How new agentic AI models could transform the sector
New agentic AI models have the potential to improve efficiencies at pubs while enhancing customer experiences, one expert has said.
Archives for July 4, 2025
OPINION
OPINION: Pubs have huge role to play in improving the food system
Last week, I watched a film called Hungry for Change by Save our Wild Isles. It’s not long, only 50 minutes and free on BBC iPlayer.
LICENSING HUB: LEGAL WITH POPPLESTON ALLEN
Top tips for pubs showing the Women’s Euros 2025
In this week’s licensing column, Poppleston Allen partner Jonathan Smith shares his top tips for operators showing the Women’s 2025 Euros.
Pub companies among Gov’s top apprenticeship employers
Employers across the country have been recognised by the Government for their outstanding commitment to apprenticeships.
Usyk v Dubois offers pubs and bars a great opportunity
One of the biggest boxing nights of the years is coming to screens soon and pubs and bars are being urged to embrace the opportunity.
MPs call for action to support hospitality sector
MPs called for more support for the hospitality sector in a debate in the House of Commons this week.
“Do we need to shift to a schooner model?”
The MA’s Ed Bedington caught up with Parogon MD Rich Colclough for his take on the week’s news.
Further red tape & costs fears if ‘blunt measures’ in 10-Year Health Plan enforced
Clarity and detail from the Government on the measures outlined in its 10-Year Health Plan for England, one trade body has urged.
Labour: A year in power
It has been a year since the Labour Party entered Government but what has that meant for the pub trade.
Chefs ‘no longer granted access to the immigrations system’
Chefs are to be stripped of their ability to recruit from abroad under Government immigration plans.
Cat & Wickets Pub Company to open third site
The Cat & Wickets Pub Company has announced the upcoming opening of its third venue.
EXCLUSIVE: New BII chair revealed
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) has announced its new chair elect who will take over from Mark Robson later this year.