Multiple operators warned over tax changes by HMRC
Tax changes to shared company ownership from three years ago are starting to be pursued by HMRC. Here, accountancy consultant Eddie Murphy from ELTA outlines how it might impact on pub operators.
Archives for May 28, 2026
Pub boss killed during attack at nearby bar
A man has been charged with murder after assaulting a pub director during the spring bank holiday weekend.
Pub closes during heatwave
A popular pub closed during this week’s heatwave after temperatures behind the bar reached more than 34°C.
Community pubs can help tackle youth unemployment
Community owned pubs, cafés and restaurants can play a vital role in tackling rising youth unemployment, particularly in rural areas, according to Plunkett UK.
Employment costs ‘must fall’ to unlock youth jobs
UKHospitality has urged the Government to cut the cost of employment for operators after the interim Milburn review warned the UK risks a “lost generation” of young people detached from work and education.
London Wine Fair: Trends in wine
Some of the best in the wine business came together and told The Morning Advertiser the trends they are seeing in the on-trade.
THE DRINKS LIST 2026
DRINKS LIST: Inside the Tequila boom in pubs
With Tequila sales booming in the on-trade and showing no signs of slowing, The Morning Advertiser (The MA) has taken a closer look at the category’s best-selling brands and its impact on pubs and bars.
THE MONTHLY ROUND
THE MONTHLY ROUND: Weather and value shape May trade
Pubs reported mixed trading in May, with weather, bank holidays and local events influencing footfall as operators continued to navigate rising costs and cautious consumer spending.