a day in 5-week period

25-Jul-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Some 84 outlets were lost in the hospitality sector from 1 June to 6 July, with suburban and urban areas hit the hardest, according to new data.

OPINION

OPINION: 'Continuing to pile costs on businesses is not a sustainable solution'

23-Jul-2024 By Kate Nicholls, chief executive, UKHospitality

After a long, six-week election campaign, it’s difficult to say that anything appearing in the King’s Speech came as a surprise.

BII calls for further support on its #MyPub campaign

22-Jul-2024 By Ed Bedington

With a new Government in place, the BII is now calling on its members and pubs across the UK to join forces as part of its continuing #MyPub campaign.

Industry insolvencies soar by 20%

22-Jul-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Insolvencies in the hospitality sector increased by a fifth (20%) in the 12 months to May 2024, official figures found.

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Summer raffles: staying compliant with the Gambling Act 2005

19-Jul-2024 By Elizabeth Varley, trainee solicitor, Poppleston Allen

Despite what the weather may suggest, we are in the height of British summer time meaning summer fete season is upon us.

Opinion

Employment reform without mitigation a bitter pill for sector to swallow

19-Jul-2024 By Ed Bedington

News that the new Labour Government is set to make some sweeping changes to employment practices are already ringing alarm bells for many in the hospitality sector.

NLW changes ring alarm bells for beleagured hospitality

19-Jul-2024 By Ed Bedington

Concerns are rising over the Government's plans for employment reform, which includes removing age banding on the national living wage (NLW) to ensure the same payment regardless of age.

More than two-fifths of firms not confident in Labour Gov

19-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Operators from across the sector have shared an overwhelming lack of confidence in being considered a priority for Keir Starmer’s Labour Government despite “hopes for the best”.

National Pubwatch announces 'major review'

19-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

National Pubwatch has called for people to take part in a new survey as part of a “major review” into the impact of its initiatives in creating safer drinking environments.

Cost pressures persist despite stabilising inflation

18-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Stabilising inflation figures "paint a promising picture" for economic recovery but trade bodies warn underlying cost pressures are still persisting for hospitality firms.

Sector 'optimistic' after King's Speech but warns there's still 'work to be done'

18-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Voices from across the sector have welcomed the proposals detailed in the King’s Speech yesterday (Wednesday 17 July) but warned there is still a “significant amount of work” to be done.

PCA: 21% unhappy with their pubco, Marston’s gains top satisfaction score

17-Jul-2024 By Gary Lloyd

More than one fifth of tenants (21%) of the ‘big six’ pub company are dissatisfied with the relationship with their pubco, according to the pubs code adjudicator (PCA).

King’s Speech – what can hospitality expect?

17-Jul-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

Trade body UKHospitality (UKH) has highlighted what the hospitality should anticipate from the King's Speech later today.

Inflation held at BoE target for second consecutive month

17-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

The headline rate of inflation has been maintained at the Bank of England’s (BoE) 2% target for a second consecutive month.

PROPERTY ROUND-UP

Star operator adds 12th pub to portfolio

16-Jul-2024 By Felicity Giles

This week's property round up includes investments from Star Pubs, Greene King, Dodo and more.

Increased M&A activity signals rise in investor confidence

16-Jul-2024 By Nikkie Thatcher

An uplift in merger and acquisition activity in the market has signalled investor confidence has improved, according to a new report.

UTILITY UPDATE WITH NATIONWIDE ENERGY

Utility commodity costs drop but still higher than February

15-Jul-2024 By Nationwide Energy

Pubs continue to face multiple challenges from both energy costs and supplier practices.

OPINION

OPINION: Innovative financing 'imperative' for pubs

12-Jul-2024 By Aiden Smith, licensee of the Chequers, Milton Keynes

There are three main areas to the successful operation of a public house, those being ownership, location and offering, including price, food and events etc.

May GDP growth 'positive news'

12-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

May’s GDP boost was a welcome indication the economy is returning to sustained growth but Government action is needed to unlock the hospitality sector’s full potential.

POLL: How confident are you the new Gov will prioritise the sector?

10-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

How confident are you the newly elected Labour Government will prioritise the hospitality sector? Have your say now in our snap poll.

BIG INTERVIEW

The Big Interview: running a pub is ‘unfinished business’ for BII CEO Alton

09-Jul-2024 By Gary Lloyd

Steve Alton, pub licensee… sounds good doesn’t it? Well, it could be a reality one day so stay tuned.

UKH 'encouraged' by Reeves first speech as Chancellor

08-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

UKHospitality (UKH) has said the Chancellor’s pledge to reform planning systems is “encouraging”.

Pub and bar insolvencies soar by 30%

08-Jul-2024 By Felicity Giles

The amount of insolvencies of pub and bar companies has increased by almost a third (30%) as 784 were lost in the past year.

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The UEFA European Football Championship Licensing Hours Order now in force

08-Jul-2024 By Felix Faulkner, solicitor, Poppleston Allen

The automatic extension to extend licensed hours is now in play as England progresses to the semi finals.

GENERAL ELECTION 2024

Lookback at Labour's pledges during election campaign

05-Jul-2024 By Rebecca Weller

After the nation elected Keir Starmer as Prime Minister, The Morning Advertiser (MA) has looked back on the pledges made by the Labour Party during the election campaign.

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Underage drinking: staying vigilant during summer holidays

05-Jul-2024 By Paula Kioko, marketing associate, Poppleston Allen

The summer holidays bring an influx of customers to pubs and restaurants, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere. However, this busy season also comes with its own challenges, specifically the prevention of underage sales.

OPINION

OPINION: Is the franchise pub model the new route to expansion?

05-Jul-2024 By Stephen Owens, managing director – Pubs & Restaurants, Christie & Co

Look back 10 years and the pub landscape was dominated by managed, leased & tenanted pubs and freehouses.

NTIA: new Gov must stop rise in administrations

04-Jul-2024 By Gary Lloyd

The Night-Time Industries Association (NTIA) has demanded the incoming Government take action after research showed there has been a 16% surge in business administrations so far this year.

GENERAL ELECTION 2024: LIVE BLOG

'Biz rates and apprenticeship levy reform must be prioritised'

04-Jul-2024 By The Morning Advertiser

Welcome to the Morning Advertiser's (MA) live coverage of the general election, detailing the latest updates for the sector as they happen.

PROPERTY ROUND-UP

Roxy Leisure opens second Nottingham site

02-Jul-2024 By The Morning Advertiser

This week's round-up includes investments from Roxy Leisure, Heartwood Inns, Fuller's, Star and more.

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Reminder: Gov extension only applies to England semi and final so check licence

02-Jul-2024 By Andy Grimsey, senior associate solicitor, Poppleston Allen

Now England have squeezed past Slovakia to set up a quarter-final clash with Switzerland, they have taken another step towards the semi-final and final of Euro 2024, and are keeping the dream of ‘bringing it home’ alive…..albeit just!

Labour best choice for nightlife as financial issues impact sector

28-Jun-2024 By Rebecca Weller

Labour best choice for nightlife sector as financial constraints impact attendance at social and cultural events, a new consumer insight survey from the Night-Time Industries Association (NTIA) has revealed.

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Is a vulnerable person safe in your premises?

28-Jun-2024 By Andy Grimsey, senior associate solicitor, Poppleston Allen

Nowadays it is expected – and quite rightly so – that licensed premises should have a policy, and their staff are trained in it, to recognise and deal with vulnerable persons on their premises.