Legislation

Extended VAT reduction scheme tops hospitality operators’ wish list

31-Jul-2020 By Stuart Stone

The extension of VAT relief tops hospitality business owners’ list of priorities ahead of a freeze in business rates and a furlough scheme extension according to new research.

MA'S REVIEW OF THE WEEK

Eat Out to Help Out ‘quite a partial, divisive’ move

31-Jul-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's (MA) editor Ed Bedington catches up with Admiral Taverns' Chris Jowsey to discuss what’s grabbed his attention from the week’s headlines.

New food measures 'must avoid burdening sector’

30-Jul-2020 By Emily Hawkins

Pubs and restaurants have an influential role in promoting healthier attitudes to food, UKHospitality (UKH) chief executive Kate Nicholls has said in response to a government-commissioned report into Britain’s eating habits.

£30bn lost revenue in second quarter

28-Jul-2020 By Emily Hawkins

Pubs, restaurants and bars experienced a sales drop of 87% in the second quarter of 2020, which equates to almost £30bn in lost revenue.

Government obesity measures ‘slap in the face’ for pubs

27-Jul-2020 By Emily Hawkins

UKHospitality (UKH) chief executive Kate Nicholls has said the Government’s obesity strategy, which includes compulsory calorie information on menus, signals extra pressure for businesses already struggling.

Professional support vital on pub trigger event claims, PCA warns

27-Jul-2020 By Ed Bedington

The pubs code adjudicator (PCA) is seeking to clarify the situation when it comes to trigger events for pubs in light of the ongoing challenges to the hospitality sector, however operators are being warned to seek professional advice before proceeding.

85% of hospitality operators not passing on VAT cut to customers

23-Jul-2020 By Nikkie Thatcher

Most operators in hospitality will not be passing on the discounted rate of VAT on food and soft drinks to guests, new research has revealed.

Trade bodies welcome Government’s evidence call for business rates review

22-Jul-2020 By Nikkie Thatcher

Industry associations have hailed the Government’s decision to call for evidence for a business rates review by the end of September.

Alcohol duty review appreciated but calls made for further support

22-Jul-2020 By Nikkie Thatcher

The Government’s announcement that it will be launching a review into alcohol duty has been met with optimism from trade bodies alongside calls for more help for the beer and pub sectors to bounce back from the coronavirus crisis.

‘Pass on VAT cut benefit to customers if possible’

20-Jul-2020 By Emily Hawkins

The Government has confirmed it would like to see businesses pass on the benefits of its VAT cut to customers where possible.

Closure decisions must be 'proportionate, transparent and based on clear science'

17-Jul-2020 By Emily Hawkins

The Government must help out pubs that are closed by councils under new powers to limit local outbreaks of coronavirus, trade bodies have said.

Councils given new powers to close businesses

17-Jul-2020 By Emily Hawkins

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced new powers for local authorities which could see them able to shut down pubs in their areas.

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Late-night operators ‘desperate for clarity on reopening’

17-Jul-2020 By Nikkie Thatcher

Two wet-led late-night businesses have voiced their concerns about not having any Government guidance on when or how they can reopen.

MA’s review of the week

Consumers will have a difficult time deciphering the purpose of face masks

17-Jul-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's (MA) editor Ed Bedington catches up with The Alchemist’s Simon Potts to discuss what’s grabbed his attention from the week’s headlines.

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UKH boss: 'Trade support cannot stop now'

17-Jul-2020 By Nikkie Thatcher

UKHospitality (UKH) chief executive Kate Nicholls has called for the Government to continue to support the trade into next year.

Smoking restrictions 'last thing pub trade needs'

14-Jul-2020 By Emily Hawkins

Pub sector stakeholders have said the last thing the trade needs is further restriction in response to calls for the Government to make banning smoking a necessary condition for pub pavement licences.

Welsh pubs can reopen indoors from 3 August

10-Jul-2020 By Emily Hawkins

Pubs and bars in Wales will be able to reopen for indoor use from Monday 3 August providing coronavirus cases continue to fall

Analysis

Who are the winners and losers from the Chancellor's 'mini Budget'?

08-Jul-2020 By Stuart Stone

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has unveiled a £30bn relief package to help the UK economy recover from the Covid-19 pandemic – but what impact will it have on the pub trade's recovery?

Big Interview – in association with Long Live the Local

'Boris Johnson seems to enjoy a pint. It’s time to help us'

10-Mar-2020 By Nikkie Thatcher

Since winning TV show The Great British Bake Off, Candice Brown has not rested on her laurels and one of her latest objectives is to take the fight to save pubs to the Government.

Pubs are an ‘extraordinary community resource’ that need protecting, MPs urge Government

27-Feb-2020 By Stuart Stone

Before the spring Budget on 11 March, the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group has urged the Government to consider the great British pub’s potential to boost economic and social wellbeing into its policymaking.

Licensing Hub – Legal with Poppleston Allen

Legal Q&A: cumulative impact policy, TENs and capacities

03-Jan-2020 By Poppleston Allen

The latest legal Q&A from specialist licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen covers the impact of cumulative impact policy on variation and TENs and capacities.

Will reforms on gratuities tip the balance?

01-Nov-2019 By Alice Leader

Tips have long been viewed as a top-up to a minimum wage, but the debate of who should actually receive the customer's gift – the operator or staff – has raged for a long time. New rules may, however, be about to change that.

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Where have all the pubs gone?

26-Mar-2019 By Poppleston Allen

The news has been full of doom and gloom of late. A trip to the pub could prove to be the perfect distraction but, if recent figures are to be believed, your small local pub may soon be no more.

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Putting the house in order

11-Feb-2019 By Poppleston Allen

Specialist licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen unravels legislative twists and turns affecting the pub trade in the past 225 years.

GDPR

GDPR guide: are you ready for the new data protection rules?

22-May-2018 By Claire Churchard

All businesses must comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the deadline is looming. Do you know what you need to do?

New form of SIA will have 'teeth' to deal with issues

30-Mar-2011 By James Wilmore

The replacement body for the Security Industry Authority (SIA), which regulates pub doorstaff, will have "statutory teeth" to deal with problems in...

'Keep knocking on Home Office door'

19-Feb-2010 By John Harrington

The pub industry must keep "knocking on the door" of the Home Office to improve its perception in Government. That's the message from former BII...

Legal surgery

01-Mar-2008

Graeme Cushion answers more of your food legislation questions The new Corporate Manslaughter & Homicide Act takes effect from 6 April. The...

Supermarkets urged to follow Tesco's lead

21-Feb-2008 By Ewan Turney

Trade leaders have urged other supermarkets to follow Tesco's lead and ask the Government to legislate against cut price promotions. In an...

ALMR calls for common sense over rent rises

26-Apr-2007 By Hamish Champ

The Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) has called on landlords to cut its members some slack when it comes to rent reviews. Addressing...

Labour red tape costing each pub £30,000 a year

15-Jun-2006 By Ewan Turney

Paperwork takes up to seven hours a week for two thirds of pubs.

City down on Wetherspoon results

28-Feb-2005

The City is predicting a slump in JD Wetherspoon's half year profits when they are announced this Friday.A slow down in expansion, shadowed by a...

Industry given last chance on irresponsible drinking

01-Jul-2004

Industry leaders met with ministers this week in an attempt to stave off government legislation over irresponsible drinking. The meeting saw pub...

Legal advice: Is the Licensing Act friend or foe?

23-Jun-2004

The jury is still out on the effects of changes to licensing and whether legislators have grasped the industry's concerns.By David Clifton of...