Archives for March 25, 2026

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Can pubs host raffles at Easter events?

LICENSING HUB: LEGAL WITH POPPLESTON ALLEN

Can pubs host raffles at Easter events?

By Imogen Moss, associate solicitor, Poppleston Allen

With spring fast approaching many operators will be thinking about hosting Easter activities at their pubs and may be thinking about holding a raffle.

Licensing tips to help pubs maximise summer trade

LICENSING HUB: LEGAL WITH POPPLESTON ALLEN

Licensing tips to help pubs maximise summer trade

By Jonathan Smith, partner, Poppleston Allen

We finally had two consecutive days of sunshine, which led me to sit outside my local enjoying a pint, something many more of us will be looking to do in the forthcoming weeks.

OPINION: Why nitro will be good for cask

THE CASK PROJECT

OPINION: Why nitro will be good for cask

By Edd Simpson, managing director, Ossett Brewery and SALT

The rise of nitro beer, led emphatically by Guinness and a stout category now delivering over 20% growth in both volume and value, is often framed as a symptom of cask’s struggles. And in part, that’s fair.

Publican Awards taking place today

PUBLICAN AWARDS 2026

Publican Awards taking place today

By Rebecca Weller

Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to find out who the winners of this year’s Publican Awards are.

What are the rules around displaying drinks prices?

What are the rules around displaying drinks prices?

By Nikkie Thatcher

Following a parliamentary motion calling for compulsory displays of alcoholic drinks prices, The Morning Advertiser has outlined the obligations on operators around how the information is illustrated.