James Watt: 'I would love to do the Next Unicorn again'
BrewDog CEO James Watt has said he would “love” to hold the Next Unicorn competition again next year.
Archives for May 19, 2023
NFU calls for stronger link between farming and hospitality
The hospitality and farming sectors need to develop stronger relationships to boost profitability in both industries.
Pub repairs – how the pubs code helps
Disputes over pub repairs can be a real cause of dissatisfaction for the tenant, as well as the landlord. Knowing and using Pubs Code rights can help avoid such disputes arising or help tenants to resolve them if they do.
David Forde quits as CEO at C&C
Drinks company C&C Group has announced David Forde is to step down from his role as chief executive and will cease to be a director with immediate effect – but will be available to help ensure a smooth handover of responsibilities.
GBPA
More time to enter Great British Pub Awards
Operators have been given more time to enter the 2023 Great British Pub Awards as the deadline has been extended by a week to Sunday 28 May.
£170m booty waiting from soft drinks trade-up says Britvic
Operators could ease the ongoing financial pain by boosting sales by £170m by encouraging 10% of customers to trade up from tap water to a soft drink, according to the Britvic’s Licensed Soft Drinks Review 2023.
Funkin Cocktails introduces three new flavours
This week's round-up features new products from Funkin Cocktails, Adnams, BrewDog Distilling Co., Robinsons Brewery, Sovereign Brands, Meantime Brewery, Mydflower Sparkling Wine and Siren Craft Brew.
UKH Scotland demands ‘new approach’ on business rates
UKHospitality Scotland says the Scottish government’s claim that pubs and restaurants have seen a decrease in their overall rateable value has not been backed up by hospitality businesses.
Ex-football star Bridge opens sports bar Clubhouse 5
Stonegate officially launched its state-of-the-art sports bar Clubhouse 5 on Wednesday (17 May) with former football star Wayne Bridge meeting customers on the night.