SBPA hosts parliamentary briefing on Challenge 25
The Scottish Beer and Pub Association (SBPA) has hosted a Parliamentary Briefing Event on Challenge 25 in the Scottish Parliament.
Archives for October 10, 2011
The limits of responsibility
There is really nothing new in licensing. I see that a great fuss is being made in certain circles about a recent case concerning noise from departing customers.
Stonegate hails TDR for M&B pubs deal
Stonegate Pub Company chairman Ian Payne revealed his private-equity backer TDR Capital funded the £370m acquisition of 333 Mitchells & Butlers (M&B) wet-led pubs entirely from its own resources after major banks had proved unforthcoming.
Portman Group clears Corona Extra over Ibiza promotion
A Corona Extra beer promotion to win a trip to Ibiza did not encourage excessive consumption according to the latest ruling by the Portman Group’s Independent Complaints Panel.
Gatecrasher nightclub crowned Best Bar None national winner
Neil Jennings of the Gatecrasher nightclub in Birmingham was crowned Best Bar None’s national winner at a Parliamentary reception in the House of Lords last week.
Hot beverages: Boosting your profits
Most folk love nothing better than a nice cup of tea or coffee at some point during the day and pubs have the opportunity to boost their top line by improving their hot drinks offer.