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Pub trade attacks EU drink proposals

The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has slammed proposals to introduce Europe-wide restrictions on alcohol sales which could increase prices...

Record numbers for beer festival

By Iain O'Neil

The 2006 Great British Beer Festival has been hailed as a tremendous success by the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA). NEW COMMENT

Mel Smith backs down in smoke row

By Iain O'Neil

Comedian Mel Smith has decided against flouting the Scottish smoke ban after licensing officials in Edinburgh stepped in. Reports say licensing...