Beer falls as spirits rise
Traditional pub tipples, such as standard beers, are under threat as consumers become more adventurous, according to research by CGA Strategy.
Archives for June 18, 2013
Statutory code: BBPA claims Government online survey is "deeply flawed"
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has claimed that the online survey used to gain opinions in the consultation on the statutory code is “deeply flawed”.
Amber Taverns sees EBITDA increase by one-third
Amber Taverns, the fast-growing operator of wet-led community pubs, saw EBITDA increase by one third to £6.8m in the year to 3 February as the 86-strong company reiterated plans to open 12 sites this year.
Spirit Pub Company sales on track despite tough trading
Spirit Pub Company has reported a 2.6% rise in like-for-like sales across its managed estate for the six weeks to 25 May, a performance that bounced back after a 3.8% decline in the proceeding six weeks, which it said was impacted by an “an exceptionally...
MA300: outside catering boosting pub businesses
Two National Pub Food Challenge winners explained how outside catering had helped them boost their businesses.
Tenanted Pub Summit: Admiral bemoans quality of some pubco BDMs
Many business development managers (BDMs) released by Admiral Taverns for not being good enough have gone to work for other pub companies, according to Admiral managing director Kevin Georgel.
Welsh pub owner appeals for help to save his business
A freeholder in Wales has appealed for help to save his remote village pub after attempts to get the local community involved have proved unsuccessful.
Statutory code: IFBB claims benefits worth £25K a year to licensees
The Independent Family Brewers of Britain (IFBB) has unveiled research asserting that the average value of Special Commercial or Financial Advantages (SCORFA) to a licensee of its member companies is £25,000 per annum.