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Charles Wells, the brewer and pub operator, has reported a 10% fall in pre-tax profit to £6m in the year to 29 September as the impact of losing income from beer brands Red Stripe and Corona was felt.
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) is still “absolutely committed” to pubs after announcing plans for a restructure, chief executive Brigid Simmonds has told the Publican’s Morning Advertiser.
On-trade beer volumes fell 5% in the year to 6 October, while RTD sales have received an unexpected lift as ciders, perries and premium spirits continue to drive growth in pubs and bars.
Residents of a village in Essex have bought their local pub from Admiral Taverns after raising £150,000 through a share subscription to fund the purchase.
The Knife and Cleaver in Bedfordshire has unveiled a new electric car and motability charging station, claiming to be one of the first in the region to offer the service.
A recent employment tribunal case involving a nightclub operator, William Hardwicke 2000, and one of its employees, a Mr Nye, demonstrates how licensing issues can also become employment problems.
Caledonia Best, the Scottish ale from Tennent Caledonian, has been unveiled as the Official Beer of Scottish Rugby.
Newcastle City Council has become the latest council to consult on a late-night levy for pubs and bars that supply alcohol between midnight and 6am.