Pub visits rebuild through January as Dry January delays, rather than dents, trade
Pub visits dropped at the start of January but have rebuilt steadily through the month, according to new movement data from Bolt.
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From £2.99 to over £5: the pint price shift in a decade
10 years ago this month, The Morning Advertiser reported that one fifth of UK beer drinkers were unwilling to pay more than £2.99 for a pint.
Former operator challenges VOA evidence on pub biz rates methodology
A former multi-site pub operator has accused the Valuation Office Agency of giving a misleading picture of how pub business rates are set, warning the current system effectively taxes turnover rather than property and penalises pubs that rebuild trade.
Great British Drinks Company strikes £6.5m Black Sheep rescue deal
Great British Drinks Company has completed a £6.5m restoration deal to revive Black Sheep Brewery, safeguarding 145 jobs and securing the future of a portfolio of regional beer brands.
Young’s posts record festive sales as group lines up main market move
Young’s has reported exceptional Christmas trading after recording its highest ever sales day, while confirming plans to move its listing from AIM to the main market of the London Stock Exchange.
Starmer challenged over ‘tax attack’ on pubs during PMQs
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced criticism in the Commons yesterday (21 January) after being pressed to justify what was described as a “2000% tax attack” on a rural pub facing steep business rates rises.
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Pubs end 2025 on a high as December sales jump 5.1%
Pubs recorded a strong finish to 2025, with festive celebrations driving meaningful year end growth across the sector, according to the latest NIQ RSM Hospitality Business Tracker.
Hospitality sector sees almost 9,000 jobs cut in month after Budget
Almost 9,000 jobs were lost across hospitality in December 2025 as rising employment costs and the employer NICs increase continued to take hold, according to the latest ONS labour market data.
Heartwood reports strong FY results as CFO steps down
Heartwood Collection has reported a strong year of financial and operational growth for 2025, as chief financial officer Chris Guy steps down from his role after seven years with the business.