Carlsberg to cut Skol ABV
Carlsberg UK is to reduce the ABV of Skol in response to the introduction of a reduced duty rate on lower strength beers.
Archives for October 2, 2011
The frontline operator
You might be the son and heir of the 5th Baron Parmoor of Frieth (motto: Fronti nulla fides — do not trust in appearances) and great nephew of Sir Stafford Cripps, Chancellor in the post-war Labour government. You might have married actor and designer...
Blow for Premier League in pub football case
The Premier League has suffered a blow to its attempts to curb foreign satellite screenings at pubs.
Novus aiming to double its estate
Novus, the privately-owned bar and club group, plans to double its 53-strong estate in the next four years and may roll out its newly-acquired Balls Brothers brand further, according to chief executive Steve Richards.
Black Sheep control goes to son Rob
The founder of Masham-based Black Sheep Brewery, Paul Theakston, has handed over the reins of day-to-day control to his son Rob Theakston.
New £77.5m credit facility for SA Brain
SA Brain, the Welsh brewer and pub operator, has secured a £77.5m funding package to refinance, expand and grow its business.
Five key changes for pubs now in force
Licensees are reminded that five important changes to the way pubs operate, serve drinks and pay their staff came into force on Saturday.
Food Business Boosters
Lesley Foottit looks at ideas for driving food and drinks sales at your pub, including asparagus festivals, garden tours and a summer party and hog roast.