Kris Hopkins named new Community Pubs Minister
Kris Hopkins has been named the new community pubs minister, replacing Brandon Lewis following the Cabinet reshuffle.
Archives for July 16, 2014
Weston Castle eyes funding options for expansion
Weston Castle, the northern England-based pub operator, is exploring different finance options including crowdfunding to fund acquisitions and investments under the leadership of Lesley Humphreys, who became managing director in February.
Pub sector 'being held back on responsibility pledges by advertising restrictions'
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) last week unveiled its pledges to promote responsible drinking. But its chief executive says progress is being hampered by “counter-intuitive” advertising rules that ban the promotion of lower-strength alcohol....
Chelmsford City Council approves late-night levy
Chelmsford City Council is the latest authority to rubber-stamp proposals for a late-night levy.
Nathan Outlaw and Sharp’s pub opens in Cornwall
Top chef Nathan Outlaw's pub has opened in Rock, Cornwall.
Ten facts about new Pubs Minister Kris Hopkins
Controversial remarks, Nadine Dorries and championing beer all feature in our brief guide to the new community pubs minster, Kris Hopkins.
Weymouth rejects late-night levy and EMRO
Weymouth has rejected the idea of consulting on an early morning restriction order or a late-night levy, due to concerns over ‘the terminal hour’ and the financial implications on businesses.
Cobra to go after Peroni's crown confirms Lord Bilimoria
Lord Bilimoria, founder and chairman of Cobra Beer, has revealed ambitious plans to push the brand into pubs, with a strategy that includes a raft of new products.
Warrington publicans criticise 'back door' EMRO moves
Warrington licensees have accused council and police officers of attempting to bring in an early morning restriction order (EMRO) “through the back door”, after the measure was rejected last year.
WKD and Sh*tfaced beer among promotions slammed by Portman Group
A WKD cocktail promotion, a beer produced for a grammar school, and a set of drinks with expletive-laden names have all fallen foul of the Portman Group’s code on the marketing of alcohol.
London councils 'curb pub openings'
London councils are clamping down on granting planning permission for new drinking outlets, to prevent a “saturation of pubs” and the creation of “binge drinking hubs”, property agents have warned.