SIBA: Indie brewers’ focus is simply on survival
Almost half of Britain’s independent brewers are focused solely on survival as almost a third expect turnover to fall this year, new data has revealed.
Archives for April 13, 2026
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MY PUB: The Olde Coach House, Ashby St Ledgers, Warwickshire
The Olde Coach House reopened a little over 18 months ago when Freespirit Pubs took the reins.
JW Lees returns to acquisitions with Royal Oak purchase
JW Lees has signalled a return to expansion with the acquisition of the Royal Oak in Glossop, marking its first pub purchase in a renewed growth phase.
Punch appoints new CFO as part of long-term financial strategy shift
Punch Pubs has appointed Matt Ward as chief financial officer, as part of a wider reshaping of its senior finance leadership team to support long-term growth.
‘Disrespectful and dangerous’: Pubs hit by rise in BYOB trend
Pub operators have reported a rise in customers attempting to bring their own alcohol into venues, a trend legal experts warn presents risks far beyond lost sales, including potential licensing offences and reviews.
JDW app ‘not about efficiency’ despite growing usage, says Martin
JD Wetherspoon’s (JDW) mobile ordering app has not improved efficiency despite growing usage, chairman Sir Tim Martin has said.
Pubs granted wider licence extensions for World Cup knockout matches
Pubs in England and Wales will be able to stay open later for a broader range of World Cup knockout matches this summer, following a further update to licensing rules.