Fireworks

Pub turns to silent fireworks in animal welfare move

14-Nov-2019 By Alice Leader

A publican is turning down the bangs and crackles this New Year’s Eve by switching to a silent fireworks display following concerns over animal welfare.

Plan ahead for Guy Fawkes displays

24-Oct-2017 By Poppleston Allen

Legal experts Poppleston Allen advises operators on the rules around firework and bonfire displays.

Top tips on fireworks safety at your pub

01-Nov-2013 By Poppleston Allen

If you are planning a small fireworks display at your pub to celebrate Bonfire Night, here are a few tips to ensure that the event runs smoothly and, above all, safely.

Video: Tim Martin on his first pub

28-Apr-2010 By Ewan Turney

JD Wetherspoon founder tells MATV about being locked out, having the windows put in and where the name Wetherspoon came from.

Inventive sets sights on 12 new bars in 2010

06-Jan-2010 By The PMA Team

Revolution vodka bar operator Inventive Leisure could open as many as a dozen new sites in 2010 as it re-starts its property pipeline. Chief...

Chris Maclean: The pub really is the hub

06-Jan-2009 By Chris Maclean

There seems to be a consensus; it was killed by the Millennium. New Year's Eve simply isn't the same any more.I remember it well. For those of us who...

Christmas Checklist: 12 ways to profit

26-Nov-2007

If your summer was washed out, Christmas could be your last chance to make up for lost revenue, so it's especially important to get it right this...

Bonfire night: safety first

16-Oct-2006

Over the years the injury toll on bonfire night has caused a move away from fireworks let off in the back garden to properly organised public...

New Year's Eve not a rip off' says Yates

06-Jan-2005

The trade has hit back at claims that pubs are becoming increasingly unpopular on New Year's Eve because they are seen as a "rip off and a hassle"....

Legal advice: Firework displays

20-Oct-2004

Remember, remember the regulations should you host fireworks on the 5th of November.By Kathryn Dowsett of thePublican.com's team of legal experts...

Legal advice: Firework legislation

12-May-2004

New firework legislation could affect displays put on at your pub.By Philip Henson of thePublican.com's team of legal experts from solicitors Joelson...

Better late than never?

30-Oct-2002

With the government stalling yet again, licensees are still unsure what time their New Year parties must end. Jackie Annett asks why the delay?The...

Repeat of New Year's Eve licensing delays on the cards

11-Mar-2002

This year could see a repeat of the delays surrounding New Year's Eve licensing if the Government does not act quickly to submit the necessary...

New Year delay could cost £9m, says Lords

06-Nov-2001

A relaxation of hours on New Year's Eve could save the industry £9m according to the House of Lords.The Lords' deregulation committee has given its...

Make your bonfire night go with a bang!

27-Sep-2001

Bonfire night is fast approaching bringing with it an opportunity to draw in new customers. Phil Mellows looks at how to put on a stunning showThere...