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How to serve the perfect pint of Guinness

25-Jun-2020 By Nicholas Robinson

Being the granddaddy of beer, Guinness is held to a high standard by consumers across the UK who will expect their first draught pint of the world-famous stout to be perfect on their return to the pub. But what exactly does that entail?

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How to sell spirits post-lockdown

24-Jun-2020 By Nicholas Robinson

What will customers want when the pub trade reopens is the million-pound question operators across the UK are likely to be asking as they prepare their sites for the first influx of socially distanced punters. And following a steady uptick in sales over...

How the Horse & Jockey became a real community asset

23-Jun-2020 By Ed Bedington

When the lockdown came into effect forcing pubs to shut up shop, one community operatior refused to stop looking after it’s locals.

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Weekend news bulletin for pubs – 20 and 21 June

19-Jun-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington reviews the biggest news stories from the pub sector after another week in lockdown without an update from the Government on reopening guidelines.

The show must go on...

19-Jun-2020 By Ed Bedington

Live entertainment has long been a pub sector staple, and although lockdown is still underway operators are continuing to find ways to entertain punters.

The sector is 'running out of time'

17-Jun-2020 By Ed Bedington

The sector is running out of time and desperately needs clarity on reopening guidelines, according to the boss of the British Institute of Innkeeping (BII).

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Crunching the numbers: could bagged snacks help socially distanced pubs bite back?

15-Jun-2020 By Stuart Stone

As pub operators prepare for the return of their parched public amid social distancing and heightened hygiene regimes post-lockdown – we ask if crisps, snacks and nuts could be their bag?

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Glass half full: how has Covid-19 changed consumer attitudes to soft drinks?

15-Jun-2020 By Stuart Stone

With customers and operators looking to get back on the wagon in post-lockdown pubs, there’s growing thirst for a soft sell.

Long-term support on rent for Admiral tenants

12-Jun-2020 By Ed Bedington

Admiral Taverns' tenants are being offered tapered rent support from reopening all the way through to April next year, the company has announced.

'The Government needs to get out of the way'

11-Jun-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Government needs to get out of the way and let the sector manage the process of reopening safely, according to leading hospitality investor Charlie McVeigh.

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Back to the front – how one operator is rebuilding his business from the ground up

10-Jun-2020 By Ed Bedington

Licensee Alex Cook has gone from a one-man-band operation at the start of lockdown to successfully building up a new arm to his business to the extent where he’s now bringing staff back from furlough.

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‘I don’t want to operate a pub with a plastic screen over the bar, I’d rather not open’

05-Jun-2020 By Ed Bedington

The lack of clarity with regards to guidelines on reopening is posing problems for most operators, and Red Mist Leisure is no different.

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Weekend news bulletin for pubs - 6 and 7 June

05-Jun-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington reviews the biggest news stories from the pub sector after another week in lockdown - including the latest on social distancing measures and plans to reopen Young's and Liberation Group pubs.

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Downtime Development: Black cod, green curry

05-Jun-2020 By Alaska Seafood

Frog chef Adam Handling cooks a Thailand-inspired dish that celebrates Alaskan black cod’s ability to stand up to powerful flavours.

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‘Our entire philosophy is to protect people’ – Yummy Pubs

03-Jun-2020 By Ed Bedington

Yummy Pubs hit the ground running when the lockdown started, providing incredible services to the communities it supports.

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Downtime Development: Plant-based

02-Jun-2020 By Nestlé Professional

The pandemic has given the trend for plant-based eating a significant boost and as a result Nestlé Professional is offering chefs inspiration with a series of innovative plant-based recipes.

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Weekend news bulletin for pubs - 30 and 31 May

29-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington reviews the biggest news stories from the pub sector after another week in lockdown.

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Evolution is key to survival for pubs

27-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

Ongoing adaption has been the key to success for one award-winning operator in East Sussex.

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‘There’s a real sense of gratitude that we’re open’

22-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

The challenges of running a hospitality operation while dealing with social distancing restrictions are many, particularly during the recent hot weather.

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Spring bank holiday weekend news bulletin for pubs

22-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington reviews the biggest news stories from the pub sector after another week in lockdown ahead of the spring bank holiday weekend.

Greene King offers rent cut of 90% to support tenants for restart

21-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

Greene King tenants are set to benefit from a 90% rent reduction in the face of the ongoing coronavirus crisis, with further tapered support as a business restart gets under way, the company has announced.

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Patience, confidence and ongoing support key to getting pubs back up and running

21-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

Slow and steady will be the key to reopening the pub sector, while consumer confidence in the safety of pubs will play a vital role, according to some of the UK’s leading family brewers.

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Lockdown shop is a hit with locals

18-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

Pubs continue to adapt and evolve in a bid to survive the current coronavirus crisis. The Morning Advertiser visited the Rose & Crown in Cuckfield, West Sussex, to find out how new licensee James Clark has turned his once-thriving local into a real...

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Weekend news bulletin for pubs - 16 and 17 May

15-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington reviews the biggest news stories from the pub sector after another week in lockdown ahead of the weekend of 16 and 17 May.

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Size matters in the new normal

14-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

Space and rural location is going to be key when it comes to maintaining property values in a post-lockdown world, a leading property expert has claimed.

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Preparation is key for reopening

14-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

Pubs need to prepare carefully and think about updating their range in the run-up to reopening their operations, experts have advised.

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Training must not be neglected for a safe reopening

13-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

It’s important not to neglect training in the rush to reopen, a leading provider has warned.

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Pub boss calls for more support

13-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

Further grant support from the Government will be needed if pubs are to open under any kind of restrictions, according to one of the UK’s leading pub company bosses.

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‘Insurance companies have been a disgrace’

05-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

Insurance has been the biggest headache for operator Neil McDonnell of Hickory’s Smokehouse in Chester. He told The Morning Advertiser how he was dealing with the issue when we visited him.

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‘We’re not all in the same boat’

04-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

It’s been more than five weeks since the Prime Minister told UK pubs to close. The Morning Advertiser went back to visit James Cuthbertson, operator of the Lockhart Tavern in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, to see how it was adapting to the ongoing situation.

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Weekend news bulletin for pubs - 2 and 3 May

01-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington reviews the biggest news stories from the pub sector after another week in lockdown ahead of the weekend of 2 and 3 May.

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Keeping the Cott on the landscape

01-May-2020 By Ed Bedington

An award-winning operator has seen his year of success derailed because of the coronavirus crisis lockdown but is determined to keep his pub at the heart of its community.

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Funding reform will boost opportunity for operators

30-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

There will be opportunities for pubs coming out of the coronavirus crisis, but it is going to be tough, according to one leading multiple operator.

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‘Unstable’ marketing approach pays off for London operator

28-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

One award-winning operator is refusing to allow the current coronavirus crisis to dampen his spirits and is approaching the situation with a sense of humour.

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Support needed for pubs to survive a soft reopening

27-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

Pubs and the wider hospitality industry will continue to need financial support if they are allowed to reopen with social distancing, according to one industry supplier.

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Weekend new bulletin for pubs - 25 and 26 April

24-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington reviews the biggest news stories from the pub sector after another week in lockdown ahead of the weekend of 25 and 26 April.

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Admiral to resume rent contributions for some operators

24-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

Admiral Taverns has announced the latest steps in its response to the coronavirus crisis, with some operators now being asked to contribute towards rent for May and June.

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Easter weekend news round-up

09-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington reviews the biggest stories from the pub sector after another week in lockdown ahead of the Easter weekend.

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Daily bulletin - Thursday 9 April

09-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington rounds up the latest news for pubs during coronavirus lockdown including an update on bespoke support packages from Star Pubs & Bars.

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Daily bulletin - Wednesday 8 April

08-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington delivers a rundown of the latest news for pubs regarding coronavirus including news that more than 20% of pubs have been left out of the Government’s grant scheme because they have rateable values of –...

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What’s in the 6 April issue of The Morning Advertiser?

07-Apr-2020 By MA editorial

The latest issue of The Morning Advertiser is out now – but what can readers expect from our first digital-only edition?

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Daily bulletin - Tuesday 7 April

07-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington delivers a rundown of the latest news for pubs regarding coronavirus including an update on the Government's grant scheme.

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Daily bulletin - Monday 6 April

06-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington delivers a rundown of the latest news for pubs regarding coronavirus including reaction to the British Beer & Pub Association's statement on the use of grants.

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Daily bulletin - Friday 3 April

03-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington delivers a rundown of the latest news for pubs regarding coronavirus including pubcos setting our their stall on rent through the British Beer & Pub Association and an update from the pubs code adjudicator....

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Daily bulletin - Thursday 2 April

02-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's editor Ed Bedington delivers a rundown of the latest news for pubs regarding coronavirus including updates on financial support and the #Unitedwestand campaign.

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Daily bulletin - Wednesday 1 April

01-Apr-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser editor Ed Bedington delivers a rundown of the latest news for pubs regarding coronavirus including the an update on pub companies cancelling rent and the impact of shut down on the pub property market.

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Daily Bulletin - Tuesday 31 March

31-Mar-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser editor Ed Bedington delivers a rundown of the latest news for pubs in regard to coronavirus including the welcomed good news that pubs can claim back duty credit for wasted beer.

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Daily Bulletin - Monday 30 March

30-Mar-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser editor Ed Bedington delivers a rundown of the latest news for pubs in regard to coronavirus. Today, he discusses the announcement by the deputy chief medical officer that it could take up to six months before the country returns...

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Daily Bulletin - Friday 27 March

27-Mar-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser editor Ed Bedington delivers a rundown of the latest news for pubs in regard to coronavirus including the help package for self-employed announced last night by the Chancellor.

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Daily Bulletin - Thursday 26 March

26-Mar-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser editor Ed Bedington delivers a rundown of the latest news for pubs in regard to coronavirus including the growing criticism of the banking sector.