Leading by example is the way forward
Thorley Taverns boss Phil Thorley, who runs 25 pubs in Kent, offered his top tips on how to run a business to delegates at the recent MA250 business...
Archives for July 27, 2011
Premium brands drive on-trade spirit growth
Premium spirits are driving growth in the on-trade spirits category, fuelled by a growth in cocktails and premium drinking venues and the continued...
Amber estate grows to 69
Amber Taverns, the northern England-based pub operator, has brought its estate to 69 sites with the purchase of three ex-pubco pubs for £505,000.
Diageo spends £1m on gin
Diageo has launched a new global campaign for its Tanqueray London Dry Gin brand, investing more than £1m in sponsoring high-profile lifestyle...
'Young people less tolerant of drinking'
School children in England are becoming less tolerant of drinking among their peers, according to new NHS figures released this morning. Just under...
A masterclass in how to be a better boss
There is a component of success in the pub trade that's really powerful if it can be harnessed — the relationship between you and your staff, writes The PMA Team.
Treasury rules out cut in VAT
The Treasury has refused to consider a VAT cut to 5% for the hospitality industry, claiming the "fiscal challenge" is too great. David Gauke MP — claimed there was no "compelling evidence" for such a cut.
Gastropub awards launched for 2012
The Publican's Morning Advertiser has began its search for Britain's top 50 gastropubs, in partnership with Budweiser Budvar UK. The awards, which...
Red Bull marketing hits profits
Red Bull Company, owner of the energy drink brand in the UK and Ireland, saw pre-tax profits nearly halve in 2010 due to an increase in marketing...
CAMRA defends stance on BrewDog
CAMRA has refuted claims from BrewDog that it acted "unceremoniously" by cancelling the brewer's stand at the Great British Beer Festival (GBBF).