Rates relief ‘welcome first step’ but not a long-term solution
Pub operators say the Government’s biz rates intervention will ease immediate pressure, but caution that without permanent reform the sector will continue to face tough decisions.
Archives for January 27, 2026
NEOS doubles estate with acquisition of 20 Revel Collective bars
NEOS Hospitality has doubled the size of its estate after acquiring 20 Revolution, Revolución de Cuba and Founders & Co sites through a pre-pack administration, securing more than 800 jobs.
Gov announces business rates relief and valuation review for pubs
The Government has unveiled a new support package for pubs in England, including a 15% cut to new business rates bills from April, followed by a two year real terms freeze, alongside a review into how pubs are valued for business rates.
BrewDog to wind down distilling arm to focus on beer and RTDs
BrewDog has confirmed it will cease production across its distilling portfolio as the business prepares to wind down operations over the coming months.
Butcombe COO urges Chancellor to recognise ‘extraordinary value’ of pubs
Butcombe Group’s chief operating officer Jayson Perfect has urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves to rethink how pubs are taxed and regulated, warning that current policy fails to reflect their economic, cultural and social importance.
NEOS Hospitality to open first dual-concept venue
NEOS Hospitality has revealed plans to open a new dual-concept venue in London’s West End this summer, following a multimillion-pound investment.
Potential buyer for TRC may have been put off, says insolvency expert
After reading over The Revel Collective’s financial figures, any potential purchaser of the business may have been put off buying it, according to an insolvency expert.
Government lines up £100m support package for pubs
The Government is preparing to deliver a £100m a year support package for pubs, following a sharp backlash over soaring business rates and mounting warnings of closures and job losses.
New #1 on Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs list
The 2026 Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs list has a new venue in the number one spot.